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Minnesota Fight Night

Brian Johnson and Sean Strauss

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Brian Johnson, a journalist and occasional boxing publicist, and Minnesota boxing historian Sean Strauss discuss the Sweet Science with a special focus on the North Star State. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: https://music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support
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Becoming Well helps anyone who wants to change—your relationships, your emotions, your faith in God. Join Dr. Deb Gorton and Dr. Mary Hendrickson for honest conversations, interviews, and personal stories from people just like you. Discover how the truth of God’s Word intersects with your mental health and well-being.
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A branded podcast is your opportunity to give your business a real voice. But building a successful podcast that delivers on your business goals requires more than just choosing a good microphone. Our industry experts break down the essentials, from episode planning to interviewing guests, mixing and mastering audio to promoting your show to the right audience. Your brand has a voice. A branded podcast will let it be heard. Learn how to build a branded podcast with Relationary Marketing.
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The Boonie Breakdown

The Boonie Breakdown

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Your source for all things Responsible & Ratchet! If you're not here for honest, candid conversations about sex, love, relationships, pop culture, feminism and a whole lot of other sh*t, then why are you here?! This is where we break. it. down. Join Boonie, with her friends and special guests, for real and off-the-cuff discussions on life's every day happenings. Listen, leave a comment, click a rating and write a review! Then tweet, snap, send a smoke signal or a carrier pigeon--but be sure ...
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Fraggle Talk: Back to the Rock (aka your favorite Back to the Rock companion podcast) is back with another new episode! This week, we're celebrating the love of Mokey Fraggle and her pet plant Lanford in "When Mokey Met Lanford". And who better to join us for this special occasion than the performers behind the two titular characters? That's right!…
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FRAGGLE TALK - the companion podcast to Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock - continues with "The Twisty-Turny-Thon," in which Red Fraggle follows the beaten path and gets terribly off-course. For this special episode, we're excited to welcome puppeteers Jordan Lockhart (Wembley Fraggle) and Ben Durocher (Junior Gorg)! PLUS! Wembley and the Temple of Do…
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Fraggle Talk: Back to the Rock is back! We're covering Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock episode-by-episode with the talented folks who put the show together. Season 2 kicks off with the season premiere "The Great Wind," and joining us are writers and Executive Producers Matt Fusfeld and Alex Cuthbertson! PLUS! We discuss Pa Gorg's 180, Wembley joinin…
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In this episode, Minnesota boxer Oscar Soto talks about his upcoming pro debut. A veteran of more than 100 amateur fights, Soto will face tough Roman Cruz (2-1) on the undercard of the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion at the DoubleTree Hilton Ballroom in Bloomington. Soto also chats about his storied amateur career, which included bouts with the like…
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In this episode, former MMA fighter and current trainer Nick Rogers talks about his combat sports journey, the revival of the Minnesota State boxing title, and the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion in Bloomington. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music…
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In this episode, Minnesota boxer and former Upper Midwest Golden Gloves champion Jerred Bradford talks about his amateur career and previews his pro debut on the June 22 Vivid Fights card in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johnson. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for p…
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In this episode, Minnesota boxer Slink Proper (9-1) talks about his June 29, ESPN-televised rematch with Nico Ali Walsh (9-1) grandson of Muhammad Ali. Also joining the conversation is Slink’s trainer, Quincy Caldwell. Ripped and ready to rumble, Slink is determined to prove that his upset win over Ali Walsh last August was no fluke. Host: Brian Jo…
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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson (5-2, 4 KOs) previews his his June 22 fight against Mengistu Zarzar (10-9-1, 8 KOs). At stake is the vacant USA Minnesota Light Heavyweight title. The fight is the main event of a big Vivid Fights promotion at the Doubletree Hilton in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johns…
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In 1979, two guys from Cincinnati spent a year of their lives trying to convince the Hollywood elite to nominate a pig puppet for Best Actress. They called their organization CAMPO — the Committee to Award Miss Piggy the Oscar — and their campaign inspired tens of thousands of people to embrace the impossible. This is their story.…
