Best Charlie Berens Podcasts (2024)

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Midwest House Hunters #98 57:30

1d ago57:30

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Our first caller is looking for honeymoon ideas—places to go and things to do. Then, we've got a realtor from the Midwest who's after some marketing tips to boost her business. And lastly, we've got a caller thinking about throwing a joint bachelor and bachelorette bash. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Tornado Watch Parties #97 52:16

8d ago52:16

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We're back at Schuller's Tavern in Golden Valley, MN. The first caller wants to make tornadoes more of a celebration. The next caller has a personal dilemma and wants to dance around a certain name for his future child. Last caller is in a 10-year relationship and is wondering if he should pop the question, but there is one big thing holding it all…

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Passive Aggressive Mother-In-Law #96 1:22:15

16d ago1:22:15

1:22:15

First call, we share some tips with a caller dealing with her mormon mother-in-law (WWCD). Then, we chat with a custodian from Colorado who's eyeing a move to Michigan, so naturally, we ask him all sorts of questions about his job. Lastly, we give a middle schooler a cool tricks to ease their "awkwardness". Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Ro…

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Bars Are Just Churches #95 53:30

23d ago53:30

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In this episode, we're getting into whether Myles is a bad dad or a good dad. Our first caller hits us with some Polka Music wisdom. Next caller is from from Baton Rouge wondering what makes a hardware store awesome. Last caller thinks New Hampshire should be in the Midwest. We also dive into what makes small towns tick. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Episode 196 - Max Wolter 54:12

29d ago54:12

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Nobody knows Wisconsin fish like Max Wolter. Having grown up with a passion for the outdoors, it only makes sense that Max would end up working as a senior fisheries biologist at the Wisconsin DNR. For more than a decade, he’s been working to understand our state’s fish, protecting their habitats, and educating folks about best fishing practices. I…

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Charlie Might Have a Concussion #94 1:20:25

30d ago1:20:25

1:20:25

We're at Ted's Bar in St. Paul, MN. Charlie had an interesting accident before this episode. (9:37) The first caller is dating a bull rider and wants to find out what gets him excited. Don't listen to this call around children. Russell from Nicolet Law drops by to give Charlie some pointers on how to handle his potential injury. (57:45) The last ca…

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Midwest Identity Crisis #93 56:13

1M ago56:13

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The first caller is teaching her son how to drive and needs some tips. also, the caller is worried about committing the ultimate Midwest sin. The next caller gives us a Bellied Update on their stolen dirt bike (Episode 72). The last caller is a Wisconsin gal who has two simple questions: 'How do you take care of a flannel?' and 'What's the best chi…

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Episode 195 - Anjelah Johnson-Reyes 1:01:55

1M ago1:01:55

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Despite never planning to become a comedian, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes has undeniably made a name for herself in the world of comedy. Starting out as an Oakland Raiders’ cheerleader, then as an aspiring actress in Hollywood, she eventually found her home in stand up comedy after taking a joke writing class at her local church. Fast forward to today, An…

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Episode 194 - Best of Grandma Sue 1:03:14

1M ago1:03:14

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All bets are off whenever Grandma Sue joins the podcast. In this episode of the Cripescast, we're bringing you highlights from all three of her appearances on the show including her first solo interview and her two road trip episodes to the casino. From talking about "necking" at Stinky Point to giving unexpected dating advice, this episode is full…

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How To NOT Get Screwed At a Yard Sale #92 57:57

2M ago57:57

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We're at Woody's Bar and Grill in Fargo, ND. The first caller is a classic video game collector but is worried about getting a raw deal with negotiating. The next caller is having sleepwalking issues, but that seems to be the least of his problems. The last caller is in a pickle of dating his best friend's cousin, and we give him some pointers on w…

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Don't Fight The Bouncer #91 56:43

2M ago56:43

56:43

We're at Woody's Bar in Fargo, ND. The first caller has tried all options to find the right guy, so we come up with an unconventional approach. The next caller provides a Bellied Update, and our advice actually worked wonders. The last caller is a bouncer wondering what to do when a drunk picks a fight with him, safely diffuse the situation. Get yo…

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Episode 193 - Taylor Calmus Returns 1:07:31

2M ago1:07:31

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Live from his garage in Colorado, Taylor Calmus, a.k.a. Dude Dad, makes his triumphant return to the Cripescast yet again. He and Charlie get comfortable on a vintage Davenport to shoot the breeze, answer fan questions, and sip on Charlie’s new Brandy. As good friends and frequent collaborators, they spend this episode reminiscing on the sketches t…

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Dating The Manager's Sister #90 1:18:18

