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

Episode 46: We’re joined by Special Guest David D! We speculate about the origins of Rapid City Central High School's mascot. South Dakota’s weird French city name pronunciations.  Dave talks about his years in the Air Force and his adventures keeping track of  Space Junk. Actual talk about Space Force (the actual force and briefly the Netflix show). We learn that Dave is a fan of (Mr.) Pibb (Xtra?), partially due to its unavailability. The allure of things you can’t easily get.  Dave talks about his time as a potential “key turner” in missile silos. Old comedians and Dave’s Dad who worked in radio and Dave’s uncle who was on Hee Haw. Phil finally gets to the Hunting topic.* *graphic descriptions of hunting Dave suggests an Elvis movie (or two). Song Title: “Ballad of a Missileer”

Episode 45 Guest-free and gluten-free this time, but the narrator’s brother Timbo fills in.   Phil visits Trader Joes and gets a headache. John reports back from another trip to Rapid City with a Taco John’s update! Motel/Hotel “free” breakfasts. Corn Bread. John tries a “beginner” Scotch. More video game talk. We talk about the late-great Carl Reiner. Phil attempts to describe the 1979 film, “Phantasm”.  John’s odd long-time interest in old ocean liners. Old clocks. The Song:  “Masked Debaters”

Up this time, Special Guest Star:  Bex P! Bex tells us about her journey to the USA.We admit our ignorance about JuneteenthWe have a lot of questions about growing up in New Zealand, as you might expect.Bex talks about her job.More Pandemic Cinema.The removal of racist brand names and logos.Sambo’s Restaurant:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sambo'sNew Zealand greetings and native critters.The video Bex mentioned regarding NZ not on maps:  https://youtu.be/HynsTvRVLiIThe Song:  "Rock Me Nostradamus"

No guests this time, special or otherwise but there is real wind sound! Current events flare up like a bad rash.Phil talks about cutting his wife’s hair.John complains about finding dead animals on his lawn but doesn’t yell at them to get off it.John talks about insomnia and Smart Clocks.Phil has a case of the hiccups which leads to talk about BBQ sauce.John is peer pressured into trying peanut butter whiskey and Phil talks peanut butter as a mini topic.Home improvement shows. The Song:  “BJ And The Bear” (Written and Performed by Shawn Cassity and Phil Hunter)  Music video found here:  https://youtu.be/uCQZFEKKf4U

It’s Guest Time again this week, another South Dakota expat:  Dr. Christian E! Topics may or may not include:Old Looney Tunes cartoons.Our time at the University of Wyoming encountering fascinating fellow students and playing old video games.We recall another old Rapid City arcade near the home of the infamous Army recruiter who was after Phil.Dr. E talks about music and other random experiences.We find time at the end to talk about cocktails. The Song:  “A Song About Gophers”

John talks about his incredibly exciting trip to a Dairy Queen and the state of various kinds of ice cream that come out of machines.Product placement of Vernor’s Ginger Soda on TV.Phil talks about his tooth of woe which leads to a discussion about our “favorite” movies that have portrayals of dentistry.More talk about shows we’ve watched.John gets a set of “Bear Paws” The Song:  “Pentagon Experiment”

Today we’re joined by Special Guest, Bruce Knowles! Bruce tells us about his latest passion:  The Knowles-eum, featuring such attractions as “The Crawlspace” where he brewed exploding root beer in his youth.Bruce gives us more context on our previous talk about Shakey’s; Bruce worked there!John recalls Bruce’s influence on him and his brother Rob growing up.Somewhat “famous” people with Knowles as their last names.John pays a small tribute to electronic music artist, Tomita.We all talk about what we’re watching...again.Movie soundtracks naturally come up.John admits he’s never heard of Soupy SalesBruce talks about the trauma of “trauma training”. The Song:  “Zooba Flooba John”

Today we’re joined once again by Eric S!Staying home all the time makes for some strange podcast topics. The sad states of our jobs during these times.Getting fountain pop at a certain Rapid City Mini Mart becomes a topic - look, like today, we were really starved for out of the house entertainment back in the 80s!Speculation as to how buffet restaurants and restaurants in general will come back after this is “over”. We discuss appropriate books and movies for our times.Zombie movies and the TV series, “The Walking Dead”Sci Fi books and films inevitably come up.  Phil discusses thin books.  The Song:  “Sea Fever” (written and sung by Eric!)

The show must go on!(as long as the beverages hold out)Special Guest ™ Rob K returns for another wide-reaching, sober (!) range of topics that only our show can deliver. ...what you could call, Telemedicine…The “Time to Lean” take on Remote Work.Comparing the current Pandemic to other bad times experienced by our families.More talk about video games.John talks about the book “Frank Capra:  The Catastrophe of Success”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051NZXN0  And Phil admits he’s never seen “It’s A Wonderful Life” but still has insights into it.The guys marvel at how much pop culture reality/history has been caught on film over the decades.A podcast season about Disney is suggested and Mickey Mouse takes over the show. The Song:  “It’s a Life”

