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Recorded live in Lewisburg at the Fairground Frenzy pro-am boxing event.
Special Guests: Jim Ashley and Justin Novaria.
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Special Guests: Dave Markert, Jacob Morris, Jim Ashley, and Justin Novaria.
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\n\nWe're back. We're glad you are, too. Episode 25 will be here soon, and you won't want to miss it.
Special Guests: Dave Markert and Jim Ashley.
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Special Guests: Jim Ashley and Justin Novaria.
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Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"Joining us for some random commentary on a variety of subjects, friend of the show and frequent contributor Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria reveals some interesting things about himself... and a few things that we never asked to know. ","date_published":"2020-01-18T18:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/c1a541b0-fb60-4223-9295-d608bb02a03e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":10295588,"duration_in_seconds":428}]},{"id":"69f92ea7-c257-4126-a035-b7962fb91739","title":"022 - It's Supposed to Condition the Anus","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/22","content_text":"","content_html":"","summary":"","date_published":"2020-01-11T21:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/69f92ea7-c257-4126-a035-b7962fb91739.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":58392241,"duration_in_seconds":7299}]},{"id":"caa3e26e-1142-42a0-afb3-fcd3f631d6f0","title":"The Best of Apex Live - Volume 1","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/best-of-volume-1","content_text":"A compilation of some of the best moments from the first eight episodes of Apex Live.Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.","content_html":"A compilation of some of the best moments from the first eight episodes of Apex Live.
Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.
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\n\nMusic:
\nIntro: "End of Summer" by The 126ers
\nRejoin: "Cielo" by Huma-Huma
\nOutro: "The Coldest Shoulder" by The 126ers
Special Guest: Jim Ashley.
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\n\nBut, no matter what happens, none of us got fired as police chief in Rainelle.
\n\nA look at Steve with former world champion Julian "The Hawk" Jackson
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Our ringside recording location (left side of the ring in the aerial photo)
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Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
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\n\nMusic:
\nIntro: "End of Summer" by The 126ers
\nRejoin: "Cielo" by Huma-Huma
\nVirginia Tech Update: "Rural Stride" by Josh Kirsch (Media Right Productions)
\nOutro: "The Coldest Shoulder" by The 126ers
Special Guest: Jim Ashley.
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","summary":"From episode 018, Steve lists the items on his Blackout Checklist, for when he needs to make sure everything is okay following an eventful night out.","date_published":"2019-02-01T14:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/ae36921a-ef08-43aa-8318-16c3a5633990.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":1237577,"duration_in_seconds":51}]},{"id":"aa51c830-3de0-4381-8e8f-1c0971662be4","title":"Dave Markert WTNJ Interview from March 26, 2015","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/markert-mullins-3-interview","content_text":"From March 26, 2015, Apex Combat's Dave Markert joins Dave Willis of WTNJ-FM in Beckley, West Virginia, looking ahead to his rubber match with in-ring rival Joe Mullins as the featured pro bout at the 2015 Toughman Contest.\n\nThe next night, Dave would win the fight by unanimous decision.\n\nSponsored by Blue Gold Title Research, LLCSpecial Guest: Dave Markert.","content_html":"From March 26, 2015, Apex Combat's Dave Markert joins Dave Willis of WTNJ-FM in Beckley, West Virginia, looking ahead to his rubber match with in-ring rival Joe Mullins as the featured pro bout at the 2015 Toughman Contest.
\n\nThe next night, Dave would win the fight by unanimous decision.
\n\nSponsored by Blue Gold Title Research, LLC
Special Guest: Dave Markert.
","summary":"From March 26, 2015, Apex Combat's Dave Markert joins Dave Willis of WTNJ-FM in Beckley, West Virginia, looking ahead to his rubber match with in-ring rival Joe Mullins as the featured pro bout at the 2015 Toughman Contest.\r\n\r\nThe next night, Dave would win the fight by unanimous decision.","date_published":"2019-01-27T16:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/aa51c830-3de0-4381-8e8f-1c0971662be4.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":5068173,"duration_in_seconds":211}]},{"id":"bbe16731-131d-462c-8067-b61f69287ae7","title":"Apex Live Highlight - Jim Ashley Interview (Episode 017)","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/jim-ashley-intro","content_text":"Our interview with Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list. Special Guest: Jim Ashley.","content_html":"Our interview with Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list.
Special Guest: Jim Ashley.
","summary":"Our interview with Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list. ","date_published":"2018-11-28T18:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/bbe16731-131d-462c-8067-b61f69287ae7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":16463830,"duration_in_seconds":2057}]},{"id":"ab516c55-32ae-478d-8c5d-f0b31fee925e","title":"Apex Live 017 - Is Feline AIDS a Thing?","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/17","content_text":"In the cold open, Steve opens the show by wondering some things about Magic Johnson's son, the truth of how Magic actually contracted the AIDS, and then something about goat AIDS. Finally, the show begins to the news that the Stolen Summer is over, and the phoenix has risen. Brad and Steve offer a brief life update, we are introduced to the possible future appearance of Ambien Steve, and Steve unveils the previously unknown fact that he has been a sleepwalker for much of his life. Experimental aircraft are deemed unacceptable, Steve finds out that Roy Halladay is dead, and the possibility arrives that Steve and Stephanie might already be common law married. Be thankful that you can wake up every morning and not be Richard Ojeda, embrace libertarianism if you are sick of an oversized, overreaching government, and extend a big middle finger to the FCC, IRS, and FDA. Brad talks about his recent surgeries and his new job as a court reporter. To close the first segment, Brad and Steve celebrate Thanksgiving by discussing things for which they are thankful (although CBS is not on Brad's list because of their decision to cancel Salvation). \n\nIn the second segment of the program, we welcome Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list. \n\nAll this and more is prominently featured in episode 17 of the podcast. Let us all give thanks for friends, family, faith, and Apex Live. #GoldustJohnson #FelineAIDS #WatchYourSix #ESK #GoodnightAmericaSpecial Guest: Jim Ashley.","content_html":"In the cold open, Steve opens the show by wondering some things about Magic Johnson's son, the truth of how Magic actually contracted the AIDS, and then something about goat AIDS. Finally, the show begins to the news that the Stolen Summer is over, and the phoenix has risen. Brad and Steve offer a brief life update, we are introduced to the possible future appearance of Ambien Steve, and Steve unveils the previously unknown fact that he has been a sleepwalker for much of his life. Experimental aircraft are deemed unacceptable, Steve finds out that Roy Halladay is dead, and the possibility arrives that Steve and Stephanie might already be common law married. Be thankful that you can wake up every morning and not be Richard Ojeda, embrace libertarianism if you are sick of an oversized, overreaching government, and extend a big middle finger to the FCC, IRS, and FDA. Brad talks about his recent surgeries and his new job as a court reporter. To close the first segment, Brad and Steve celebrate Thanksgiving by discussing things for which they are thankful (although CBS is not on Brad's list because of their decision to cancel Salvation).
