Time To Lean...and Here's A Song!

Episode 66 gets the full Star Wars treatment with our All-Star (Wars) panel!  Phil and John are joined by Matthew P. and Paul S.! We begin by talking about diet soda. Why? Who knows.  Also, Mandalorian is discussed.  And Paul’s latest visit to Disney World and their Star Wars thingy. Beverages Consumed: Phil: Old Tub (on the rocks), Paul S.: Gonna Be Trouble IPA: Lost Cabin Beer Co. (see also Ales for ALS!), Matt P.: via Great Lakes Distillery - Pirate Roaring Dan’s ‘Roaring Stormy’, John: Kayio.  Zero Coke Zeros. The Song:  “Space Herpes”

Welcome (back?) to Episode 65!   Phil shares some news (old by now) about Casa Bonita. We talk about the new documentary, “Roadrunner”, that neither of us have seen. Fat Tire and Stranahan’s are consumed/discussed. Also discussed: the upcoming “Dune” film, Pasties:  The classic summer food!™, as well as other foods. John reports back on the 1943 Nazi “Titanic” film. Phil talks about his “viewing habits” We discuss the new Paul McCartney interview series. The Song:  “Yuppie From The Yoopie”

A slow start gets the guys talking about what they’ve been doing this Summer.   John brings up the various Johnnie Walker Game of Thrones releases and the latest Nick Offerman Lagavulin Scotch. Phil tried some non-alcoholic “whiskey”: Ritual Zero Proof. Andy “Quiz Master” R. got a new puppy so we talk about dogs. John made another trip to Rapid City. John’s latest movie-watching project:  5 different Titanic films. Titanic (1943) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanic_(1943_film) Titanic (1953) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanic_(1953_film) A Night To Remember (1958) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Night_to_Remember_(1958_film) S.O.S. Titanic (1979) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S.O.S._Titanic Titanic (1997) Phil talks about Danny Elfman’s latest:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Mess_(Danny_Elfman_album) John revisited “Midnight Run” (1988). We talk about “Unearthed”, a special release of early Jonathan Winters standup.   The Song:  “Jimbo Zero” (which is a parody and should be considered

Episode 63 features the same old dudes. We explain (try to make excuses for) our slowdown of new episodes and “behind the scenes” with Time to Lean!  John finished his movie Westerns watching project and noticed 4 different actors in the 1969 “True Grit” who appeared on random episodes of Star Trek. The book John’s been talking about:  Sixguns and Society. John is drinking a Tattersall Old Fashioned. Have we talked about the McRib before? Too bad, we are NOW! We talk about what we’ve been cooking.  John gives up on pizza stones.  Then he tries a baking steel. We watched and liked the Netflix show, “Ugly Delicious”, and Phil highly recommends “High on the Hog” (also Netflix). John talks about “Decision Before Dawn” and has some upcoming pet news. Phil talks about finally going to a live concert. Phil “recommends” an 800x slower Radiohead version of Pyramid Song. We have a contest to see who has the worst Yogi Bear imitation, then a special surprise “Time to Taste” field recording!   The Song: “The

Good Evening! In Episode 62, we are joined by Special Guest, Scott T!   In a pre-show segment (aka, farting around before we get going), we talk about the weather and broken McDonald’s ice cream machines. It's really as good as you think it will be. Scott talks about how he knows John and Phil, some Taco John’s culinary adventures, and living in Colorado. Somehow, the Couch Story comes up again.  Colorado booze. Scott gives an extended elevator speech about his past. Scott talks about his music and movie tastes. Star Wars and Phil’s initial reaction to Baby Yoda.   The Song:  “Yucca Mountain”

Hey look, we’re back from hiatus! However, the Narrator wasn’t ready to return from his undisclosed location so we had to make do.   Episode 61 doesn't have an entertaining guest but it does feature John eating on-mic. It’s the little things.   Old weather and news announcers. Nuts. Celebrity booze and other products. Vaccines. We talk about the 1957 film, A Face In The Crowd. And Orson Welles Sketchbook (1955) Phil’s been watching the Midnight Diner and Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories. John talks about the CNN show, Searching For Italy and the movie, Nomadland (South Dakota connection!)   The Song:  “Hashbrown Betty”

