The Beaucephus Broadcast

Wrestling legend Jake "The Snake" Roberts stops by ahead of Wrestlemania weekend and the kickoff of his "Dirty Details: Tales from the Pit" tour. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from one of professional wrestling's greatest eras. Jake recounts tales including Andre the Giant, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, and an interesting encounter with Ivana and Donald Trump at Wrestlemania IV. Plus, hear more about the road to redemption that led him through conquering addiction, getting back in shape, and being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

This week, dream analyst Jane Teresa Anderson joins the show to discuss why we have dreams and nightmares, and breaks down what some of the most common themes mean. Plus, learn more about my chance and awkward weekend encounter with Smashing Pumpkins frontman, Billy Corgan.

Wrestling journalist Evan Ginzburg discusses his beginnings in covering pro wrestling, working with Darren Aronofsky on the Academy Award nominated “The Wrestler,” and his new documentary “350 Days,” which features some of wrestling's greatest legends sharing stories about the trials, tribulations, and debauchery of life on the road.

Actor and comedian Kevin Farley (brother of the late, great Chris Farley) discusses his unorthodox juggling skills, his podcast from the road, and working on Comedy Central’s Drunk History. Plus, his experiences working with greats like Adam Sandler, Norm MacDonald, and others.

JP Zarka is the founder of ProWrestlingStories.com and one half of the Genius Cast with our friend, Lanny Poffo. We talk about what took JP from Illinois to the UK, his earliest wrestling memories, the surreal nature of becoming friends and communicating regularly with professional wrestlers you grew up watching, and Lanny Poffo’s choice of wardrobe. Plus, Beau looks back on the one-year anniversary of the car crash the broke his back and claimed the life of his first 2004 Buick LeSabre. Hear it all on episode 89 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, Beau is joined by a countdown radio legend as we deliver the top listener-submitted pet peeves on the first listener-powered episode of 2019. Tune in and find out what's grinding the gears of The Beaucephus Broadcast listener base on a star-studded and grating episode of the highest-rated podcast in Quincy, Illinois!

This week, Beau chronicles the sale of his farm, which he's owned for nearly two decades. Plus, tales of insomnia, Instagram stories, grocery shopping, and much more.

This week, a special release celebrates the second anniversary of The Beaucephus Broadcast! Plus, Beau details where he's been and what he's been up to after over a month away from the podcast game. Hear more on a celebratory episode 86 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

Photographer Matt Lambros discusses his passion for capturing one of America's greatest forgotten treasures, the cinemas of yesteryear. Lambros has traveled the world photographing vintage theaters in various states of disrepair as well as those that have been restored to their former glory. Hear the stories behind the venues and his experiences in documenting them. Plus, Beau starts a wedding registry, discovers nacho cheese Quest chips, reveals his two favorite Christmas songs/albums, and much more on episode 85 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

The fallout from binge eating throughout the Thanksgiving holiday catches up to Beau. Mass chaos ensues during Black Friday. And the midwest prepares for an impending blizzard that leads Beau to draw the conclusion that meteorologists and local grocers are working together in a greater weather-driven sales conspiracy. Learn all about it on episode 84 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

Rich Loesing of the Movember Foundation joins me for a conversation about the global movement that uses the power of the mustache to raise awareness and funds for men's health issues each November. Plus, I run down my list of things for which I'm thankful this Thanksgiving, and in keeping with tradition, a playing of my classic Thanksgiving hit, "Gravy."

Beard champion Bill Petersen stops by to talk about competition, beard care and maintenance, and the magical memory of his first beard. Plus, Beau plays his final show with the band, sits in front of the worst person at the theater, and continues the debate as to what kind of facial hair to sport for the remainder of the month.