\n\nIn the second segment of the program, we welcome Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list.
\n\nAll this and more is prominently featured in episode 17 of the podcast. Let us all give thanks for friends, family, faith, and Apex Live. #GoldustJohnson #FelineAIDS #WatchYourSix #ESK #GoodnightAmerica
Special Guest: Jim Ashley.
","summary":"In the cold open, Steve opens the show by wondering some things about Magic Johnson's son, the truth of how Magic actually contracted the AIDS, and then something about goat AIDS. Finally, the show begins to the news that the Stolen Summer is over, and the phoenix has risen. Brad and Steve offer a brief life update, we are introduced to the possible future appearance of Ambien Steve, and Steve unveils the previously unknown fact that he has been a sleepwalker for much of his life. Experimental aircraft are deemed unacceptable, Steve finds out that Roy Halladay is dead, and the possibility arrives that Steve and Stephanie might already be common law married. Be thankful that you can wake up every morning and not be Richard Ojeda, embrace libertarianism if you are sick of an oversized, overreaching government, and extend a big middle finger to the FCC, IRS, and FDA. Brad talks about his recent surgeries and his new job as a court reporter. To close the first segment, Brad and Steve celebrate Thanksgiving by discussing things for which they are thankful (although CBS is not on Brad's list because of their decision to cancel \"Salvation\"). \r\n\r\nIn the second segment of the program, we welcome Jim Ashley, owner-operator of Blue Gold Title Research, friend, longtime listener, and inaugural sponsor of the show. Jim discusses the nature of his business, the upcoming West Virginia football game against Oklahoma on Black Friday, and his recent international travels before offering his feedback on Apex Live presenting his own Top 5 Desert Island Women list. \r\n\r\nAll this and more is prominently featured in episode 17 of the podcast. Let us all give thanks for friends, family, faith, and Apex Live. #GoldustJohnson #FelineAIDS #WatchYourSix #ESK","date_published":"2018-11-21T23:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/ab516c55-32ae-478d-8c5d-f0b31fee925e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":53033586,"duration_in_seconds":6629}]},{"id":"cc7577d1-194d-4dc9-b2b4-228350705f50","title":"Apex Live Highlight - Special Podcast Announcement","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/bgtr","content_text":"It's a very special announcement for Apex Live. Big news for the future of the show!Special Guest: Jim Ashley.","content_html":"It's a very special announcement for Apex Live. Big news for the future of the show!
Special Guest: Jim Ashley.
","summary":"It's a very special announcement for Apex Live. Big news for the future of the show!","date_published":"2018-10-22T14:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/cc7577d1-194d-4dc9-b2b4-228350705f50.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":823170,"duration_in_seconds":34}]},{"id":"17169a2c-2676-4a60-a40d-de9cf7c4bc2b","title":"Apex Live 016 - Birdshot is the Best","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/16","content_text":"In the cold open, we find out from Steve that Stephanie lost a bet with some serious consequences. Steve recaps his California adventure, which did not include visits to Slab City or Skid Row. The rural life is better than metros; violence, the insanity, you all can have it. We'll take the slow-paced suburban or rural life over tourist cities and metros any day. There is a correlation between the city making all of the mainstream entertainment being the same city that makes all the porn. The ignorance and stupidity of going to the beach and eating at Long John Silver's. However, Captain D's lobster rolls are unapologetically amazing. Justin Novaria chimes in with his \"Talkin' with the TeddyBear\" listener commentary on how modern feminism is destroying our world. In the second half, Steve offered friendly, solicited advice. We have another VIRGINIA TECH UPDATE! The Hokies never disappoint... except when they disappoint themselves and their fans. HBO is out of the boxing business and while that means no more Max Kellerman, it's also the end of a 45-year era. Finally, we revisit the brilliance of Ben Shapiro's reminder that facts don't care about your feelings and make a big show announcement. #WatchYourSix #SocialismKills #HaglerBeatLeonard #MaxKellermanIsAButthole\n\nExit sandman.Final: ND 45 - VT 23.#GoIrish☘️ #NDvsVT pic.twitter.com/mPCgI59e03— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) October 7, 2018Special Guest: Justin Novaria.","content_html":"In the cold open, we find out from Steve that Stephanie lost a bet with some serious consequences. Steve recaps his California adventure, which did not include visits to Slab City or Skid Row. The rural life is better than metros; violence, the insanity, you all can have it. We'll take the slow-paced suburban or rural life over tourist cities and metros any day. There is a correlation between the city making all of the mainstream entertainment being the same city that makes all the porn. The ignorance and stupidity of going to the beach and eating at Long John Silver's. However, Captain D's lobster rolls are unapologetically amazing. Justin Novaria chimes in with his "Talkin' with the TeddyBear" listener commentary on how modern feminism is destroying our world. In the second half, Steve offered friendly, solicited advice. We have another VIRGINIA TECH UPDATE! The Hokies never disappoint... except when they disappoint themselves and their fans. HBO is out of the boxing business and while that means no more Max Kellerman, it's also the end of a 45-year era. Finally, we revisit the brilliance of Ben Shapiro's reminder that facts don't care about your feelings and make a big show announcement. #WatchYourSix #SocialismKills #HaglerBeatLeonard #MaxKellermanIsAButthole
\n\nExit sandman.
— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) October 7, 2018
Final: ND 45 - VT 23.#GoIrish☘️ #NDvsVT pic.twitter.com/mPCgI59e03
Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"In the cold open, we find out from Steve that Stephanie lost a bet with some serious consequences. Steve recaps his California adventure, which did not include visits to Slab City or Skid Row. The rural life is better than metros; violence, the insanity, you all can have it. We'll take the slow-paced suburban or rural life over tourist cities and metros any day. There is a correlation between the city making all of the mainstream entertainment being the same city that makes all the porn. The ignorance and stupidity of going to the beach and eating at Long John Silver's. However, Captain D's lobster rolls are unapologetically amazing. Justin Novaria chimes in with his \"Talkin' with the TeddyBear\" listener commentary on how modern feminism is destroying our world. In the second half, Steve offered friendly, solicited advice. We have another VIRGINIA TECH UPDATE! The Hokies never disappoint... except when they disappoint themselves and their fans. HBO is out of the boxing business and while that means no more Max Kellerman, it's also the end of a 45-year era. Finally, we revisit the brilliance of Ben Shapiro's reminder that facts don't care about your feelings and make a big show announcement. #WatchYourSix #SocialismKills #HaglerBeatLeonard #MaxKellermanIsAButthole","date_published":"2018-10-07T23:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/17169a2c-2676-4a60-a40d-de9cf7c4bc2b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57992861,"duration_in_seconds":7225}]},{"id":"6ee4d98d-b3c8-457f-9482-31c17b39b4f9","title":"Apex Live 015 - A Prevalence of Assholes","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"Steve acts as the temporary West Coast Correspondent while he is in California for work and laments his lack of interaction while in the porn capital of the United States. West Coast Walmarts, technical support, the Labrea Tar Pits, the HOV lane, and Airborne AIDS are all discussed as part of Steve's review. A major show announcement is made before the rematch between Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez is discussed. SPOILER: We hate Max Kellerman. Following the GGG-Canelo II talk, Brad and Steve consider the possibility of Pacquiao-Mayweather II and why we desperately do not need that fight to happen again. Before the break, it's time for another Virginia Tech Update. In this episode, the subject is, again, criminal activity and the Hokies are #2 in the country. Way to go, VPI! After the break, Steve reveals the best place to be homeless before Brad unpacks his hatred of the self-checkout lanes and all of the reasons why, which somehow leads to talk about robot pharmacists, gas prices, why Americans rarely back up their big talk about prices they refuse to pay, Viking funerals, and ICQ. In the teaser of our new correspondents, Steve advocates the creation of the Apex Live Juggies and the purchase of a trampoline. In closing, we remind everyone that socialism kills. #BuckUpAndSayYes #WatchYourSix","content_html":"Steve acts as the temporary West Coast Correspondent while he is in California for work and laments his lack of interaction while in the porn capital of the United States. West Coast Walmarts, technical support, the Labrea Tar Pits, the HOV lane, and Airborne AIDS are all discussed as part of Steve's review. A major show announcement is made before the rematch between Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez is discussed. SPOILER: We hate Max Kellerman. Following the GGG-Canelo II talk, Brad and Steve consider the possibility of Pacquiao-Mayweather II and why we desperately do not need that fight to happen again. Before the break, it's time for another Virginia Tech Update. In this episode, the subject is, again, criminal activity and the Hokies are #2 in the country. Way to go, VPI! After the break, Steve reveals the best place to be homeless before Brad unpacks his hatred of the self-checkout lanes and all of the reasons why, which somehow leads to talk about robot pharmacists, gas prices, why Americans rarely back up their big talk about prices they refuse to pay, Viking funerals, and ICQ. In the teaser of our new correspondents, Steve advocates the creation of the Apex Live Juggies and the purchase of a trampoline. In closing, we remind everyone that socialism kills. #BuckUpAndSayYes #WatchYourSix
","summary":"Steve acts as the temporary West Coast Correspondent while he is in California for work and laments his lack of interaction while in the porn capital of the United States. West Coast Walmarts, technical support, the Labrea Tar Pits, the HOV lane, and Airborne AIDS are all discussed as part of Steve's review. A major show announcement is made before the rematch between Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez is discussed. SPOILER: We hate Max Kellerman. Following the GGG-Canelo II talk, Brad and Steve consider the possibility of Pacquiao-Mayweather II and why we desperately do not need that fight to happen again. Before the break, it's time for another Virginia Tech Update. In this episode, the subject is, again, criminal activity and the Hokies are #2 in the country. Way to go, VPI! After the break, Steve reveals the best place to be homeless before Brad unpacks his hatred of the self-checkout lanes and all of the reasons why, which somehow leads to talk about robot pharmacists, gas prices, why Americans rarely back up their big talk about prices they refuse to pay, Viking funerals, and ICQ. In the teaser of our new correspondents, Steve advocates the creation of the Apex Live Juggies and the purchase of a trampoline. In closing, we remind everyone that socialism kills. #BuckUpAndSayYes #WatchYourSix\r\n","date_published":"2018-09-20T17:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/6ee4d98d-b3c8-457f-9482-31c17b39b4f9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":55688033,"duration_in_seconds":6907}]},{"id":"72c51c4e-eeda-4899-b19b-8737af3dca15","title":"Apex Live Highlight - Brad Answers Steve's Third Question (Episode 014)","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/highlight-brad-question3","content_text":"From episode 014, Steve gets to ask Brad anything on his birthday and the third question brings about a lengthy and emotional response.","content_html":"From episode 014, Steve gets to ask Brad anything on his birthday and the third question brings about a lengthy and emotional response.
","summary":"From episode 014, Steve gets to ask Brad anything on his birthday and the third question brings about a lengthy and emotional response.","date_published":"2018-07-31T00:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/72c51c4e-eeda-4899-b19b-8737af3dca15.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":23171437,"duration_in_seconds":944}]},{"id":"68ba37bb-92b1-49d5-9f98-928442ca0818","title":"Apex Live 014 - The Art of Jerkery ","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"We get off to a fast start in the hot mic pre-show as the ultimate Eric Slocum story is recounted, a Knight Rider ringtone introduces the desire to ride adult big wheels, and we bring up the Mandela Effect and the Sinbad movie that apparently never existed. It's Brad's birthday on the day of recording, the episode is presented entirely free of show notes, and the Phoenix is rising. Brad is in need of good things, Steve is looking for a new job in his current field while addressing the annoying trendiness of his son. In the most unbelievable moment in podcast history, Steve says that he does not punch hard anymore, and then discusses his new TV show to binge watch: Breaking Bad. We lament the premature ending of Jericho, talk about the best original shows that USA Network has produced, and name drop two '90s classics: Parker Lewis Can't Lose and American Gladiators. To close the first half of the show, we talk the ideology of Superman, Batman, and other characters in the modern world, before Steve veers into the area of massage parlors.\n\nIn the second half of the show, Steve has the opportunity to ask Brad anything on his birthday. The questions, and the emotional answers, are not to be missed.\n\nApexLive #NotAProblem #Believe #WatchYourSix","content_html":"We get off to a fast start in the hot mic pre-show as the ultimate Eric Slocum story is recounted, a Knight Rider ringtone introduces the desire to ride adult big wheels, and we bring up the Mandela Effect and the Sinbad movie that apparently never existed. It's Brad's birthday on the day of recording, the episode is presented entirely free of show notes, and the Phoenix is rising. Brad is in need of good things, Steve is looking for a new job in his current field while addressing the annoying trendiness of his son. In the most unbelievable moment in podcast history, Steve says that he does not punch hard anymore, and then discusses his new TV show to binge watch: Breaking Bad. We lament the premature ending of Jericho, talk about the best original shows that USA Network has produced, and name drop two '90s classics: Parker Lewis Can't Lose and American Gladiators. To close the first half of the show, we talk the ideology of Superman, Batman, and other characters in the modern world, before Steve veers into the area of massage parlors.