2M ago1:18:18

1:18:18

Happy Leap Day! Our first caller is a busy man in the gutter business, pondering whether he should relocate to the great state of Michigan. The next caller likes his manager's sister and seeks tips on asking her out on a date. Our final caller is young, seeking guidance on what they want to do when they grow up Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road…

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Episode 192 - Masood Boomgaard 1:17:03

2M ago1:17:03

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Masood Boomgaard has made a name for himself around the world with his viral (de)motivational character “Self Help Singh.” While struggling with his mental health and searching for a creative outlet during the pandemic, Masood posted his first video as Singh and his life was forever changed. With that first video instantly gaining millions of views…

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Husband Has Road Rage #89 1:04:12

2M ago1:04:12

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What to bring to a potluck? The first caller has a husband who hates driving in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and needs tips on how to calm him down. The next caller is a boss for a hard-working crew and wants to know how to toe the line of hanging out with his workers outside of work. The last call is a Bellied Update: Carlene calls in (from Episode …

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Episode 191 - Nimesh Patel 54:43

2M ago54:43

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Nimesh Patel never planned on being a stand up comedian. In fact, he graduated from NYU with a degree in finance and fully planned on pursuing a career in that field. However, a lack of passion for the industry paired with the difficulty of finding a job during the Great Recession led him to take a writing class and, eventually, to stand up comedy.…

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The Norwegian Definition of "Uffda" #88 53:48

2M ago53:48

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We are at the VFW in downtown Fargo, ND. If aliens came to the Midwest, what would we show them? Our first caller is nervous about looking like a rookie on the job site. We give him some pointers on how to somewhat look like you know what you’re doing. In the next call, we go international with a call from Norway. We ask about Lefse, how to speak N…

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Is North Dakota Better Than Minnesota? #87 1:06:32

3M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

The first caller is bored with a broken knee; we brainstorm what business she can create in her free time. The next caller is in love with Michigan women and wants to improve his game. The last caller is a college student in North Dakota and thinks North Dakota is boring; we help her find some fun things to do. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Hu…

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Episode 190 - Joel Hodgson 1:03:47

3M ago1:03:47

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Everything in Joel Hodgson’s life led him to creating Mystery Science Theater 3000, or MST3K. From performing magic as a kid to doing stand up in college, Joel attributes his comedy chops to his Midwest upbringing. Joel explains that every opportunity in his career has been a stepping stone to MST3K, whether he was performing stand up on Late Night…

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We Create a Midwest Dating App #86 1:11:28

3M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

The first caller is from Michigan and is tired of dating apps. We help brainstorm the best dating app for Midwesterners. The next caller is in trouble with the law and wants to move his significant other to the Midwest. The last caller is a Canadian who loves snow machines (snowmobiles). We guide him on what to do with his snow machine shed. Get yo…

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Episode 189 - Mary Mack 1:08:20

3M ago1:08:20

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Having grown up in a small northwoods town in Wisconsin less than 50 miles away from the Minnesota border, comedian Mary Mack considers herself a “border child.” In the wake of her college polka band breaking up and her roommate signing her up for various open mics, Mary made her way to stand up comedy and has been doing it ever since. It wasn’t lo…

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Minnesota Vs. Wisconsin #85 1:12:58

3M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

In this episode, we're at Chub's Pub in Fargo, ND. The first caller has a significant issue with how Wisconsin labels its highways and believes Minnesota is superior (Charlie isn't too happy with that). (25:50) The next caller is a pianist who lives in NYC and needs tips on how to track down other hunters in the Big Apple. (53:28) The last caller i…

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Episode 188 - Brett Newski 1:15:18

3M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Milwaukee musician Brett Newski goes way back with Charlie... like, all the way back to the first grade. From their days as elementary school classmates to both being raised by tough Midwestern dads, the two reminisce on their shared childhood experiences in this episode of the Cripescast. In more recent years, Brett can be found touring the world …

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Florida Man Needs Ice Fishing Advice #84 53:08

3M ago53:08

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Our first caller is a school teacher in New York who is experiencing an uncomfortable situation with her ex. The next caller is a Florida man who is going to brave the cold and go ice fishing; he needs some pointers. The last caller is debating whether or not to coach little league baseball in Indiana. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Dit…

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Episode 187 - Kim & Penn Holderness 1:23:47

3M ago1:23:47

1:23:47

Kim and Penn Holderness know a thing or two about working in media. Despite their established online presence as The Holderness Family, working in social media was never part of their plan, let alone doing so for 10 years. Like Charlie, Kim and Penn both started out working in news and the three bond over their shared experiences on this episode of…

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Charlie Gets a Tarot Card Reading #83 59:09

