We gotcha good last year, but now you see it coming. So we're gonna do something different...for now. We will get you again. You will forget. And that's when we strike. Anyways come listen to this sh*t, it's pretty good. Joe forgot to plug in his mic because he's a big dumb dummy pants. 2013 MacBook Pro Built-In Microphone really be goin' hard on t…

The Killers are easily the greatest 80s band of the 2000s. But which one of these Vegas-born, UK-raised albums is the best one? Come find out! Oh, and the next time you’re at a wedding (by which we mean every wedding you ever go to, forever), enjoy watching every Millennial in the room absolutely lose their freaking minds when Mr. Brightside comes …

And we're back! Come join us for the exciting conclusion to this epic journey - it may not turn out how you thought! (But when does it ever with us?) If you agree with our pick, send this episode to all the Killers fans in your life so you can say "I told you so!" If you disagree, send it to people anyway and say "these guys suck, check this out." …

After losing 4 aircraft carriers during the battle of Midway, and with the US continuing to retake more Pacific islands, Japan seriously needed another carrier. Enter Shinano, a Yamato class super-battleship refitted as a carrier. Unfortunately, due to shoddy engineering and a chance encounter with the submarine USS Archerfish, Shinano was not long…

The many issues with the Balao class submarine seemed fated to resolve in time for the perfect storm of mayhem that was Ramage's Rampage. Within a 34 minute engagement, a combination of quick thinking, resourcefulness, and luck would make Lawson P. Ramage one of the most successful submarine commanders.…

This week, we will learn about a fateful encounter between a Japanese merchant convoy and a U.S. submarine wolf pack in WWII. To set this up, we first need to learn about the Balao class submarine and the many technical issues crews faced during combat.By Jack McFarling and David Bradbury

Join us for part 2 as we dive deeper into the making of the movie U-571, how historical events influenced its plot, and the disgruntled survivors and historians that denounced the movie.By Jack McFarling and David Bradbury

Welcome back! We've officially ended our extended holiday break, coming out swinging with one of the most important bands in punk rock history! Oh, and...if you know, you know... Follow us on social media and let us know what bands you want us to cover! Facebook: @TheirBestAlbum Instagram: @theirbestalbum Twitter: @theirbestalbum Email: theirbestal…

U-571 is an action packed submarine war movie that is beloved by many. Released at the turn of the century, audiences watched stars such as Matthew McConaughey, Bill Paxton, and Jon Bon Jovi attempt to escape German forces in a commandeered German U-Boat, U-571. The movie is filled with action and dramatic set pieces, but is the film true to real e…

Welcome to our very first Christmas Special! Every show has to do it. Just like every pop artist has to put out Christmas music. Why? Money, of course! Not that we're getting paid for this (yet). Pour yourself a cup of cheer, then pour another, and let us help you avoid your in-laws for a little while as we discuss only the highest caliber of music…

Joe had some...technical difficulties finishing the episode on the night of recording, so we reconvened later to bring you this epic conclusion! The journey is worth it. Here are the links mentioned at the end of the episode: https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/political-commentary/serj-tankian-system-of-a-down-azerbaijan-armenians-1234613877/ ht…

If 1984 is your favorite book, then this is your favorite band. And they rock! They talk the talk and walk the walk. They belong to a very small and exclusive list in music history. And if you listened to our Strokes episode, you may be just as surprised as us by who is responsible for bringing System of a Down into the spotlight... Here are the li…

With special guest Joe Kosiek, this week we'll hear about the antics and missteps of the HMS Vixen, an experimental steamship with iron support structures and a wooden hull. Stick around for more info about the island of Bermuda!By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

In this action-packed sequel, we've got direct audio evidence that Rick Rubin ripped off Minecraft legend Captainsparklez (yes, we know it's Usher, but it's much funnier this way). Oh yeah and we also give the answer to the question that is the actual purpose of this podcast. Follow us on social media and let us know what bands you want us to cover…

Julian Casablancas has gone from prep school kid with a sketchy dad to the man who saved rock (and roll). Come find out which pop superstar these guys indirectly made famous, learn some other junk you didn't know, and discover the plethora of great songs you've been skipping to get back to Reptilia. Follow us on social media and let us know what ba…

This week David will tell us how naval engineering, tactics, and weaponry have evolved throughout human history. In part 2 we cover WWI through the modern day, where naval combat becomes more deadly and precise.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

This week David will tell us how naval engineering, tactics, and weaponry have evolved throughout human history. Tune in for details on crescent fighting, ships of the line, U-boats, and ramming: a battle strategy that refuses to go out of style.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

Welcome back! Tune in for the epic conclusion of 'Nirvana's Best Album,' in which you'll finally find out - you guessed it - which Nirvana album is the best! Follow us on social media and let us know what bands you want us to cover! Facebook: @TheirBestAlbum Instagram: @theirbestalbum Twitter: @theirbestalbum Email: theirbestalbumpod@gmail.com…

Across countless miles of ocean and throughout 45 years of service, Jacques Cousteau and his beloved vessel Calypso have contributed so much to marine biology, conservation, and scientific research. Learn about the vessel that weathered countless challenges, and gave us a glimpse into the silent world beneath the waves.…

We bet you have more of their T Shirts in your closet than songs on your phone. That's right, for the very first episode of Their Best Album we're talking about Nirvana. Come learn something new, discover great songs you probably skipped, and find out the truth about which of Nirvana's albums is (objectively) the best. Follow us on social media and…

From shipping necessity to British hipster pastime, narrowboats have a long and interesting history. Long and slender and putting along at glacial pace, these vessels are a unique part of British naval identity. Stay tuned for David's first hand experience with a narrowboat vacation!By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

In a change of format, this is the first shorts episode. This is a more lighthearted episode where each of us will present one or two brief topics. Some topics include the S.S. Badger, the video game Among Us, and theories about the Loch Ness monster.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

Tale tales continue to unfold in part 2 of the naval career of Hubb Hubb the Great. First we'll finish up the history of Hubbard's active naval service, and then cross examine all of his supposed accomplishments throughout the war.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

Strap in for the thrilling odyssey of an lesser known WWII hero. The sole survivor when his destroyer was sunk during pearl harbor, he has commanded corvettes to hunt submarines, served in both the U.S. and British navy, and has won countless military honors and medals... allegedly. To find out where truth begins and ends, we will take a dive into …

In part 2 of "The Grey Ghost," we hear about the end of the war, the Queen Mary's return to commercial service, and her final resting place. Tune in for tales of frightening rouge waves, journeys of unprecedented scale, and a special guest who rode aboard, a certain Colonel Warden.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

From cruise liner to military transport, the HMS Queen Mary, a.k.a. the Grey Ghost, made invaluable contributions to allied efforts in WWII. Hear the tale of how the Titanic's prettier sister, the fastest ship in the world, carried up to 16,683 troops around the globe while slipping past German U-Boats.…

Amidst the Napoleonic wars, Europe's future is looking grim. As Napoleon advances his campaign, one naval commander, Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson, will make his final grandstand to stop the French invasion of England. In a stunning display of valor, Nelson passes from hero into legend.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury, Mason Dickhut

Known as Churchill's darkest decision, the attack on Mers-el-Kébir is nothing short of an utter tragedy. Miscommunication, political tension, and pride will lead to disaster for the French fleet stationed in North Africa and heartbreak around the world.By Jack McFarling, David Bradbury