Season 6 draws to a close with Episode 60. The guys kvetch about winter weather and the Texas power grid. For some reason, Rush Limbaugh comes up again; hopefully for the last time. Suntory Whisky Toki®   and a Naked Grouse Rob Roy (on the rocks) are dranken. The 60th episode prompts discussion of the most popular episodes, according to download stats. Phil’s Shoes, and a Puzzle Update! John talks about the TV show, “The Boys” and plays a game of “Which Urban?”.  Phil mentions Street Food: Asia.   The Song:  Texas Power Grid

We sink to some new lows for episode 59 (actually recorded before 58?) where we open the show talking about our tech issues (OK, John’s) and “evolve” into bad jokes surrounding a subject that men never cease to enjoy talking about. We add an infinitesimal amount to the overall discourse surrounding the 1/6/21 Capitol attack and the (then) pending inauguration of Joe Biden.  Cabin Still (again?!) Wild Turkey 101  More talk about what we’ve been watching and some video game talk. Katamari Damacy Phil started a puzzle. Rivals: Music’s Greatest Feuds is mentioned when John mentions that Paul S. mentioned it. John has an issue with the word, “awesome” and Phil recommends Feels Good Man. The Song:  “Distracted By Myself”

For Episode 58, we have our first-ever Valentine’s Day episode!   Joining us for the revelry is returning guest Glenda M! Whiskies mentioned: Saint Paul Straight Bourbon — Panther Distillery Barrell Craft Spirits Rieger’s Kansas City Whiskey Mutant Bernie Sanders Meme Crochet Doll Glenda asks Phil and John about their wives which is about as intriguing as you would expect. We invent the cocktail version of “soda freestyle” called the Time to Lean Machine Nordeast restaurants (Northeast Mpls.) The Black Hills area has other places to eat than Taco John’s. Yacht’s Club Birch Beer from Blue Sun Soda Shop   The Song: “After Our Shots” (lyrics co-written by Glenda M.)

Our Special Guest for Episode 57 is Chris H!   Chris has some Rivers-Marie 2018 Herb Lamb single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon  Chris tells us about his musical experiences. We do a long stretch talking about whiskey. (A deep dive into the Whiskey River) Knob Creek single barrel comparisons, Makers Mark staves, Chris recommends the book, “Pappyland” Phil invites himself over to Chris’ house. Chris tells some wedding band stories. We somehow manage to work in some Rapid City nostalgia. The Song:  “This Particular Disease”

The Special Guest for Episode 56 is Meghan K! Topics, such as they are:Trump makeup secrets.Meghan reflects on growing up a middle child in the K family.The return of the Taco John’s enchiladas is featured in a TTL Taco John’s update (TTL-TJU).Meghan talks about her time in the UK and violin teaching.Meghan’s kids make an appearance.  And Bob S.! Casa Bonita (again?!)John and Meghan’s grandma and the editorial cartoon The Song: “Meghan Reagan Poopy Pagan” (an update of a song Phil wrote for Meghan in the 90s)

Episode 55 has the dubious honor of being our 2020 Holiday Spectacular! John gets some pre-packaged food. Phil finally got around to seeing the most recent Star Wars movie and we talk about it. We talk about various holiday TV specials and movies. The idea for updating the movie, “Love Actually” which John did a crap job of explaining:  https://twitter.com/davidplotz/status/1329924490311163904 We discuss the 1995 film, “Nixon” (nothing like Tricky Dick to get you in the holiday mood). A brief talk about holiday music. The Song: “Christmas Time in Hell”

Episode 54 finds Phil and John on the other side of the 2020 Election We ponder another impending Minnesota winter.Watching cable news and mentions of Pappy Van Winkle.Phil tries Wild Turkey “Longbranch” bourbon and John samples a truly special beverage.John talks more about Johnnie Walker scotch.Cleaning out the fridge.The infamous Fart-Absorbing Couch.The last Bonanza restaurant in South Dakota and also fake meat (no direct connection...?).John tries the “Jane Walker” Scotch.We talk about the late Sean Connery.  “The Hill” (165) is discussed.Phil watched the movie, “The Last Man On Earth” (1964). The Song:  “Aluminum Piss”

