
The Ascertainers
Music Musings & Other Drivel
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133 episodes
Episode 133: Back to It
Back from 3 weeks off and it only kind of shows. Jim is sorry for the excessive use of the F word. Stick and stones, people...Bucket trapNewt's--Exciting new menu item: Milkshakes!Shoutout Lance f...
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Episode 132: Blast From the Past
Due to scheduling conflicts (we're both very popular), we had to reach into the pantry and pull an episode off the shelf. This one can be described as old and sorta loose. Grow up. We spend as much time trying to conceal the d...
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Episode 131: Extra Innings With our Mystery Guest
They say size doesn't matter (well Mark does, anyway), but this one flowed so well, that we ran long. No extra charge. This is the second episode of the recording session with our Mystery Guest. Wide ranging topics and some de...
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Episode 130: Mystery Guest
Nobody is completely clear as to why today's guest is anonymous. Maybe he's famous or something. Jim's famous wife joins as well.Dick & JaneThe big anatomy book (the book is big, the anatomy is regular size)...
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Episode 129: With Apologies to Singapore
I'd describe this one as bouncy and light. A couple of decent laughs to be had. Thanks for listening!The Optimistic Alligator TamerVacation Boxing in BangkokPoint of PrideMickey's Diner > or...
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Episode 128: The Best and the Worst
Took a couple of weeks off and the break might have paid off. You decide...Eric from JL BeersCracker BarrelShoutout guests Jack and JakeNewt's--How to eat for $2.13MN State FairThe ...
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Episode 127: Jack and Jake Part 2
We bring the adult neighbor kids back for a second round. We tackle some of life's most pressing questions. The power of enunciationGuest Newt's spotBoo hoo Billy JoelWe're Pontiac famous<...
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Episode 126: Jack and Jake--OG Neighbor Kids
We are joined by Jack and Jake. I list Jack first because it was supposed to be just Jack, but Jake pulled a big brother move. Entertaining episode!The GodfatherThe GuitarGolf (This episode brought to y...
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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 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 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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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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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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Episode 121
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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 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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Episode 119
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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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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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Episode 117
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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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Episode 116
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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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Episode 115
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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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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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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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Episode 112
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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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