Best Dave Zalatoris Podcasts (2024)

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Stuff We've Missed: The Princess Bride (1987) / Best Family Friendly Movies (Non-Animated) 1:18:11

5d ago1:18:11

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Send us a Text Message. What is a perfect movie to you? For us, the obvious answer is The Princess Bride. Of all the movies we haven't covered yet on PCY, this is most inconceivable omission. Well, here we go! Get out your swords, put on your six-fingered gloves, and fetch that pitcher; it's time talk about this Rob Reiner classic starring Cary Elw…

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2024 Revolution Brewing Deep Wood Series 1:15:28

6d ago1:15:28

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If you are a fan of barrel-aged beers, this episode is for you! The Deep Wood Series over at Revolution Brewing is second to none with the complexity of flavors they are able to extract from the barrels. I sat down with Marty Scott, the Barrel Program Manager at Revolution, about their upcoming 2024 Deep Wood Series. You’ll learn about how differen…

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July Selection Show / Choosing Topics from Great Movies, Albums, Shows We Have Yet to Cover 45:35

13d ago45:35

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Send us a Text Message. This month we're covering things we missed the first time around. In this episode, we sift through options each of us would like to discuss and narrow them down to our final choices. Listen in as we cover a lot of ground. If we mention something you'd like us to cover, let us know! We are always open to suggestions. If you e…

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Blockbuster Movies + Drop a Bomb with Totally 80s and 90s Recall Podcast 1:21:40

19d ago1:21:40

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Send us a Text Message. More guests! This week we welcome Dave and Rob from the Totally 80s and 90s Recall podcast! On their show they cover all kinds of great movies and music, and you must check them out. In this episode they've been tasked with drafting the biggest box office hits from the decades they cover, but with a twist. For our last choic…

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Chicago Eating With Fitz Magic 44:12

20d ago44:12

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You might want to grab lunch first! In this episode, I had a great discussion about Chicago's finest food with Aaron FitzPatrick, better known as Fitz Magic online. He's renowned for exploring the top eating spots in Chicago. We made a stop at the city location of Ravinia Brewing to savor their exceptional beer and tacos! FitzMagic Eats OddPods Med…

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Saturday Morning Cartoons with Children of the 80s Podcast! 1:06:13

27d ago1:06:13

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Send us a Text Message. This week we welcome some wonderful guests: Jim and Lindsay from the podcast Children of the 80s! Their show is steeped in nostalgia and covers all facets of the 80s. Talking about Saturday Morning Cartoons feels like a match made in heaven. This episode in fact drips in nostalgia and memories. While we talk we remember thin…

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Midwest Coast Brewing 44:03

27d ago44:03

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Midwest Coast Brewing Company, nestled at 2137 W Walnut in Chicago, is on the brink of unveiling its much-anticipated all-season rooftop! This is not just any rooftop, it's a game-changer for the city's taproom scene. With its breathtaking views, an extensive selection of beers, and a retractable roof that defies Chicago’s unpredictable weather, it…

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Something Different 16:28

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This week I’m trying some beers that are slightly different than what most would consider when thinking beer. Modelo Chelada Donna’s Pickle Beer Off Color Strawberry For Tacos OddPods Media Beer Media Group Promo: Beer’d Al PodcastBy Dave Zalatoris

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The Big Lebowski with Brian Rappe / Top Private Investigators in Movies, TV, Books, etc. 1:40:59

1M ago1:40:59

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Send us a Text Message. We're welcoming back friend of the show Brian Rappe this week. In fact, he's being indoctrinated into our 5-Timers Club! His choice is the Coen Brothers classic The Big Lebowski. Beloved by many and quoted for decades, we break down the film in extra detail. For our draft, we are picking the top Private Investigators / Detec…

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R.E.M. Part II With Pop Culture Yearbook 1:05:06