The lads push forward despite what is going on in the world with these scintillating topics! What we’re doing during the pandemic.John tries to buy a video game system and recalls an old video game-related hangover prevention strategy.Both of your hosts were in the Cub/Boy Scouts. I’m sure you can’t wait to hear about that.Phil upgrades his streaming video device which gives John the excuse to talk about the state of these things in the World of Tech with a side track into Smart Fridges.John gets to use his new wood pellet grill.John finally gets around to watching “Parks and Recreation” and Phil is into “Attack on Titans”What’s their favorite sandwich?A brief Marx Brothers discussion. The Song:  “Old Wood”

We’re all living in strange and challenging times, but somehow we’re able to talk about...things? John and Phil comment on the recent retirement of Hardball host Chris Matthews. Other MSNBC/cable news talk comes up.While they're at it, the guys talk MORE politics and of course, COVID-19.John (re) ventures into the world of home Hi-Fi and discovers he’s been mis-hearing a song lyric for a few decades.We then slide into Grill Talk The Song:  “Unchallenging But Pleasant”

We’re back with Special (Returning) Guest:  Shawn C! Our rambling topics include -  Shawn really doesn’t like turkeys.International Superstar Brian BlessedThe guys talk about TV shows, again (shocking no one)Phil says, “What?” … a lot.The aftermath of the Rapid City school referendum (spoiler - we didn’t help) Olde Tyme Rapid City (and elsewhere) Drive-In Movie Theaters The Song:  “Apocalypse When”

Phil and John talk about the State of the Union and Impeachment for the first (and hopefully last) time. South Dakota politics (sorry!) Carbonated alcoholic beverages and increased intoxication. More 1980s TV  The state of (some of) the Rapid City Schools and naturalistic mini-episode where you are taken on a ghost-hunting journey of adventure! "purple death":  https://kingsliquor.co.nz/product/purple-death/ The Song:  “Putting the South in South Dakota”

On today’s episode, Special Guest Greg K! Greg and John go into excruciating detail about the 1986 McDonald’s All-American Band and all things Euphonium. Greg tells us about his experiences and connections to the SDSU Network of Fascinating People (™) More South Dakota talk (“they have running water”) The News Business The Song:  “Greg Went A-Wanderin”

After some fumbling around with audio settings, the guys settle into a few topicsJohn keeps his cable subscription for one channel and is sad.A vague discussion about the presidential statues in Rapid CityJohn is going to host a scotch tastingPhil reports back from his visit to Norseman distillery in Minneapolis - https://norsemandistillery.comThe musical connection between the I Love Lucy and Star TrekPhil and John recall their experiences meeting famous peopleDiscussed Media:Supertramp, Roger Hodgson (TV Show "Red Oaks")Major Dundee (1965)Parasite (2019)The Song: “(I Can’t Remember) The 12-Bar Blues”

 Today’s topics of disinterest: Listening to Radiohead and Pink Floyd on Winter road tripsThanksgiving foods.Phil tries the Impossible BurgerSomehow, Phil has trouble finding a liquor store in WisconsinWe get to hear about Phil’s brother’s artistic collaborationsJohn resorts to mailing episodes on flash drives to get new listeners.The TV show, “Schitt’s Creek”The guys talk about how much they love Black FridayJohn "old man yells at cloud" about the trend of new cars placing most controls on a touch screenHallmark Channel Christmas movies.John finally gets around to watching Orson Welles’ “The Other Side of the Wind” The Song:  “Holiday Slush”

The guys don’t celebrate Time to Lean’s 10th anniversary.  Ha ha! Phil talks about some music that is somewhat current.More boring talk about the weather and Fall chores.We report back on a recent visit to Wisconsin’s 45th Parallel Distillery.The guys talk about Halloween.Some listener comments are discussed and the forgotten cartoon character, Scabby DooFall fun time (leaf piles)Saving/reusing tins, coffee talk The Song:  “Time to Lean Halloween”

Another guest-less episode this time but more are coming!Here’s an idea of what we talk about:Lame excuses for not recording episodes.Scotch tariffs.John’s adventures at a Bourbon/Rye tasting event.Another anecdote from one of Phil’s 18 Grandpas.The “featured” topic:  tales of grade school gym class and foggy memories about playing marbles.Paul S may have inspired the guys to buy smokers...or just smoke.Random media recommendations.The song:  “Existentialist Gym Rope”

Phil and John are joined this time by Special Guest ® Paul S! Paul, “Originally Not From Rapid”, S tells us all about the many international locations he’s lived in over the years as well as his “mysterious” accent. Paul talks about the burgeoning craft beer scene in Rapid City. Phil’s drink of the night is...a disappointment. The guys all enjoy some good Barbeque and Paul actually makes it! Paul’s fondness for many things Disney and Star Wars (“a money making machine”) is a good excuse to discuss the theme parks and random “Disney properties”. Some other movies are tangentially brought up including, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” and  “The Straight Story” We wrap up with the music of Paul’s youth. The song:  “Crocodile Paul”

Today’s episode is a Lightning Round of topics. Unfiltered beer and whiskey.The state of donut joints in Minnesota.Remembering Mad Magazine and the records their occasional recordings.The Mad Mystery RecordOld 1980s (and 1970s) TV and Saturday morning cartoons.Night FlightPhil’s road trip/Looney Tunes music story.The song (Flashback):  “The Super-Duper Friendly Friends” Theme