After the first week of age 30 is in the books, Beau begins to question what he wants to do when he "grows up." Plus, with November just around the corner, the question of how to fashion his facial hair for the occasion leaves a lot of questions on the table. Find out what's on the mind of Beaucephus on episode 81 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, Beau is joined by Quincy Mayor, Kyle Moore. Topics of discussion include coping with scrutiny, musical tastes, city revitalization, and more. Plus, Beau takes a Mayoral Compatibility Test to find out if he's fit to hold political office. And, a recap of a birthday weekend that included a Guy Fieri themed surprise party. Spoiler alert: it was killer!

Working five days and forty hours a week is a concept that many believe is antiquated. In the United Kingdom, a movement is under way to bring about change as it pertains to what the typical work week looks like. Aidan Harper is a journalist and one of the spearheads behind the Four Day Week campaign. He joins Beau this week to discuss the concept, its benefits on companies, their employees, and the environment.

This week, a conversation with "Saved by the Bell" star, Dustin Diamond. We discuss video games, professional wrestling, movie reboots, and the pitfalls of the internet for celebrities. Plus, Beau's late night experience as the victim of a puke-and-run. All this and more await you on episode 78 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, a conversation with Leapin' Lanny "The Genius" Poffo, wrestling legend and younger brother of WWE Hall of Famer, Randy "Macho Man" Savage. Lanny discusses being trained by his father in the family's back yard, the legacy of his larger-than-life brother, his penchant for poetry, and much more.

Vice President of the NWA, David Lagana, joins Beau for a discussion on rebuilding the historic National Wrestling Alliance alongside current owner, The Smashing Pumpkins frontman, Billy Corgan. David discusses their grassroots approach to breathing new life into the prestigious promotion, watching independent stars work their way to prominence, and much more.

This week, a conversation with Central Empire Wrestling founder and promoter, Austin Bayliss. Hear what it takes to make a successful product in pro wrestling's independent scene, the hectic schedule of a wrestler, and the recent resurgence of popularity in the art form.

Beaucephus Buddies returns with a conversation featuring longtime repeat guests Corey Samuels and Casey Carr. This week, the guys discuss Casey's kidney transplant, their plans to launch a pumpkin across the Mississippi River, the laundry list of things they hate, and more.

This week, a panel discussion on the flat earth theory featuring Hysteria 51 hosts, Brent Hand and John Goforth, and flat earth advocate, Matt Tinkle. No flat stone is left unturned as science, religion, common sense, and much more are utilized in the group's mission to find the truth about the shape of the earth. Plus, engagement rings, Chicago getaways, and more.

This week, a sit-down with Georgia-born singer/songwriter and musician Brent Cobb following his opening set for Marty Stuart and Chris Stapleton in St. Louis on July 13. To borrow a line from Mr. Cobb himself, "the conversation covers everything and in between," including who he deems "The King of Alabama," how he approaches songwriting, and sharing the stage with his father at the Ryman. Plus, Beau spends a weekend heavily influenced by Travis Tritt, leading to a spike in creativity.

Don Rawitsch, one of the creators of the original Oregon Trail game, joins me to answer your questions, including strategies for success, his ideas for the series moving forward, and how dysentery made its way into the franchise. Plus, a recap of my night smelling The Oak Ridge Boys in rural Adams County.

Singer-songwriter and musician Lindi Ortega joins The Beaucephus Broadcast this week to discuss her latest album, "Liberty," a record inspired by classic spaghetti western movies. We discuss the pros and cons of being an independent artist, her classic country inspiration,the all-encompassing Americana genre, and more. Plus, Beau's hot takes on Peaches and Herb and top hits from Toto.

This week, a conversation with singer-songwriter and musician, Dave Paulson, who recently released the album “Sandusky, Ohio,” a concept record based on the Chris Farley film "Tommy Boy." Plus, learn about the ongoing saga taking place outside the Beaucephus Broadcast studio known as “The Oak Street Pisser.” And hear the debut of Beau’s new song, “The Oak Street Pisser Struck Today.”

This week, Beau opens a new bank account and skips the fireworks to sit on the couch, eat Taco Bell in his underwear, and watch WWE NXT​. Plus, a great conversation with Jackass​, Wildboyz​, and Action Point​ star, Chris Pontius​, who talks on-set shenanigans, worst stunts and pranks, his upcoming project with Steve-O​, and more!