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This week, I'm joined by the longtime Muppet staff writer Craig Shemin, to talk about what it was like writing Miss Piggy scripts for Frank Oz. Craig explains Frank's rules for how to treat Piggy, and we go behind the scenes of some of the Pig's most outrageous appearances with Matt Lauer, Martha Stewart, Jay Leno, and Regis and Kathie Lee. Plus: C…
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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Gavin Hendrickson (2-0-1) previews his April 13 fight at Treasure Island Casino. In what could well be the fight of the night, Hendrickson, of Richfield, faces Tyler Nystrom of Superior, Wisconsin (1-1). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-john…
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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight Colton Warner (6-2) talks about his upcoming fight at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota. The event is April 13. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., fights start at 7:00. In addition, Warner shares his thoughts on other big fights coming up, including Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr …
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In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Tony Woods (12-0, 10 KOs), talks about his upcoming fight with Deshawn Prather (17-1, 2 KOs) of Kansas City. The fight is Friday, April 12, in Springfield, Missouri. On the line is the vacant Universal Boxing Organization Continental Middleweight title. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,…
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She's the star of eight movies, wrote a best-selling book, and performed at the Hollywood Bowl. This week on the podcast, we ask the question: Is Miss Piggy famous? Join Danny and the insouciant Ryan Roe as we compare two TV specials — The Muppets Go Hollywood, and Miss Piggy's Hollywood — to calculate just how high a pig can fly in Tinseltown.…
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A block of foam, a pair of scissors, and destiny: all you need to create a legend. This week, Danny and fellow Piggy enthusiast Peter Savieri are talking to the original creator of Miss Piggy: designer Bonnie Erickson! We're going to learn all about how the Miss Piggy puppet was made, what it was like working in the Muppet Workshop, and how very cl…
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In this episode, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living and training in Minnesota, Bender won his pro boxing debut in impressive fashion last December. He returns to the boxing ring Saturday, April 13, as part of a live boxing, MMA and Muay Thai card at Treasure Island Casino. Bender faces a tough test in the pe…
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In her early years, Miss Piggy was redesigned and rebuilt half a dozen times, in a long-term effort to refine her look and create the perfect Pig. This week, Danny is joined by the spectacular Peter Savieri and the divine Jamie Carroll for an unbelievably detailed discussion of the right way and the many wrong ways to build a Miss Piggy puppet. Thi…
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We've talked a lot so far about how Miss Piggy's character developed on The Muppet Show, but to truly understand how she became a superstar, you have to see what happened when she broke out of the confines of the Muppet Theater, and took over other people's programs. This week, the extraordinary Becca Petunia from the Muppet fan quiz show Hubba-Wha…
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In the Season 13 finale, Boonie is in an engaging conversation with Nikk of Erotic Boudoir. Nikk delivers insights on maximizing pleasure through innovative use of sex toys, fostering open communication, and exploring new realms of sensuality. From the tantalizing potential of anal orgasms to the importance of consent and boundaries, Nikk shares a …
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Much to everyone's surprise, glamorous gal singer Miss Piggy managed to talk her way into a starring role in the first season of The Muppet Show. The show wanted to feature her more in the second season, so they stuck her in a tin can and shot her out into space, testing the limits of her acting ability and her patience. This week, the sensational …
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In this episode, Boonie is in conversation with Goddess Rue, a pro dominatrix. Delve deep into the psychological landscape of kink as Goddess Rue enlightens us on the intricate art of setting boundaries and honoring individual desires within the BDSM community. From the exhilarating highs to the nuanced challenges, she offers a candid portrayal of …
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The first thing that we learn about Miss Piggy is that she's hopelessly in love with Kermit. But love is a mysterious thing, and sometimes it involves karate-chopping your boyfriend, biting a guest star, and flirting with a lot of other guys. This week, the adorable Anthony Strand from Movin' Right Along: A Muppet Movie Podcast joins Danny to talk …
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In this episode, Boonie is in conversation with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, a certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner. The discussion covers topics like PCOS, endometriosis, and the impact of diet on fertility, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's menstrual cycle for reproductive health advocacy.…
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In 1974, a beautiful, talented and headstrong young starlet got her big break on The Tonight Show, launching a decades-long career as the most glamorous pig in the world. And now, finally, there's a podcast devoted to telling her amazing story — The Fantastic Miss Piggy Podcast!This labor of love is a history, an analysis and a celebration of Miss …