\n\nIn the second half of the show, Steve has the opportunity to ask Brad anything on his birthday. The questions, and the emotional answers, are not to be missed.
\n\nFrom episode 013, Brad and Steve present their Top 5 Desert Island Women.
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Special Guest: Jacob Morris.
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Special Guests: Dave Markert, Jacob Morris, and Justin Novaria.
","summary":"From episode 013, Brad offers a final note of thanks to the members of his inner circle who have kept him on his feet during a recent time of personal crisis.","date_published":"2018-07-23T22:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/c3b4cb63-5835-4cdf-b8e1-9d28ebff1ceb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":8766938,"duration_in_seconds":343}]},{"id":"4d0b8ac1-4f7a-48d8-a84c-15342dceaf36","title":"Apex Live 013 - Mike Davis Ain't Runnin'","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"Jake Morris, a founding member of Apex Combat and member of the inner circle, sits in for the first half of the show because Steve is stuck an hour away for work. In what amounts to two episodes in one, our longest show yet hits the ground running as Brad and Jake discuss bums, their schedule and drinking habits, and how the word can pertain to both the financially disadvantaged and opponents in the world of boxing that refuse to run. Brad briefly addresses the unintentional hiatus for the show in recent weeks, speaking openly about the adverse effects but without naming names. Continuing in the sports heavy first half of the program, Brad and Jake preview and discuss the 2018 West Virginia football season, rant about the stupidity of the current playoff system, ridicule Pitt and Virginia Tech, revisit the worst possible memory for Pittsburgh Pirates fans and one of the best in the history of the Atlanta Braves, and share some of their best stories from section 103 at Mountaineer Field. Steve is back in the studio for the second half of the episode, and he has had enough of bad days of work in a certain local area. He has also had enough of work in general, and does not hesitate to air his grievances. Dave Markert is called out for bleaching his hair and Steve discusses his recent family vacation to what he calls Hillbilly Heaven in Tennessee. Brad makes an official book announcement for 2019, and the perils of social media, greed, and the materialistic mindset are talked about in context of decision-making and the influence that we have on people whether we intend to or not. Steve compares being intubated for surgery to deep-throating in the most intimate sense, the words \"Date Rape Dessert\" make an appearance and the reason why is inexplicable, and acronyms for someone's name are presented despite neither host having any involvement. In the final segment, Steve vents his frustration with the FDA and their intrusion upon almond milk, Brad and Steve present their Top 5 Desert Island Women lists, and Brad closes the show with a thank you note for his inner circle. This is not one to be missed, no matter who you are. #WatchYourSixSpecial Guest: Jacob Morris.","content_html":"Jake Morris, a founding member of Apex Combat and member of the inner circle, sits in for the first half of the show because Steve is stuck an hour away for work. In what amounts to two episodes in one, our longest show yet hits the ground running as Brad and Jake discuss bums, their schedule and drinking habits, and how the word can pertain to both the financially disadvantaged and opponents in the world of boxing that refuse to run. Brad briefly addresses the unintentional hiatus for the show in recent weeks, speaking openly about the adverse effects but without naming names. Continuing in the sports heavy first half of the program, Brad and Jake preview and discuss the 2018 West Virginia football season, rant about the stupidity of the current playoff system, ridicule Pitt and Virginia Tech, revisit the worst possible memory for Pittsburgh Pirates fans and one of the best in the history of the Atlanta Braves, and share some of their best stories from section 103 at Mountaineer Field. Steve is back in the studio for the second half of the episode, and he has had enough of bad days of work in a certain local area. He has also had enough of work in general, and does not hesitate to air his grievances. Dave Markert is called out for bleaching his hair and Steve discusses his recent family vacation to what he calls Hillbilly Heaven in Tennessee. Brad makes an official book announcement for 2019, and the perils of social media, greed, and the materialistic mindset are talked about in context of decision-making and the influence that we have on people whether we intend to or not. Steve compares being intubated for surgery to deep-throating in the most intimate sense, the words "Date Rape Dessert" make an appearance and the reason why is inexplicable, and acronyms for someone's name are presented despite neither host having any involvement. In the final segment, Steve vents his frustration with the FDA and their intrusion upon almond milk, Brad and Steve present their Top 5 Desert Island Women lists, and Brad closes the show with a thank you note for his inner circle. This is not one to be missed, no matter who you are. #WatchYourSix
Special Guest: Jacob Morris.