This week, we're joined by one of Beau's musical heroes, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Hayes Carll. We discuss writing and collaborating, the best restaurants for touring musicians, getting booed at the Ryman, and the potential of a Hayes Carll/Daryl Hall crossover. All this and much more await you on episode 67 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

Richard King is the president of Thumper Entertainment, who is gearing up for the 2018 Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival this September in Columbia, MO. Hear more about the festival, which has consistently produced some of my favorite artists lineups of the past several years.

Plus, a recap of my trip to Italy that ends with a shocking revelation about chicken parmesan.

What's in a name? Author of "The Baby Name Wizard," Laura Wattenberg discusses some of the more unique names being given to newborns as well as some of the more conservative monikers bestowed upon today's youth. Plus, Beau makes his merry way to Italy, gets let down at a fast food drive thru, and praises the glory days of Disney Channel original series

This week, Beau chats with Micro Wrestling Federation's owner/promoter Jack Darrell and wrestler Lil Show the Redneck Brawler ahead of the federation's return to the midwest. Hear how Jack got his start in the industry and how Lil Show found himself on the way to the ring at this year's Wrestlemania. Plus, Beau is cost-cutting and IHOP is undergoing a name change. Hear it all on episode 64 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, Beau celebrates his newly minted Illinois residency by welcoming Brian of the popular social media account 217 Problems, a page that spans across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and posts observationally humorous content related to west-central Illinois. Hear how the page grew, whether or not Brian considers it part of the media, and what would a 217 reality show consist of in this all-encompassing chat.

This week, find out how Canada saved Beau's music career, more complaining about Facebook pyramid schemers, and your questions are answered as the listener-powered podcast returns for episode 62 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, Beau is selling his music gear, taking a trip to Italy, dishing on his current favorite television shows, Mother's Day, and more. Plus, appearances by actor Danny Bonaduce and wrestling legends Mick Foley and Kevin Nash. No, seriously. Tune in for it all on episode 61 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

This week, Beaucephus Buddy Daniel Roth says "I do," we learn what a Baptist Highball is, and a breakdown of how to tell if your friend has joined a pyramid scheme on Facebook. Plus, a great chat about dollar dogs, professional wrestling, and more with Barstool Sports' Ninja of Niche himself, Robbie Fox.

This week, Beau recaps his viewing of Infinity War and learns an important lesson during a bachelor party weekend: "too much meat is a real thing." Plus, a conversation with documentarian and filmmaker Ben Steinbauer about "Winnebago Man" and his other projects.

This week, Beau recaps his recent 10-day stay in Las Vegas. How much money did he spend? Did the city live up to the hype? What was the worst part of the trip? Plus, musician Patrick Sweany drops in for a conversation ahead of the release of his new album, "Ancient Noise." Hear it all on episode 58 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

After a two month hiatus, Beaucephus returns with a recap of the car accident that left his back broken and shares anecdotes about the road to recovery. What did a hospital nurse have the nerve to say to him? What's the best narcotic to be administered legally? How do you poop when you're largely immobile? Find out the answers to these questions and more on episode 57 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and Beau is looking to spice things up this year by getting some risque photos taken. Will any of the photographers he calls be up for the challenge? Or will they flat out deny him of his dream? Plus, a career change is about to take place in the world of Beaucephus. Get the scoop on episode 56 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

The Super Bowl may be over, but we're still talking football (kind of) with the Godfather of the Bills Mafia hashtag, Del Reid on this Sammy Hagar numbered episode! Del talks about coining #BillsMafia, the subsequent digital phenomenon that has followed, and how he used that success as a platform to give back to charitable causes. Learn all about it on episode 55 of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

A whole episode devoted to a sandwich?! This week, we chat with Melissa Little, executive director of the Ottumwa, Iowa Convention and Visitors Bureau about the upcoming canteen eating challenge. The event, to be held this summer, will see challengers compete to see how many loose meat sandwiches they can eat within ten minutes. The grand prize is $2,000. ESPN will be there to cover the event. And rumor has it that some Iowa celebrities may make appearances as well. Also this week, Beau chats with a shifty-eyed Mennonite and catches up on his hotline messages.