Episode 53 begins with Phil using the wrong mic and we talk about blended Scotch.  John enjoys a Talisker 10 year single maltSnowstorms in October.We talk about movies, again:  “The Jesus Rolls” (2019), “Whisky Galore” (1949), “Cheyenne Autumn” (1964), and “Night of the Living Dead” (1968).We talk about the classic Pink Floyd album, “Animals” where we read people’s comments and the album reminds Phil about how guilty he feels about skipping Sunday School.  The solo work of Roger Waters is discussed some as well.Yard Waste, again.The Song:  “I Am In Charge Of The Cricks”

Episode 52 is just Phil and John but for once we recorded in the same place!The struggles of recording in the same location which is also outdoors.John self-promotes his recent musical gigs, including his annual trip to Mackinac Island and a gig at the Dakota! We try Pipe Dream Whiskey: https://redwoodempirewhiskey.com/whiskey/pipe-dream-bourbon/and we compare two different single barrel Knob Creek rye whiskies.John talks about the 2019 TV adaptation of “High Fidelity”.  The Song:  “The Leaf Baggers”

Episode 51 features Special Guest Andy R! Andy talks about his background, including his extensive study of the famous Paddlefish and his olde Rapid City area upbringing. Andy is indeed a Big Fan of Science. John had a dream about an unreleased TTL episode. We speculate about the gin produced by the still on the TV show MASH and a possible lost MASH episode.  Also Alan Alda’s work communicating about science. Phil talks about his TV news viewing and his strange fascination with David Brooks. Andy talks about his family’s old campground in the Black Hills. Andy holds a brief quiz show. The value of software and indie developers. Phil says he never swam naked with a trout. The Song:  “Naked Tram”

It’s our 50th Episode Spectacular! While we weren't special enough to make a clip show to celebrate, we did somehow find things to discuss, 50 episodes in.Mail-in rebates and the odd selection of food available at Menard’s, such as John’s preferred unfrosted Pop Tarts.John reports back from his trip to the Minnesota State Fair Food Parade.John and Co.’s Star Trek Podcast is discussed a bit.Phil reviews a Pearson’s Salted Nut Roll flavoured beer.Phil and John have gigs!John revisits a few 1980s movies, prompted by the new “Bill & Ted” installment.Phil talks about Wynton Marsalis’ latest album, “The Ever Fonky Lowdown”.Suzuki violin teaching and Cracker Jacks. The Song:  “Seasons”

Episode 49! After a rough start, John talks about his new wifi router which is about as exciting as you might imagine. Work talk.John tries “The Wee Beastie” after all.Phil talks about frozen pizza injuries. We talk about the 1961 Western, “One Eyed Jacks” and the Westerns book, “Sixguns and Society”Orson Wells interviewed in French!  https://www.cinematheque.fr/henri/film/125173-orson-welles-a-la-cinematheque-francaise-pierre-andre-boutang-guy-seligmann-1983/Phil thinks he knows someone who dated Val Kilmer.Pet names.The 2020 political conventions.Metaphors for taking a pee. The Song:  “The Cowboy Code”

Episode 48 features Special Guest Glenda M! Glenda is an old friend of Phil and John from ye olde Rapid City Central High School daze.Full disclosure:  this episode has a lot of “remember back in high school…” discussion (more than usual!).Some new and “interesting” drink ideas.Glenda goes on a Taco John’s rant.We briefly talk about Sam Elliot and the late Wilford BrimleyCleaning out old stuff at our parents’ houses and the “interesting” things that are found.  (John strikes out in the crawlspace).Will John ever post the sloppy joe recipe.Glenda wants to play in a polka band.The Mexican Zombie comes back.  Mexican Zombie 2: What is it?!The Happy Joe’s birthday sundae.Old band trips. The Song:  “Geeks of RCC”

Episode 47 provides the following desirable subjects: Phil reviews Cedar Ridge Malted Rye whiskey.John is trying to reduce his whiskey collection but is still probably going to have to pick up a bottle of Ardbeg's "The Wee Beastie”.Dooley’s rum is consumed which leads to...John learns about “Black Tot Day”John gets through another video game:  “The Last of Us”A brief talk about the Johnnie Walker Songs of Fire/Ice blended scotches.Phil continues his deep dive into the “Phantasm” movies, which prompts him to explore other Don Coscarelli movies: Bubba Ho-Tep (2002), John Dies at the End (2012)The misfit super hero mini-genre and our old comedy tape that we did in the early 1990s. John talks about the 1971 film, “A New Leaf”.Buying old movies on plastic discs. The Song:  “Dr. Trump”