Austin Carpenter of Bad Fashion joins us to discuss the freedom of creating music on his own and the thrill of mixing music styles that span decades. Then, Lenny the Night Custodian freaks us out by telling us about his experiences with ghosts of the past and the future. Also, we stage a debate deciding which are the best of the worst fashion trends in history!

Credits: Austin Carpenter, Ray Duprey

Attributions: "Dreamin' Up Ways" by Bad Fashion "Drag Me Down" by Bad Fashion

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Director of The Detroit Musical, Shawn Handlon, joins us on the show to discuss how the show has changed throughout its several iterations, and to break down his history with improv and Planet Ant! Then, full-time mommy, Trisha Oshinsky stops in to discuss the difficulties of being a stay-at-home mother, and tells us about her favorite commercials! Also, we share a glimpse into a taste testing at Richard's Farms!

Credits: Shawn Handlon, Caitlyn Shea

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"Richard's Farm” Credits: Performed by: Lauren Duprey, Ray Duprey, Michael Duprey Audio Attributions: "Bozza, Duettino for Two Bassoons" by Grossman, Ewell, Grainger via FreeMusicArchive.org "Meat Drop.wav" by GreenFireSound via Freesound.org

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Writer and co-star of the Planet Ant Original Comedy "Glamway", Ellen Stachowicz joins us to discuss pyramid schemes and learning to let go and let others help her bring the vision of her show to life. Then, unemployed man Sam Derricks joins us on the show to passionately explain his love for McDonald's breakfast. Also, we play the game "What's the Point? Which is the Real Pyramid Scheme?!"

Credits: Ellen Stachowicz, Alex Raskovich

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Singer-songwriter Luckey June joins us on the show to discuss working on a new album and their journey with music! Then, Milwaukee's Number 2 Tarot Card reader Ritanya gives both Michael and Luckey a tarot card reading! Also, another Billy's Bucket List! Finally, we debut the game "Wikipedia on Shuffle!"

Credits: Luckey June, Jessica Cooper

Attributions: "Shoot Straight" by Luckey June "Change My Luck" by Luckey June

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Electro Folk Musician Gregory Mulkern aka Banjolectric joins us on the show to discuss touring in Europe and to perform some songs live in the studio! Then, YouTube Beauty vlogger Iam Influencer addresses the controversy of her make-up causing health issues for consumers! Also, we play the game "It's Not Sinatra or Madonna - What is That Obscure Music Genre?!" Finally, we give a peek into what it's like for Cedar Point executives to come up with new rides.

Credits: Gregory Mulkern, Heather Sejnow

Attributions: "Mentiras" by Banjolectric "Pope Lick Road" by Banjolectric "Rampi Rampi" by Banjolectric

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"Cedar Point Board Room” Credits: Performed by:Lauren Duprey, Ray Duprey, Michael Duprey Audio Attributions: "Disney's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.wav" by InspectorJ via Freesound.org

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Ambient/Post-Rock trio Asklepius join us on the show to discuss their affinity for Greek mythology and creating "music that nourishes the human spirit." Then, Walter Lousy just wants to sleep in his hammock but his rotten neighbor kid won't let him! Also, we all play the game "What's That God Got Going On?!". Finally, we share a PSA of what happens if you let your underwear get out of control.

Credits: Justin Groppuso-Cook, Matt Smiley, Dave Alpern, Alex Bergmans

Attributions: "Jubilation" by Asklepius "Ascension" by Asklepius

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"The Underwear Crisis” Credits: Written By: Lauren Duprey Performed by:Lauren Duprey, Ray Duprey, Michael Duprey Audio Attributions: "War Horn Blast" by jocmusic via Freesound.org "Large Earthquake" by LoafDV via Freesound.org "swarm" by horseyfootage via Freesound.org

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Rock band Tryancareagain join us on the show to discuss their upcoming album and the trolley problem! Then, crooner Dean Linguini makes Michael very uncomfortable with his fixation on feet. We play the game: It it a Beatle Expert or an Ex-Beatle?! And Dinah Jones debuts her new segment "Dinah Jones' Cold Case."

Credits: Nate Tapling, J, Brent Mosser, Connor McNealy, Nick Latimer

Attributions: "City Cop / Cop Dog" by Tryancareagain "Drunk Jam" by Tryancareagain "But, House" by Tryancareagain

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"Dinah Jones Cold Case” Credits: Performed by:Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey, Ray Duprey Audio Attributions: The Contract by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

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Jared Scott Morin, the new Artistic Director of Planet Ant, joins us on the show to discuss their journey with performing arts and their plan for the upcoming theatrical season of Planet Ant. Then, Oval Reddingboxer sets the record straight about whether or not they are a popcorn mogul. Then, another update on Michael's cousin Eddie and on if he will ever find his way home!

Credits: Jared Scott Morin, Lauren Duprey

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“Eddie Update in Orlando” Credits: Performed by: Ray Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey Attributions: “LS34261HK_Playground.mp3" by Kevin Luce via via Freesound.org

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Rock trio AVIVA join us on the show to discuss their debut self-titled album and to play the smash hit game "Is It The Name of a Thoroughbred Racehorse or a Song from the 2005 Billy Idol Album 'Devil's Playground'?" Also, Detective DeVito, who is investigating a grisly murder, has some serious questions for the guests of this episode. Finally, Sebastian Bach's BH1 Rock Cock Docs digs deep into the history of Bruce Springsteen's E. Street Band!

Credits: Frank Albanese, Jason Rho, Paul Jarosz, Adam Bacigal

Attributions: "Cognizant" by AVIVA "Ode to Youth" by AVIVA "Talk to Me" by AVIVA

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"BH1 Rock Cock Docs: The Glock Spot” Credits: Written by: Ray Duprey Performed by: Ray Duprey, Michael Duprey, Lauren Duprey

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Relentlessly active indie improv rock duo Rainbow Room join us on the show to discuss how they have written and released 300 songs in two years, and they create a brand new song, entirely mixed and produced, live during the recording of the episode! Then, serial (cereal?) dom Gillian Madison stops in to discuss how she satisfies some of the world's most beloved mascots. Finally, our friend Billy updates us on the progress of his Bucket List.

Credits: Jheremie Jacque, Bryan Akcasu, Amy Oprean

Attributions: "Georgia Falorgia" by Rainbow Room "Sock Condom" by Rainbow Room "What Cockroaches Mean to Me and How To Eradicate Them" by Rainbow Room "All The Things He Could Hide In His Rectum" by Rainbow Room "The Dangerous Dance by Nelly" by Rainbow Room

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