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In this episode, Boonie is joined by our problematic favorite, Brian. We chatted about dating apps, and Boonie discussed the challenges and shared humorous anecdotes about men lying about their height. Boonie and Brian chat more about personal preferences in dating experiences. A transcript of the full episode is available here. Support for today’s…
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In this episode, Boonie is in conversation with Goddess Honey B, a proud Black feminist and dominant. We explore the world of Black feminism and kinks, including lactation and BDSM. Goddess Honey B shares her experiences as a sex worker and dominant, emphasizing the importance of communication and consent in knife play and all sexual activity. Addi…
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Kermitment’s Matthew Gaydos and ToughPigs writers Jarrod Fairclough, Beth Cook, and Anthony Strand join J.D. for another report on the state of The Muppets! They weigh in on the challenging topics of Muppet violence and Muppet fandom conflicts, and also the much lighter topic of a Disney World holiday show. Also discussed: our final thoughts on The…
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In this week's episode, Boonie is joined by the homie Shika! We do a sh*t that hits differently, featuring the 2001 film "The Brothers." Is it overlooked in the conversation about black classic movies? We also touch on casual sex and the importance of trust and communication. Shika and Boonie chat further about how trust and communication emerge as…
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Well, we’re at the end of a Hubba-Wha?! season, and the end of Hubba-Wha?! for a while, so it’s time for another grueling gauntlet of some of the toughest Muppet trivia questions around. But this time, Becca’s celebrating with all the friends she’s made along the way. Not only does Becca have three guests–Muppet Wiki admins Scott, Shane, and Tony–b…
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In this episode, Boonie is in an engaging conversation with breast cancer survivor Erica Easter. We chat about Erica maintaining sexual desires during treatment and the ways in which cancer has changed Erica's perspective on life. Erica discusses the importance of embracing desires, the pleasure of physical connections, and the need to prioritize o…
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Don’t even talk to me until you’ve had your coffee. This week, Becca is taking her guests back to where it all began: Sam & Friends, the advertisements, and the variety show sketches of Jim Henson’s early puppetry career. Joining her on this trip down memory lane are two puppeteers and puppet builders: Stoph Scheer of The Creatures of Yes, Puppet U…
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In this episode, Boonie is in conversation with Vanessa Geffrard of Vagesteem. The conversation starts with BV, also known as bacterial vaginosis, and stresses the importance of seeking medical treatment. We explore the morning-after pill for STIs and the need for comprehensive protection. The conversation then shifts to discussing the morning-afte…
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In this episode, highly ranked Minnesota boxer Ve Shawn Owens (14-4, 12 KOs) discusses his strange experience on a Dec. 2, 2023, boxing card in Mexico. Owens went into the ring thinking he was fighting an exhibition. But that’s not how it played out. In the 8th round, the referee stopped the “fight” after Owens was hit on the back of the head, givi…
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Space: it’s not as deep as you think. But it’s deep enough that, even after last week’s Muppets From Space episode, Becca is back with a Hubba-Wha?! all about Muppets in space. Like… the place. Look, it’ll make sense. Joining her on her mission beyond the stars are Broadway’s own Fergie L. Philippe and Tori Schmidt of the Muppets No Context Twitter…
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It's the first solo episode of the season! I had to do a Boonie 5 Spot! We dive into the world of vision boards and offer an alternative approach. We discuss organizational content on social media and why Boonie hates it so much! Like, we are really watching people transfer groceries into multiple containers and wonder if there's a hidden meaning b…
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It’s been said that in 1999, movies changed forever. The Matrix. The Sixth Sense. And of course, Muppets From Space and The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland. So on this episode of Hubba-Wha?!, Becca is ready to party like it’s 1999. Joining her in the time machine are Patrick Cotnoir of the George Lucas Talk Show and ASSSSCAT and Anthony Strand fro…
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In this episode, Boonie is joined by our problematic favorite, Brian. We start the conversation by drawing comparisons between Baltimore and Houston and discussing how people in Houston have a better understanding of where to go for fun. We both believe Baltimore has the potential for a vibrant nightlife scene that black Baltimoreans deserve. Shift…
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Two Skeskis enter, one Skeksis leaves… it’s TRIAL BY MUPPET GAME SHOW! That’s right, welcome back to the second half of the third season of Hubba-Wha?! In this episode, Becca is challenging the assumption that The Dark Crystal is boring with an exciting ride through the legends of the Skeksis, Mystics, and all of Thra. Along for the quest are two l…
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