","summary":"Jake Morris, a founding member of Apex Combat and member of the inner circle, sits in for the first half of the show because Steve is stuck an hour away for work. In what amounts to two episodes in one, our longest show yet hits the ground running as Brad and Jake discuss bums, their schedule and drinking habits, and how the word can pertain to both the financially disadvantaged and opponents in the world of boxing that refuse to run. Brad briefly addresses the unintentional hiatus for the show in recent weeks, speaking openly about the adverse effects but without naming names. Continuing in the sports heavy first half of the program, Brad and Jake preview and discuss the 2018 West Virginia football season, rant about the stupidity of the current playoff system, ridicule Pitt and Virginia Tech, revisit the worst possible memory for Pittsburgh Pirates fans and one of the best in the history of the Atlanta Braves, and share some of their best stories from section 103 at Mountaineer Field. Steve is back in the studio for the second half of the episode, and he has had enough of bad days of work in a certain local area. He has also had enough of work in general, and does not hesitate to air his grievances. Dave Markert is called out for bleaching his hair and Steve discusses his recent family vacation to what he calls Hillbilly Heaven in Tennessee. Brad makes an official book announcement for 2019, and the perils of social media, greed, and the materialistic mindset are talked about in context of decision-making and the influence that we have on people whether we intend to or not. Steve compares being intubated for surgery to deep-throating in the most intimate sense, the words \"Date Rape Dessert\" make an appearance and the reason why is inexplicable, and acronyms for someone's name are presented despite neither host having any involvement. In the final segment, Steve vents his frustration with the FDA and their intrusion upon almond milk, Brad and Steve present their Top 5 Desert Island Women lists, and Brad closes the show with a thank you note for his inner circle. 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The presidential pardon of former world heavyweight champion Jack Johnson is covered, and then we explore the details of Video Game Teabagging because apparently that's a thing. Steve's girl Stephanie chimes in on playing PUBG, we learn things about Steve's mom, and we address the ridiculous tweet from a Canadian woman who thinks Father's Day should be banned because it's somehow insulting to single moms and same-sex couples. Adalaide Byrd and her GGG-Canelo scorecards, and the metric system round out the first half.\n\nIn the second half of the program, we have a vegan update just for Steve. Impromptu Forrest Gump jokes show up for no reason before we learn about how Steve and Stephanie met. In an interesting aside, Steve dances from time to time and is tired of slaying hoes. We learn new things all the time. We hear two words put together that have likely never before been used as a term, and offer another friendly disclaimer about the importance of phrasing. Several different Steves appear, including his aliases Juan Margarita and Bret Stevenson, and we review feedback from a listener overseas before discussing a guest or two that we would enjoy putting On the Spot soon. Finally, we postulate that a famous sportscaster is still out there biting hookers and try to close the show on a positive note.\n\nTune in for our most relaxed episode yet!Special Guest: Steve's ex, Stephanie.","content_html":"In the hot mic pre-show, a new slang term is announced that is not yet listed on Urban Dictionary but will be soon, Steve breaks out more old English for no reason, and the word "merkin" is mentioned for the first time ever as Steve continues his burgeoning second career as a Foley artist. The show begins with a discussion of eating crickets, hating celebrities and athletes, and Steve decides that he wants a shirt that says "Cuckold the World". The presidential pardon of former world heavyweight champion Jack Johnson is covered, and then we explore the details of Video Game Teabagging because apparently that's a thing. Steve's girl Stephanie chimes in on playing PUBG, we learn things about Steve's mom, and we address the ridiculous tweet from a Canadian woman who thinks Father's Day should be banned because it's somehow insulting to single moms and same-sex couples. Adalaide Byrd and her GGG-Canelo scorecards, and the metric system round out the first half.
\n\nIn the second half of the program, we have a vegan update just for Steve. Impromptu Forrest Gump jokes show up for no reason before we learn about how Steve and Stephanie met. In an interesting aside, Steve dances from time to time and is tired of slaying hoes. We learn new things all the time. We hear two words put together that have likely never before been used as a term, and offer another friendly disclaimer about the importance of phrasing. Several different Steves appear, including his aliases Juan Margarita and Bret Stevenson, and we review feedback from a listener overseas before discussing a guest or two that we would enjoy putting On the Spot soon. Finally, we postulate that a famous sportscaster is still out there biting hookers and try to close the show on a positive note.
\n\nTune in for our most relaxed episode yet!
Special Guest: Steve's ex, Stephanie.
","summary":"In the hot mic pre-show, a new slang term is announced that is not yet listed on Urban Dictionary but will be soon, Steve breaks out more old English for no reason, and the word \"merkin\" is mentioned for the first time ever as Steve continues his burgeoning second career as a Foley artist. The show begins with a discussion of eating crickets, hating celebrities and athletes, and Steve wants a custom shirt. The presidential pardon of former world heavyweight champion Jack Johnson is covered. Steve's girl Stephanie chimes in on playing PUBG, we learn things about Steve's mom, and we address the ridiculous tweet from a Canadian woman who thinks Father's Day should be banned. \r\n\r\nIn the second half of the program, we learn about how Steve and Stephanie met, hear two words put together that have likely never before been used as a term, and offer another friendly disclaimer about the importance of phrasing. Several different Steves appear, including his aliases Juan Margarita and Bret Stevenson, and we review feedback from a listener overseas before discussing a guest or two that we would enjoy putting On the Spot soon. Finally, we postulate that a famous sportscaster is still out there biting hookers and try to close the show on a positive note.\r\n\r\nTune in for our most relaxed episode yet!","date_published":"2018-06-02T22:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/41771008-5af1-4fd6-a47c-efb49ec4964c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":52824733,"duration_in_seconds":6549}]},{"id":"feb7d2ee-5163-4a09-a0a5-4a96a0f0f322","title":"Apex Live Highlight - On the Spot with Justin Novaria","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/highlight-novaria-ots","content_text":"Professional boxer and friend of the show Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins episode 011 of Apex Live as the inaugural guest for our new On the Spot interview segment. Listen as Justin discusses his amateur and professional boxing career to this point and answers questions about life in general.\n\nJustin Novaria KO 1 Jason Harbin\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 2 Pearl Dotson\n\n\n\n(Video courtesy of Jerry Davis)\n\nJustin Novaria robbed vs. Sean Conway\n\nSpecial Guest: Justin Novaria.","content_html":"Professional boxer and friend of the show Justin "TeddyBear" Novaria joins episode 011 of Apex Live as the inaugural guest for our new On the Spot interview segment. Listen as Justin discusses his amateur and professional boxing career to this point and answers questions about life in general.