1M ago1:05:06

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On this bonus edition of Beer In Front, I'll be talking about the legendary band R.E.M. with my friends over at Pop Culture Yearbook. This is the second of two parts, to catch part one, head over to Pop Culture Yearbook! Pop Culture Yearbook OddPods MediaBy Dave Zalatoris

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R.E.M. Revisited: A Collaboration with Dave Zalatoris from the Beer in Front Podcast 47:13

1M ago47:13

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Send us a Text Message. Several episodes back we discussed R.E.M.'s Automatic for the People. Look back if you missed it! But that episode has led to further R.E.M. discussion with the great Dave Zalatoris from the Beer in Front Podcast. We are collaborating this week to bring you not one, but two new R.E.M.-centered episodes. You can hear about th…

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Some Great Collaborations 19:17

1M ago19:17

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Chicago’s Half Acre has recently teamed up with two other iconic breweries: Sierra Nevada and Firestone Walker. I’ll have both collaboration beers on the show this week. Half Acre Sierra Nevada Firestone Walker OddPods Media Promos: Super Media Bros and Grab ‘Em In The BrisketBy Dave Zalatoris

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1983: Huey Lewis and the News - Sports / Best Musician Cameos in Movies 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

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Send us a Text Message. One of the biggest albums released in 1983 was Sports by Huey Lewis and the News. Filled with singles it dominated the airwaves for months. We break it down track by track and share our memories of why it was so important to us. Huey then went on to write "The Power of Love" for Back to the Future and even had a memorable ca…

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N/ATION Beer 36:17

2M ago36:17

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On this episode, I’ll talk to Jon Eggleton from N/ATION Beer. He has a great website and podcast devoted to the NA beer scene, and we had a good conversation over some beers from Go Brewing. N/ATION Beer Go Brewing Wild Heaven Beer OddPods Media Promo: Last Comic ShopBy Dave Zalatoris

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The Cicadas Are Coming 15:10

2M ago15:10

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I'm reminiscing about the last time the 17-year Cicadas appeared in Illinois back in 2007. OddPods Media Promo: From The MiddleBy Dave Zalatoris

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1983: Return of the Jedi / Sci-Fi Draft 1:05:39

2M ago1:05:39

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Send us a Text Message. Next up in 1983 is the movie many think probably should have ended the Star Wars saga. Whether you like what came later or not, you'll be sure to love this episode. Return of the Jedi was a wonderful finish to the original trilogy starring Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams and more. In honor of St…

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American Pale Ale 24:27

2M ago24:27

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Get ready, folks! This week, we're diving into the world of American Pale Ales, a beer style that's close to my heart. It’s the perfect choice for those who crave that hoppy goodness without the high alcohol content of an IPA. And stay tuned, because later in the show, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on some national and local brews. All this and more,…

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1983: Risky Business / Steamiest Scenes on Film 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

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Send us a Text Message. Things are heating up at PCY in this episode. First we break down the 1983 classic that propelled Tom Cruise to stardom: Risky Business. It's hard to pinpoint the genre of this movie, but there's no doubt Cruise and Rebecca DeMornay heat up the screen. In that spirit, we also draft the 'steamiest' scenes we've seen on film. …

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Summer Vacation Series! National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) / Vacation Memories 1:15:40

2M ago1:15:40

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Send us a Text Message. **Please find the other Vacation episodes earlier in our catalog. This July, we're packing up the Family Truckster and going on vacation! Summer is a time for family vacations, road trips, and all the chaos that comes with it. All your hosts at PCY (except maybe one part-timer) are huge fans of the original Vacation movie se…

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1983: Memories and Movies, Music, and TV Drafts 52:11

2M ago52:11

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Send us a Text Message. We're kicking off 1983. It was a great time full of fantastic music and big movies. Go back in time with us as we remember what we can from the year where we turned 7. The drafts are competitive as always as so many of the choices have had lasting impacts on us to this day. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on…

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The Blair Witch Project (1999) / Halloween Memories 54:03