The Beaucephus Broadcast celebrates its first anniversary on episode 53! Beau discusses his bitterness about being laid off from the radio, which led to the creation of the podcast. He also reminisces about his college radio show, "Happy Hour with Welders and Brickstone." Learn about his favorite guests and most memorable conversations over the last year. And hear the first batch of messages from the new Beaucephus Broadcast hotline on this celebratory episode!

Pop a Tide Pod and join us for the first Beaucephus Buddies episode of 2018! Rick Mancrush and Marc James of The Poop Culture Podcast drop by to chat the Tide Pod challenge, charitable acts and new ways to pay it forward, child discipline, and more. There's no shortage of laughs to be had, so settle in for shenanigans on this episode of The Beaucephus Broadcast!

17-year-old Hunter Kalinauskas is making headlines locally as he helps those in need in his community. Recently, the Kahoka, Missouri youth was awarded a free truck following his efforts in collecting toys, non-perishable food items, and baked goods by the truck full to distribute to those in need this Christmas. As 2018 begins, Hunter's story is inspiring many are residents to give back in the new year. Hear more on this week's episode of The Beaucephus Broadcast.

Merry Christmas! On this week's short and sweet installment, Beau calls the Butterball Turkey Talk hotline to wish the operator a Merry Christmas and debuts his latest holiday classic.

Author John Wingate's new book "Lost Boys of Hannibal" details the disappearance of three boys inside the caves of Hannibal, Missouri in the summer of 1967. Hear the fascinating and heartbreaking tale that shook America's hometown and spawned the largest cave search in United States history. Plus, the interesting theory behind John Wayne Gacy's reported involvement in the boys' disappearance is debunked.
Plus, Beau snags a part-time job and discusses the anxiety that accompanies a drug screening. Boy, this synopsis really switched gears quickly, didn't it?

20-year-old Chris Betancourt is battling acute myeloid leukemia for the second time in his young life. Upon his most recent diagnosis, his best friend, Dillon Hill, left college and helped Chris create a bucket list. Together, the two are using Chris' mortality as motivation as they embark on a journey to live life to the fullest, raise awareness, and give back along the way with a project called One List, One Life. Learn more about these two and their inspiring mission on episode 47 of The Beaucephus Broadcast.

Remember phone calls? The lost art makes a return on this week's episode of The Beaucephus Broadcast. With the holidays putting a stranglehold on his wallet, Beau is considering taking on a part-time job. Is the local massage parlor hiring? What about phone scammers -- do they make good money? Tune in and find out as Beau talks one-on-one with working professionals via the telephone on episode 46!

Bill "Jett" Ramey, Founder of Batman-on-Film.com, returns for episode 45 of The Beaucephus Broadcast! Spoilers ahead as we dive into Justice League two weeks removed from its box office debut. What did we like? What didn't we like? Is Affleck out as Batman, and if so, who replaces him moving forward? Where does DC on the silver screen go from here? We'll discuss all this and more on episode 45 of The Beaucephus Broadcast.

Beaucephus Buddies returns with a special Thanksgiving edition of The Beaucephus Broadcast! Mark Hopwood and Neil Gau make their triumphant return to the program for episode 44. This week, the guys discuss Mark's phallic haircut, Big Dog t-shirts and other fads they remember from childhood, Tom Petty, reggae music, and new music discovery Greta Van Fleet, Thanksgiving plans, and Mark not being socially ready for kindergarten.

Plus, pull up a chair to the adults table for a Thanksgiving themed Beaucephus Threephus.
And, find out what Beau thought of the new Justice League movie. And hear the world premiere exclusive debut of Beau's new song!