\n\nJustin Novaria KO 1 Jason Harbin
\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 2 Pearl Dotson
\n\n\n\n(Video courtesy of Jerry Davis)
\n\nJustin Novaria robbed vs. Sean Conway
\n\nSpecial Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"Professional boxer and friend of the show Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins episode 011 of Apex Live as the inaugural guest for our new On the Spot interview segment. Listen as Justin discusses his amateur and professional boxing career to this point and answers questions about life in general.","date_published":"2018-05-19T00:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/feb7d2ee-5163-4a09-a0a5-4a96a0f0f322.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":33251455,"duration_in_seconds":4092}]},{"id":"4b63f122-c88f-46c2-85fc-fea86d5e2561","title":"Apex Live 011 - The Toughest Bar Fighter at the Nursing Home","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"\"Raise my seed. It will hate you!\" Steve says as part of his desire to cuckold people that he doesn't like. Sadly, the context is not airable but the show starts quickly. Work complaints give way to references to the Thompson Twins, Tears for Fears, lamenting that we grew up a decade too late, and ridiculing Jake Gylenhaal's resume. We hate the Kardashians and the cultural plague that they represent, and the anger results in a literal power outage near our studio. Family grievances are aired, the latest school shooting is addressed, and we throw shade at big pharma. Before the segment break, we pay tribute to a radio legend who retired in March, during our hiatus, after five decades on the air. \n\nIn the second segment, we welcome Justin Novaria back to the program to discuss recent events in the world of boxing before he settles in to be the first guest in our On the Spot feature. You don't want to miss Justin's interview as he recounts some of the most important moments of his professional boxing career and discusses his views on life in general.\n\nImus in the Morning - \"The Whittaker Chambers Incident\" (1997)\n\n\n\nImus in the Morning - Charles McCord Meltdown (2006)\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 1 Jason Harbin\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 2 Pearl Dotson\n\n\n\n(Video courtesy of Jerry Davis)Special Guest: Justin Novaria.","content_html":""Raise my seed. It will hate you!" Steve says as part of his desire to cuckold people that he doesn't like. Sadly, the context is not airable but the show starts quickly. Work complaints give way to references to the Thompson Twins, Tears for Fears, lamenting that we grew up a decade too late, and ridiculing Jake Gylenhaal's resume. We hate the Kardashians and the cultural plague that they represent, and the anger results in a literal power outage near our studio. Family grievances are aired, the latest school shooting is addressed, and we throw shade at big pharma. Before the segment break, we pay tribute to a radio legend who retired in March, during our hiatus, after five decades on the air.
\n\nIn the second segment, we welcome Justin Novaria back to the program to discuss recent events in the world of boxing before he settles in to be the first guest in our On the Spot feature. You don't want to miss Justin's interview as he recounts some of the most important moments of his professional boxing career and discusses his views on life in general.
\n\nImus in the Morning - "The Whittaker Chambers Incident" (1997)
\n\n\n\nImus in the Morning - Charles McCord Meltdown (2006)
\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 1 Jason Harbin
\n\n\n\nJustin Novaria KO 2 Pearl Dotson
\n\n\n\n(Video courtesy of Jerry Davis)
Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"\"Raise my seed. It will hate you!\" Steve says as part of his desire to cuckold people that he doesn't like. Sadly, the context is not airable but the show starts quickly. Work complaints give way to references to lamenting that we grew up a decade too late. We hate the Kardashians and the cultural plague that they represent, and the anger results in a literal power outage near our studio. Family grievances are aired, the latest school shooting is addressed, and we throw shade at big pharma. Before the segment break, we pay tribute to a radio legend who retired in March, during our hiatus, after five decades on the air. In the second segment, we welcome Justin Novaria back to the program to discuss recent events in the world of boxing before he settles in to be the first guest in our On the Spot feature. You don't want to miss Justin's interview as he recounts some of the most important moments of his professional boxing career and discusses his views on life in general.","date_published":"2018-05-18T23:45:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/4b63f122-c88f-46c2-85fc-fea86d5e2561.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":69577169,"duration_in_seconds":8646}]},{"id":"815a3d35-0419-413d-969e-ae483193c2e1","title":"Apex Live 010 - Mushroom in the Middle","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"We're (finally) back with our first episode of 2018! Before the show, we look at some of the classes that should be offered at Steve U, praise the everlasting brilliance of '80 pop culture (listen for the unexpected Mr. Belvedere reference), cheer on the Israelis as they carry out military action in Syria, and look at stupid memes while telling horrible jokes. Once the show begins we wish the listeners a severely belated Happy New Year, drop in another critique of the Varsity Blues barbecue scene that somehow leads to a discussion about Bill Paxton, Randy Travis, and country music in the 1980s. Our lengthy hiatus is discussed and explained, and our discussion of egomania, megalomania, and politicians is rudely interrupted by a message from Dave Markert... leading to an unplanned ambush interview. After the break, Steve plays with an ancient whistle and discusses his oldest son's baseball acumen and proper grenade-tossing technique. From there, the discussion turns to the military action in the Middle East against Iran, the simplest implications of President Trump's decision to de-certify the Iran nuclear deal, and the possible prophetic significance of current events. Then it's time for another Virginia Tech update, talking about an event involving the women's lacrosse team and a postgame celebration video that landed VT on the national headlines for all the wrong reasons. Finally, we discuss \"On the Spot\", a new interview segment that will be featured on future episodes of the podcast, and highlight the importance of finding common ground. We're back to it, and we'll talk again soon.\n\n\n\nMusic:\nIntro: \"End of Summer\" by The 126ers\nRejoin: \"Cielo\" by Huma-Huma\nOutro: \"The Coldest Shoulder\" by The 126ersSpecial Guest: Dave Markert.","content_html":"We're (finally) back with our first episode of 2018! Before the show, we look at some of the classes that should be offered at Steve U, praise the everlasting brilliance of '80 pop culture (listen for the unexpected Mr. Belvedere reference), cheer on the Israelis as they carry out military action in Syria, and look at stupid memes while telling horrible jokes. Once the show begins we wish the listeners a severely belated Happy New Year, drop in another critique of the Varsity Blues barbecue scene that somehow leads to a discussion about Bill Paxton, Randy Travis, and country music in the 1980s. Our lengthy hiatus is discussed and explained, and our discussion of egomania, megalomania, and politicians is rudely interrupted by a message from Dave Markert... leading to an unplanned ambush interview. After the break, Steve plays with an ancient whistle and discusses his oldest son's baseball acumen and proper grenade-tossing technique. From there, the discussion turns to the military action in the Middle East against Iran, the simplest implications of President Trump's decision to de-certify the Iran nuclear deal, and the possible prophetic significance of current events. Then it's time for another Virginia Tech update, talking about an event involving the women's lacrosse team and a postgame celebration video that landed VT on the national headlines for all the wrong reasons. Finally, we discuss "On the Spot", a new interview segment that will be featured on future episodes of the podcast, and highlight the importance of finding common ground. We're back to it, and we'll talk again soon.
\n\n![\"Baseballs](\"https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bz6bP_eIQAA_ojI.png\" "\\"Baseballs")
Music:
\nIntro: "End of Summer" by The 126ers
\nRejoin: "Cielo" by Huma-Huma
\nOutro: "The Coldest Shoulder" by The 126ers
Special Guest: Dave Markert.