4M ago59:09

59:09

Our first caller wants to be more than friends with Charlie. The next caller is having sprinkler problems, and perhaps our biggest buy, sell, trade yet. The last caller needs closure on a breakup and is also a tarot card reader, so naturally, Charlie gets a reading. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hat Want us to …

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Episode 186 - Luke Zahm 1:20:04

4M ago1:20:04

1:20:04

For Chef Luke Zahm, food is more than just fuel. Rather, it’s about community, history, and tradition. As host of PBS’s Emmy award-winning show, Wisconsin Foodie, and owner of The Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin, Luke is all about celebrating the Midwest through cooking. In this episode of the Cripescast, he and Charlie discuss their favorite …

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School Teacher is a Dominatrix #82 55:57

4M ago55:57

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In this episode, we're at Mick's Office in Moorhead, MN. Our first caller is a teacher who found out that one of his colleagues works as a dominatrix as a side job. The next caller helps us explore the wonderful world of Dungeons and Dragons, and the last caller wants to know how to deal with an "annoying" coworker who tries to rope him into his bu…

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Episode 185 - Gilbert Brown and LeRoy Butler 1:48:56

4M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

NFL legends and former Green Bay Packers LeRoy Butler and Gilbert Brown make a triumphant return to the Cripescast this week. Having spent 9 years as neighbors the Packers’ locker room, LeRoy and Gilbert share endless stories from back in the day, including one story about a teammate riding a bike into the sauna wearing nothing but cowboy boots and…

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Don't Mess With The Mailman #81 1:01:55

4M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Our first caller resides in a large house with his entire family and needs some advice on how to enhance privacy. The next caller, a UPS Driver from Maine, now living in New Hampshire, needs help dealing with a Karen. The last caller, hailing from Michigan, is looking for advice on handling an older neighbor who repeatedly hits on him. Get yourself…

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Episode 184 - Best of the Berens Siblings 1:05:57

4M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

The holidays are here, which means lots of time spent with family. This week on the Cripescast, we’re throwing it back with a compilation of the fan-favorite siblings episodes. From Charlie’s sisters dishing juicy stories, to squashing the beef with his brothers, this episode is full of all the best moments. Find the Cripescast on all platforms @cr…

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Confusing Car Thieves #80 46:17

4M ago46:17

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Our first caller wants to know when he should spill the beans about telling his kid that Santa isn't real (we're not sure why he wants to lie to them). The next caller is seeking the perfect gift idea for her boyfriend. The last caller, who resides in Ohio, needs tactics for dealing with local car thieves. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Di…

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Episode 183 - Cripescast on the Road 1:13:13

4M ago1:13:13

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Live from the green room in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, it’s the Cripescast on the Road. Joined by his opener, Bill Deucette, his music partner, Adam Greuel, and his producer, Dante Williams, you get a glimpse of life on the road for Charlie on this episode of the Cripescast. Having performed both comedy and music, Adam, Bill, and Charlie discuss the si…

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Episode 182 - Nev Schulman 1:24:43

5M ago1:24:43

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Whether you’re familiar with Nev Schulman or not, you’ve probably heard of his hit TV show Catfish. For those who aren’t familiar, catfishing is when someone is lured into a relationship by means of a fictional online persona. On this episode of the Cripescast, Nev explains the show’s journey. Starting as a documentary based on his own catfish expe…

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The Art of Small Talk #79 1:05:40

5M ago1:05:40

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In this episode, we're at The Hill Bar & Grill in Glyndon, MN. Our first caller is experiencing lady troubles, and we help him with that. The next caller wants to know how to convince her fiancé to take "cute" pajama photos for Christmas. The last caller is wondering what the acceptable amount of drinking is at Dragon Con (It's kind of like Comic C…

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Does New Zealand Belong in The Midwest? #78 58:28

5M ago58:28

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Our first caller is a law student who wants to know which Midwest laws we would pass, and we pick his brain about law school. The next caller wants to know how he can lose a few pounds, and the last caller is from New Zealand, wondering if New Zealand belongs in the Midwest. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hat Want us to…

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Episode 181 - Allison Madison 1:08:15

5M ago1:08:15

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With Winter rapidly approaching, there’s no better time for Allison Madison to educate us about the harmful effects of road salt. As the program manager at Wisconsin Salt Wise, she’s bringing awareness to salt’s effect on our environment, economy and infrastructure. On this episode of the Cripescast, she shares that “it only takes 1 teaspoon of sal…

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Mechanical Bull At a Wedding #77 59:33

5M ago59:33

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Our first caller wants to take Charlie on a date. The next caller wants to put an animal mount in the living room, but his wife's profession conflicts with that. The last caller comes from a rodeo family and wants a mechanical bull at his wedding. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hat Want us to come to your bar for a Bellie…

