
The Ascertainers
Music Musings & Other Drivel
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125 episodes
Episode 125: Who is/was Terry Reid?
I think this one could crack our top 87 episodes of all time. It's that good. For real, it's worth a listen!Joe Namath and hosiery Who else misses Johnny Carson?RIP Loni AndersonPlastic Su...
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Episode 125
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Episode 124: Phrase Origins
We've hit the big time as we now advertise in the Tomahawk Club Newsletter (Mark's private Pontiac owners club). I think it's an exclusive. Wonder what Joe Rogan thinks of THAT!Par 3 golfNewt's awesome new burge...
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Episode 124
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Episode 123: Ozzy
Reunited after two weeks off from recording, and it feels so good. Sure, we took a little time away and the world loses the Prince of Darkness, but you know what they say--you gotta break a few eggs.Rough week for Iconic perso...
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Season 3
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Episode 123
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Episode 122: Comedy Movies Part 2
Pulled this episode off the shelf due to summer schedules. Originally recorded after Part 1 on March 14. Swear Alert--Jim drops more F-bombs than usual (he's working on it). It's probably a function of him overserving himself....
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Season 3
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Episode 122
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40:27

Episode 121: Chantz and Paris Part 2
Jim was on vacation this week, so abbreviated write up. Round 2 with Chantz and Paris is a good time. From Mark's out of town drink preferences to drinking too much prune juice in Switzerland--its got something for everyone!E...
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Season 3
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Episode 121
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41:53

Episode 120: Chantz and Paris Part 1
Mark's oldest son Chantz and lifelong friend/neighbor Paris join us for a free-flowing conversation that covers a lot of ground. Something for everyone.Escape planGuest introMark's early drivewayThe ...
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Episode 120
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Episode 119: Deadwood
Trying out a shorter episode to see if anyone can tell. We cover a lot of ground with a few laughs.Bring back the Radio Game?PseudonymsNewt's--Mark's CheersErrors & OmissionsQuarterbacks...
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Season 3
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Episode 119
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35:48

Episode 118: Leave Your Troubles by the Door
This was a tough one to give a title to, as we covered a lot of ground and nothing too specifically. Some decent laughs though!Gong Show / Match Game babesTom Jones--Lady KillerBourbon JimThe Beyond ...
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Season 3
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Episode 118
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Episode 117: Brian Wilson / Beach Boys
Welcome back. Pretty laid-back episode for you this time.The goutThanks Reader's DigestCarlos MenciaBeeGeesErrors & OmissionsCharlie's 100 yard dash fantasyEwwww Rick S...
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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40:23

Episode 116: Pee Wee Herman and The Fake Meat Experiment
Buckle up. This one goes off road. A few laughs to be had. Enjoy.Enhanced introMyriad--take 9Shaking or nodding?Help from ChatGPTOur fake songYou can't see AI liveMar...
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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40:09

Episode 115: We Get Our Groove Back!
Your boys got things sorted out and are back to our old selves. Shout out Nilsson and DonovanThings came to a headLiltSpelling BeeAn attempt at a professional introJim's doppelgange...
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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44:17

Episode 114: The Race One
Of course, we mean RUNNING races, which is what we end spending an unusal amount of time discussing. We do talk about drummers too.Beyond middle ageBreak in routineAttitude AdjustmentGolfNew...
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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39:48

Episode 113: Four Piece Classic Rock Bands
We were recently reminded that we are a technically a music podcast, so we set out to talk about our favorite 4 piece rock bands from the 60's, 70's and 80's. In the words of Burt Reynolds (as played by the late, great Norm McDonald): Bon...
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Season 3
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Episode 113
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44:09

Episode 112: You Doesn't Have to Call Him Johnson
Mad Men era slogansSelloutsShoutout sister KarenMark's epic guy moveChoose your regretWhy Jim was bad in schoolOsmosisNew Burger at Newt's is worth your attentionTouch...
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Season 3
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Episode 112
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43:22

Episode 111: A Wife Has Entered the Chat
Tonight, we're joined by Jim's wife, Kris. She brings her cheery personality and fact-checking skills.Spring has sprungNew friend at Newt'sAttitude AdjustmentIt's still just myriadDr Hirt an...
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Season 3
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Episode 111
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Episode 110: I Write the Songs
Going into this one we each had a bad feeling....Don't take romance advice from a duckJ Geils Band ShoutoutSoul Asylum Mark can't stand itErrors & OmissionsHull peopleB-...
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Season 3
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Episode 110
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Episode 109: Columbia Record Club
Jim's brother Jeff joins us for his 4th guest spot. Kind of an odds n ends episode with some decent laughs.Powered by Newt's Apple ValleyThe Man's MallRobbie Robertson--good guy or dick?Billy Powell<...
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Season 3
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Episode 109
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Episode 108: Mark's Music Minute
The post-colonoscopy episode. Let's see if Jim sounds like he's not as full of sh1t.Procedure notesMet a legend at Newt's (shoutout Greg and Bonnie)Newt's--Legendary BurgersHow not to invite a potent...
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Season 3
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Episode 108
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43:05

Episode 107: Mixed Bag
Another one where we record two in one night--this one is number two (in more ways than one?).March Madness (a little late)NamesStreet games / Improvised basesChildhood injuriesNewt's--where it al...
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Season 3
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Episode 107
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42:15

Episode 106: The Last Radio Game
With local radios station 92KQRS changing formats, we are preparing for the demise of the Radio Game. Probably a victory for our listeners, but Mark and Jim are taking it kind of hard (pun not intended).Medical Minute: C...
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Season 3
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Episode 106
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40:16

Episode 105: Romper Room and the Medical Minute
Typical mindless banter followed by a rare, important message to men. We almost got to Dire Straits.Student of comedySpring has sprungA message to potential guestsRomper RoomNewt's--Smashing...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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39:49

Episode 104: Comedy Movies
We had an impromptu 5 person recording featuring Mark, Jim, Jim's wife Kris, son Alex and Daughter-in-Law Sara. Ambitious topic of Comedy Movies meant we had to get to the topic in record time. Fun episode--hope you enjoy.
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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52:20

Episode 103: Becoming Led Zeppelin Movie
Your boys took a field trip to go see Becoming Led Zeppelin at the theater and boy are our arms tired... Jellybean strategies--a complete guideErrors & Omissions--Rock & Roll Hall of Fame editionShout...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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