2M ago54:03

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Send us a Text Message. In honor of Halloween, we are kicking off a monthlong Spooktacular! Scary movies and specials galore! We begin with maybe the most brilliantly marketed movie of all-time: The Blair Witch Project. Pete chose this movie as he remembered it being a one of a kind experience. 20+ years later, how does it hold up to repeat viewing…

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Two Great Chicago Beers 16:11

2M ago16:11

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Quick beer show before Illinois Craft Beer Week. I’ll have Two Iconic Illinois Beers in Daisy Cutter from Half Acre and Beezer from Old Irving! A ton of news and things to check out as well! Illinois Craft Beer Week Half Acre Old Irving OddPods Media Mindy’s Beer Gear RadCraftBy Dave Zalatoris

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1991: L.A. Story and the Brilliant Steve Martin / Top 5 Movies 1:29:42

3M ago1:29:42

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Send us a Text Message. We close the 1991 yearbook by talking about Brad's favorite movie of all time: L.A. Story. This underrated gem is one of Steve Martin's finest works in a catalog that spans decades and disciplines. If anyone ever deserved to be an EGOT winner, it's Steve Martin. While Pete is with Brad on the brilliance of this movie, Giff h…

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el Jimador Spiked Bebidas 18:15

3M ago18:15

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This week, I'll talk to Arturo Vargas, the Senior Brand Manager of el Jimador Spiked Bebidas. They have four great new flavors out nationally and are also the new sponsor of the United Soccer League. el Jimador Spiked Bebidas OddPods Media Promo: Beer'd Al PodcastBy Dave Zalatoris

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Lone Tree Brewing/Ufloric 37:27

3M ago37:27

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On today’s show I’ll talk to Jerry from Lone Tree Brewing out of Colorado. They make some really good beer and launched a Hop/Hemp water that I’ll have in the show as well. I’ll also have a collaboration between Alarmist and Sketchbook as part of my Drink Illinois Series. Lone Tree Brewing Ufloric OddPods Media Promo: EverTrending Story…

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2004: Dodgeball / Vince Vaughn Draft 1:03:25

3M ago1:03:25

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Send us a Text Message. If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball. But don't dodge this episode where we break down the 2004 classic Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story starring Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Christine Taylor, Stephen Root, Jason Bateman, Gary Cole, and many more. Our draft this week covers the best of Vince Vaughn. This draft is so…

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Illinois Craft Beer Week 2024 29:41

3M ago29:41

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Illinois Craft Beer Week 2024 runs this year from May 3rd through the 10th. The week will begin with the always outstanding Beer Under Glass held this year at Union Station in Chicago. Other events during the week will be the Summer Passport, a really cool pint glass for 2024, and much more. Joining me this…

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2004: Napoleon Dynamite / Nerd Movies Draft 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

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Send us a Text Message. We caught you a delicious bass this week. And if you listen to this episode we'll send you a model sailboat. We're talking about Napoleon Dynamite! Join us as we try to understand the weirdness and relive all the classic lines. In addition we have a fun draft to close things out as we pick the best movies about nerds. From T…

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Birmingham Alabama 58:15

3M ago58:15

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Today I'm talking to friends about the outstanding Birmingham beer scene. Brandon & Ashley are your go to people when you want to know about beer there! Ashley Brandon OddPods Media Promo: From The MiddleBy Dave Zalatoris

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2004: Green Day - American Idiot / Green Day Songs Draft 1:18:43

3M ago1:18:43

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Send us a Text Message. 20 years ago, Green Day had a resurgence that took the country by storm with the release of American Idiot. Not many bands have two absolute classic albums in their catalog, but ten years after Dookie, Billie Joe and the boys added another. In this episode we share our journey with the band as fans and our love for this albu…