","summary":"We're (finally) back with our first episode of 2018! Once the show begins we wish the listeners a severely belated Happy New Year, drop in another critique of the Varsity Blues barbecue scene that somehow leads to a discussion about Bill Paxton, Randy Travis, and country music in the 1980s. Our lengthy hiatus is discussed and explained, and our discussion of egomania, megalomania, and politicians is rudely interrupted by a message from Dave Markert... leading to an unplanned ambush interview. Stay tuned for a Virginia Tech update, proper grenade-tossing technique, and the introduction of a new segment of the program and highlight the importance of finding common ground. We're back to it, and we'll talk again soon.","date_published":"2018-05-09T23:15:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/815a3d35-0419-413d-969e-ae483193c2e1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":37077503,"duration_in_seconds":4584}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/372012221","title":"Apex Live Highlight - Justin Novaria Interview (Episode 009)","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/highlight-novaria-interview","content_text":"Professional boxer Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins episode 009 of Apex Live to discuss news and results in professional boxing and ridiculous incidents at local-level boxing events in the recent past.Special Guest: Justin Novaria.","content_html":"Professional boxer Justin "TeddyBear" Novaria joins episode 009 of Apex Live to discuss news and results in professional boxing and ridiculous incidents at local-level boxing events in the recent past.
Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"Professional boxer Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins episode 009 of Apex Live to discuss news and results in professional boxing and ridiculous incidents at local-level boxing events in the recent past.","date_published":"2017-12-15T23:45:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/b27a2c3f-b9a9-44b1-a2dd-75379cd6673c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":29809470,"duration_in_seconds":3664}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/370569959","title":"Apex Live 009 - I Missed Bake Day for This","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"Before the start of the show, Steve finds out that Teddy Pendergrass is dead and discusses a work-related venture into Virginia. Brad and Steve talk about not missing the NFL during the 2017 season, why you should never shine a black light on the wall of a Hokie, why Auburn losing is good for everyone, why some colleges are a bad fit in their conference, and the history of great coaches from West Virginia. Steve's new diet and boxing plans for the immediate future are announced, leading into a discussion about the pros and cons of fad diets and artificial foods. On a sad note, we say a temporary farewell to Ronnie, a member of the Apex Combat fight family that is being forced to relocate for work. On a happier note, we justify starting a GoFundMe account for the four-year-old from Harrison County, West Virginia that was reprimanded in his Pre-K class for chanting \"Eat Shit Pitt\" during snack time and fondly remember the days of carefree youth. Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins the show in the second segment to discuss Miguel Cotto vs. Sadam Ali and Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux. Also, stories are told about the arrogance, incompetence, and outright corruption of boxing commissions, and we look ahead to the WBO Middleweight Championship fight between Billy Joe Saunders and David Lemieux. There's even more... but you'll just have to listen. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #ApexLive #WatchYourSix #DontBlackLightAHokieWall\n\nMusic:\nIntro: \"End of Summer\" by The 126ers\nRejoin: \"Cielo\" by Huma-Huma\nOutro: \"The Coldest Shoulder\" by The 126ers\n\nSpecial Guest: Justin Novaria.","content_html":"Before the start of the show, Steve finds out that Teddy Pendergrass is dead and discusses a work-related venture into Virginia. Brad and Steve talk about not missing the NFL during the 2017 season, why you should never shine a black light on the wall of a Hokie, why Auburn losing is good for everyone, why some colleges are a bad fit in their conference, and the history of great coaches from West Virginia. Steve's new diet and boxing plans for the immediate future are announced, leading into a discussion about the pros and cons of fad diets and artificial foods. On a sad note, we say a temporary farewell to Ronnie, a member of the Apex Combat fight family that is being forced to relocate for work. On a happier note, we justify starting a GoFundMe account for the four-year-old from Harrison County, West Virginia that was reprimanded in his Pre-K class for chanting "Eat Shit Pitt" during snack time and fondly remember the days of carefree youth. Justin "TeddyBear" Novaria joins the show in the second segment to discuss Miguel Cotto vs. Sadam Ali and Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux. Also, stories are told about the arrogance, incompetence, and outright corruption of boxing commissions, and we look ahead to the WBO Middleweight Championship fight between Billy Joe Saunders and David Lemieux. There's even more... but you'll just have to listen. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #ApexLive #WatchYourSix #DontBlackLightAHokieWall
\n\nMusic:
\nIntro: "End of Summer" by The 126ers
\nRejoin: "Cielo" by Huma-Huma
\nOutro: "The Coldest Shoulder" by The 126ers
Special Guest: Justin Novaria.
","summary":"Before the start of the show, Steve finds out that Teddy Pendergrass is dead and discusses a work-related venture into Virginia. Brad and Steve talk about not missing the NFL during the 2017 season, why you should never shine a black light on the wall of a Hokie, why Auburn losing is good for everyone, why some colleges are a bad fit in their conference, and the history of great coaches from West Virginia. Steve's new diet and boxing plans for the immediate future are announced, leading into a discussion about the pros and cons of fad diets and artificial foods. On a sad note, we say a temporary farewell to Ronnie, a member of the Apex Combat fight family that is being forced to relocate for work. On a happier note, we justify starting a GoFundMe account for the four-year-old from Harrison County, West Virginia that was reprimanded in his Pre-K class for chanting \"Eat Shit Pitt\" during snack time and fondly remember the days of carefree youth. Justin \"TeddyBear\" Novaria joins the show in the second segment to discuss Miguel Cotto vs. Sadam Ali and Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux. Also, stories are told about the arrogance, incompetence, and outright corruption of boxing commissions, and we look ahead to the WBO Middleweight Championship fight between Billy Joe Saunders and David Lemieux. There's even more... but you'll just have to listen. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #ApexLive #WatchYourSix #DontBlackLightAHokieWall","date_published":"2017-12-15T22:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/9cff444f-9380-41ab-b610-12a24015dee6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57734084,"duration_in_seconds":7166}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/363650987","title":"Apex Live 008 - We're Schizophrenics, I Think","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"We're back! On episode 8, we recommit ourselves to the general dislike of people at-large. Brad and Steve discuss Justice League, Gal Gadot, the Deschanel sisters, and Steve's possible dietary changes. Brad talks participating in Intellivision day and an upcoming interview on an Intellivision-related podcast, and the beginning of the journey of writing the next book. The second half of the show highlights everything from the death penalty to reminiscence about John Garabedian's Open House Party to Fast Times at Ridgemont High and A Night at the Roxbury. We give thanks for what matters, toss aside what does not, throw shade at Virginia Tech and fake holidays, give a nod to Boise State and their blue field, and talk about Steve's kids. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #WatchYourSix #ApexLive","content_html":"We're back! On episode 8, we recommit ourselves to the general dislike of people at-large. Brad and Steve discuss Justice League, Gal Gadot, the Deschanel sisters, and Steve's possible dietary changes. Brad talks participating in Intellivision day and an upcoming interview on an Intellivision-related podcast, and the beginning of the journey of writing the next book. The second half of the show highlights everything from the death penalty to reminiscence about John Garabedian's Open House Party to Fast Times at Ridgemont High and A Night at the Roxbury. We give thanks for what matters, toss aside what does not, throw shade at Virginia Tech and fake holidays, give a nod to Boise State and their blue field, and talk about Steve's kids. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #WatchYourSix #ApexLive