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Episode 180 - Sam Jay 55:59

5M ago55:59

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For comedian Sam Jay it was love at first open mic. From putting out multiple stand up specials, to having written on Saturday Night Live, to co-creating and starring on Peacock’s Bust Down, her commitment to the art of comedy is steadfast. Sam explains how failing in front of an audience is a necessary growing pain for young comedians and how goin…

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Episode 179 - Crash Dummies 1:15:22

5M ago1:15:22

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From ranking superheroes to debating whether or not they’re going to Heaven, no topic is off limits for Patrick Johnson II and Mike Esibou. As fellow Milwaukeean podcasters, Pat and Mike dive into current events, take calls from fans, and shoot the breeze on their weekly show the Crash Dummies Podcast. This week on the Cripescast however, they go o…

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How To Get A Raise 💵 #76 1:02:04

5M ago1:02:04

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In this episode, we're at Duffy's in Fargo, ND. The first caller works at a small business and is wondering how he should go about asking for a raise. The next caller is dealing with a ton of family drama involving his grandpa, and the last caller is having problems with the alleyway in his neighborhood. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Ch…

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Maple Syrup and Death #75 1:09:41

5M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Our first caller is having a wedding and is having a best man dilemma, Next caller wants to know an age old questions "are midwest kids just born to work for their dad?" Last caller is a maple syrup enthusiast and a Funeral Director, we dive deep into the dying business. Get yourself a ⁠⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠⁠ Hat Want us to come to y…

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Episode 178 - Dexter Patterson 1:06:08

6M ago1:06:08

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It’s time to buckle in for a Cripescast episode all about Birding. UW-Madison Life Science Communications teacher, Dexter Patterson, is a self-proclaimed “Bird Nerd” and as any dedicated listener of the show knows, Charlie is too. Dexter is working to make birdwatching accessible to everyone, whether it’s through sharing his adventures to his follo…

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How To Look Cool While Hunting #74 45:42

6M ago45:42

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Our first caller is bothered by jet skiers tearing up his local lake. The next caller wants to know how to avoid looking like a dweeb when he's hunting. Following that, a caller is concerned about his wife being forklift certified. Our final caller needs advice on how to make her husband more Midwestern. Get yourself a ⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chic…

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Episode 177 - Myles Montplaisir 1:20:54

6M ago1:20:54

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Returning to the show for the fourth time, Myles Montplaisir (aka the “You Betcha” guy) makes history as the Cripescast guest with the most podcast appearances. Aside from being one of Charlie’s close friends and co-host of The Bellied Up Podcast, a Midwestern call-in advice show, Myles is an entrepreneur, content creator, and conversationalist thr…

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How To Avoid "The Happiest Place On Earth" #73 57:47

6M ago57:47

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In this episode we're at Clementine's in Milwaukee. First caller has some nosy extremely neighbors, Next caller needs desperate help to get out of a Disney vacation with his in-laws, Last caller is scarred for life, because he heard a certain couple "doing the deed". Get yourself a ⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠ Hat Want us to come to your bar …

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Episode 176 - Eric Larsen 1:14:47

6M ago1:14:47

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Polar explorer and expedition guide Eric Larsen isn’t one to shy away from the cold. Having completed more North and South Pole expeditions than any other American in history, it’s safe to say he thrives in below freezing temperatures. From being a park ranger in Alaska to a sled dog herder in Minnesota, Eric’s spent his life in the cold and his st…

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Bribing Your Kid #72 1:09:12

6M ago1:09:12

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First caller talks about not wanting to compromise on the type of grass when buying a home, the second caller talks about paying her kid to behave at school, and the third caller got their dirt bike stolen out of their front yard Get yourself a ⁠⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠⁠ Hat Want us to come to your bar for a Bellied Up episode? Click ⁠Her…

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Episode 175 - RENEW Wisconsin 1:04:19

6M ago1:04:19

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RENEW Wisconsin is a nonprofit organization that has been dedicated to the advancement of clean renewable energy in the dairy state since 1991. On this episode of the Cripescast, Charlie is joined by RENEW’s Communications Manager, Alex Beld, and their Emerging Technology Director, Francisco Sayu, to discuss what RENEW is doing in the state of Wisc…

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The Art of Sliding into the DM's #71 1:00:55

6M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

First caller hates that his brother buys so much junk, next caller is a marathon runner and wants to know the perfect meal after running a marathon, last caller is wondering why Charlie hasn't reached out to her and wants fishing advice. Get yourself a ⁠"Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens"⁠ Hat Want us to come to your bar for a Bellied Up episode? Clic…

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