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Fuller's London Pride 12:40

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Quick episode this week. I’m going to have London Pride from Fuller’s as the Beer In Front, I’ll also have one from Penrose as part of my Drink Illinois Beer series. Beer In Front Merch Store OddPods Media Promo: BFYTWBy Dave Zalatoris

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2004: Memories and Movies, Music, TV Drafts 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Send us a Text Message. We are celebrating 20 years ago this month. Go back to 2004 with us as we reminisce on the good and the bad and draft our favorites. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Want to support our show and become a PCY Class…

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1990: Newhart / Best TV Series Finales 58:13

4M ago58:13

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Send us a Text Message. Everyone has their comfort TV shows. For us, Newhart fits the description of comfort TV perfectly. Bob Newhart made audiences laugh in the 70s and the 80s and at our age we grew up watching the 80s Newhart with our families. We cover the pilot and finale in this episode. Maybe best known for that finale (specifically the fin…

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Billy Goat Hop Farm 45:09

4M ago45:09

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On the show this week, I talked to Audrey Gelhausen from the Award-Winning Billy Goat Hop Farm in Colorado. She dropped a ton of knowledge on hops, everything from growing to selling, I learned a lot from her, and you will as well! Billy Goat Hop Farm Southwest Fresh Fest Hermanas Amigas Flourish Art Accelerator OddPods Media Promo: Beer’d Al Podca…

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1990: Saturday Night Live / Best SNL Cast Members Draft 1:25:03

4M ago1:25:03

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Send us a Text Message. Well, isn't that special? We've got an episode on Saturday Night Live for you. 1990 was a great year for the show and we cover episodes hosted by Tom Hanks, Fred Savage, Alec Baldwin, and Patrick Swayze. Sketches include Wayne's World, Church Chat, Five-Timers Club, White Trash Bed and Breakfast, Mousetrap Seminar, Chippenda…

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Killian's Red 19:12

4M ago19:12

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Pull out your Hyper Color Shirt and Zubaz pants, because we’re going back to the early 90’s! This week, I’m having a Killian’s Red on the show. I also had a great Pilsner from Moor’s Brewing as part of my Drink Illinois Beer Series. Moor’s Brewing Gray’s Taproom OddPods Media Promo: SuperMedia BrosBy Dave Zalatoris

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1990: The Wonder Years / Best "Coming of Age" Movies and TV 1:15:47

4M ago1:15:47

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Send us a Text Message. What would you do if our show was out of tune? Would you stand up and turn us off? We're talking about The Wonder Years this week, a show that was extremely important to us. We were the exact same age and at the same point in life as the main characters, Kevin, Winnie, and Paul. It was our original water cooler show in middl…

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Drink Illinois Beer 13:33

4M ago13:33

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On this, Episode 200, I’ll discuss my new Drink Illinois Beer project where I will try and have as many beers from Illinois as I can get to. I’ll have on this episode one from Off Color, and I had my last can of Metropolitan. #drinkillinoisbeer Off Color Brewing OddPods Media Promo: EverTrending Story…

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1990: Memories and Movies, Music, TV Drafts 1:01:33

4M ago1:01:33

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Send us a Text Message. 1990 was a seminal year for your hosts at PCY. The memories run deep. Go back in time as we discuss moving, the transition from middle to high school, and carefree summers. As far as pop culture content, the options felt endless. In TV, Seinfeld began, Cheers was riding high, ABC sitcoms were hanging in there, and Saturday N…

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4th Anniversary Show 19:18

4M ago19:18

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I’ve been doing this for 4 years? On this episode, I’ll go back to the beginning with the 1st beer I had on the show, Samuel Adams Boston Lager. I also had some really good ones from Illinois. Beers: Samuel Adams Energy City Werk Force Horse Thief Hollow Haymarket OddPods Media Promo: Grab ‘Em In The Brisket…

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Milestone Month: Fear (1996) / Draft of Cast Work (Mark Wahlberg, Reese Witherspoon, Alyssa Milano, etc.) 1:43:55