","summary":"We're back! On episode 8, we recommit ourselves to the general dislike of people at-large. Brad and Steve discuss Justice League, Gal Gadot, the Deschanel sisters, and Steve's possible dietary changes. Brad talks participating in Intellivision day and an upcoming interview on an Intellivision-related podcast, and the beginning of the journey of writing the next book. The second half of the show highlights everything from the death penalty to reminiscence about John Garabedian's Open House Party to Fast Times at Ridgemont High and A Night at the Roxbury. We give thanks for what matters, toss aside what does not, throw shade at Virginia Tech and fake holidays, give a nod to Boise State and their blue field, and talk about Steve's kids. Like it. Share it. Tell your friends. #WatchYourSix #ApexLive","date_published":"2017-11-26T21:00:00.000-05:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/5d424870-9321-4702-ba92-ebd961431ff2.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":45939017,"duration_in_seconds":5692}]},{"id":"c2dc0ed0-5b5e-418f-b183-eb1dfdd2c586","title":"Apex Live 007 - Statewide Swear Jar","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/7","content_text":"In the hot mic pre-show content, Steve discusses work annoyances, the Penn State scandal, the overall pathetic nature of the NCAA, and whores. Steve hates Savage Garden, Brad recaps the experience of West Virginia's comeback win over Texas Tech, and Steve has to run outside to turn off his headlights before returning to discuss dictators. Brad makes a book announcement, a discussion of Joel Osteen and Benny Hinn breaks out, and Steve reveals his secret desire to write a screenplay. The episodic discussion of retro gaming leads to teasing the appearance of the show's official black ambassador and why most film adaptations of novels are dreadful before the introduction of a brand new fake controversy. Our Georgia Correspondent, and Brad's girlfriend, Ashley chimes in with her first commentary and it is not to be missed. A story involving mixtapes at the mall reveals Steve's love of Rashida Jones and the hidden motivation for every invention in history. Also, a brief look at the libertarian tax model in light of the Cruz-Sanders debate on CNN, the Top 5 '90s One-Hit Wonder Songs, and more. #ApexLive #SuperMario3IsRacist\n\n\n\n","content_html":"In the hot mic pre-show content, Steve discusses work annoyances, the Penn State scandal, the overall pathetic nature of the NCAA, and whores. Steve hates Savage Garden, Brad recaps the experience of West Virginia's comeback win over Texas Tech, and Steve has to run outside to turn off his headlights before returning to discuss dictators. Brad makes a book announcement, a discussion of Joel Osteen and Benny Hinn breaks out, and Steve reveals his secret desire to write a screenplay. The episodic discussion of retro gaming leads to teasing the appearance of the show's official black ambassador and why most film adaptations of novels are dreadful before the introduction of a brand new fake controversy. Our Georgia Correspondent, and Brad's girlfriend, Ashley chimes in with her first commentary and it is not to be missed. A story involving mixtapes at the mall reveals Steve's love of Rashida Jones and the hidden motivation for every invention in history. Also, a brief look at the libertarian tax model in light of the Cruz-Sanders debate on CNN, the Top 5 '90s One-Hit Wonder Songs, and more. #ApexLive #SuperMario3IsRacist
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Brad and Steve discuss the 90s cult classic, "Varsity Blues", and determine the worst acting performance in the film.
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","summary":"The Boondock Saints, Vegeta, Natural Born Killers, and The Chase, and people we don't like are mentioned in the nine minutes of hot mic content before the show open. In the first segment of the show, Brad and Steve discuss the necessity of basic hygiene, moderation, and food-related television. Brad discusses losing his brakes on a steep hill, being best man at a wedding, public speaking, and social anxiety. A mention of the new Justice League trailer devolves into a discussion of Aquaman, midgets, the Rule of Five, choosing the lead actor in a potential biographical film of Richard Simmons, and J. Edgar Hoover. Also, the physical fitness of the members of Hydra, why the casting of Varsity Blues was less than stellar, horrible jokes about an NBA legend, Jason Statham, hating the Minnesota Twins and the Washington Nationals, and terrible local television commercials. The retro gaming update covers the fighting and price gouging over the SNES Classic and the disappointment of the Genesis Flashback. Before the break, it's listener-submitted Desert Island Dinner lists, Dave's failure to break the nugget record, KungFuSpaceman reaching affiliate status on Twitch, losing more potential sponsors, and lost Jackie Chan films. The second half features a discussion of the Las Vegas shooting at the beginning of October, the political aftermath, the danger of mislabeling the issues in question, the absurdity of believing that more laws will have any effect on the most evil of criminals, conspiracy theories, the strawman arguments that inevitably arise in the wake of such events, Alex Jones, and the continuous nonsense about the Russians. It's the longest show to date but it never slows down. It's episode 006 of Apex Live! #MakeSenseCommonAgain","date_published":"2017-10-10T22:30:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/0280b798-be47-4758-9e59-c1024395a0ea/0d31d1ca-95a1-4395-8736-57db410914f6.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":65539378,"duration_in_seconds":8191}]},{"id":"tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/372186878","title":"Apex Live Highlight - Old Video Games, Joust, Swordfighting, and Urban Dictionary (Episode 005)","url":"https://apexlive.fireside.fm/highlight-swordfighting","content_text":"Brad, Steve, and guests Dave and Tammy Markert talk classic video games before the discussion devolves into something entirely different.Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.","content_html":"Brad, Steve, and guests Dave and Tammy Markert talk classic video games before the discussion devolves into something entirely different.
Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.
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Special Guests: Dave Markert, Eric Slocum, and Tammy Markert.
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Special Guests: Andrew Floyd and Dave Markert.
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Special Guest: Dave Markert.
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Special Guests: Dave Markert and Tammy Markert.
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