4M ago1:43:55

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Send us a Text Message. It's time to wrap up Milestone Month, and we have a doozy of a movie for the occasion. Dave is still with us, and this film had a big impact on him and Brad. The movie is the 1996 thriller Fear starring a young Mark Wahlberg and Reese Witherspoon. Cringy, campy, and a little crazy, this movie was a wild time ripe for discuss…

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1989: ROAD HOUSE!!! / Top 5 Movies 49:43

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Send us a Text Message. Giff’s choice, Road House, is our topic for part 3 of 1989. Coming in just before the decade ended, this was one of the most ‘80’s of all ‘80’s movies. Learn about great kill scenes, professional coolers, and monster trucks for everyday use. Road House is ludicrous and it never slows down. It is a time capsule of ‘80’s exces…

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1989: Batman / Favorite Soundtracks 1:00:53

5M ago1:00:53

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Send us a Text Message. We got a live one here! Our second installment of 1989 focuses on one of the biggest movies of the ‘80’s: Batman. This movie and the anticipation for it took the nation by storm and captured the imagination of young Brad. The hosts remember when they first saw Batman and talk about how it holds up today in a sea of new super…

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1991: World Champion Minnesota Twins / Top 5 Sports Memories 2:01:32

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Send us a Text Message. We're gonna win Twins! They actually did! Believe it or not, there was once a Minnesota sports team that didn't cause utter and complete disappointment. We take a detour from the traditional pop culture topics this week to remember this little team who went from worst to first and won the greatest World Series ever played. F…

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Momentum Brewery 37:58

5M ago37:58

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It’s the 4th Anniversary of Beer In Front! On this episode, I’ll talk to Lars Dalhaus from Momentum Brewery about their great NA beers. Momentum currently has 2 styles out, a Golden, and a Hazy IPA. Both are worth picking up! Momentum Brewery Proof No More OddPods Media Promo: From The MiddleBy Dave Zalatoris

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Mortal Kombucha 24:55

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This week, I chatted with Becca Schepps, the founder of Mortal Kombucha. Mortal makes some great Kombucha now in 16oz aluminum bottles and also a new line of hydration packets. Being Flagship February, I had the classic Sierra Nevada as the Beer In Front. Mortal Kombucha OddPods Media Promo: BFYTWBy Dave Zalatoris

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Looking Ahead to 2024 / Season 4 Preview 42:39

5M ago42:39

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Send us a Text Message. It's almost here! Season 4 of Pop Culture Yearbook is coming in March. Join us this week as we share what we're looking forward to in 2024. How many trips can Pete pack into a few months? We'll also give you a preview of what's to come on the show. We've got some action-packed episodes coming your way! In the next three mont…

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Ladies' Choice: Billy Madison (1995) with Courtney Gifford 1:09:57

5M ago1:09:57

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Send us a Text Message. We have a special guest again this week! Giff brings his wife, Courtney, into the fold to discuss her choice: Billy Madison. We are all big fans of this movie, so her choice was definitely appreciated by the hosts. We dig deep into the... plot??? Well the plot certainly isn't the strongest part of the movie, but there are li…

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Rock Solid Brewing Company 36:43

5M ago36:43

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This week, I talked with Carmine and Thomas over at the award-winning Rock Solid Brewing Company in Georgia. I need to make a visit there soon! I'll also have a Japanese Lager from Harland out of San Diego as the Beer In Front. Rock Solid Brewing Company OddPods Media Network Promos: Beer'd Al Podcast Super Media Bros…

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Ladies' Choice: Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000) with Danaca Arnold 1:21:36

5M ago1:21:36

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Send us a Text Message. Season 2 premiere! We are devoting February to the Ladies. Our wives picked the topics for us, and one will even make a special appearance! In this episode we preview their choices and talk about some of the women in pop culture we have loved over the years. In addition we welcome our first ever live guest, Brad's sister Dan…

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