In Episode 20 of Blatherrhea, we're diving into a world of wild and wacky tales that'll have you shaking your head and laughing out loud. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as we discuss the odd news around the world, but especially in America.     This week we uncover the bizarre controversy surrounding a Chinese zoo accused of using sun bears as actors. How many animals in this zoo are people in animal suits?   Then, prepare to be amazed as we discuss a Japanese man who spent a whopping $14,000 on a hyper-realistic dog suit, all in pursuit of living out his dream of being a dog. And for the grand finale, we take you to the track in the Northwest where a group of folks don T-rex costumes and race to determine who's the fastest in a dino costume.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 19 of Blatherrhea, we're diving into a lineup of offbeat and astonishing topics that will have you both amused and amazed. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as we tackle this weeks topics.  First off we start with the universal humor of farts, exploring Cap's unique collection of recordings. Proving that farts truly are timeless fun that both brings families together and can tear them apart.  Shifting gears, we're in for a burping surprise as we discuss a woman's astonishing capture of the belching world record. We all know that a certain hosts wife could give that lady a run for her money.  Next imagine a highway coated in nacho cheese after a truck overturns, setting the scene for an unusual traffic scenario. There wasn't even a chip in sight. And finally, we unravel a track and field debacle on the world stage, where a Somali woman is thrust into a professional race with no prior experience or training.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 18 of Blatherrhea, we're delving into two vastly different yet intriguing topics. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as we explore the unexpected world of playing the new Uno card game as a profession – yes, you heard that right! Discover the ins and outs of this unique career choice that's sure to spark your curiosity and make you want to apply.   Shifting gears, we then dive deep into the artistry of standup comedy, discussing the craft, the challenges, and all the work that goes into making people laugh. Tune in for an engaging episode filled with unexpected career paths and the essence of comedic storytelling on Blatherrhea!Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 17 of Blatherrhea, we're bringing you a mix of quirky events and delicious delights. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as we dive into the hilarity of wiener dog races, where these adorable pups show off their speedy skills. We are talking racing dogs, dog parks, and especially our dogs.  Then, prepare your taste buds as we discuss a unique burger from Thailand, stacked entirely with cheese. Only cheese, no toppings, no meat, just bun and cheese.  And it's super popular!   And of course, we can't resist talking about standup comedy and its dynamic relationship with crowd size, from intimate clubs to massive arenas. We are talking the psychology of crowd size, it's effects on new comics, and our experiences with different kinds of crowds.  Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 16 of Blatherrhea, we're taking a nostalgic journey through some of our all-time favorite movies. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as we delve into the iconic Indiana Jones movie franchise, reminiscing about the thrilling adventures and timeless characters. We discuss our favorite Indy movie, the best and the worst of the bunch, and all the plot holes you can handle.Then we then venture into a galaxy far, far away as we discuss the impact and relevance of the Star Wars movies in today's pop culture landscape.   That's right we are going deep into Harrison Ford franchises! Talking about which trilogy we think is the best of the bunch.And to top it all off, we explore other classic films and their lasting significance in modern times. We are taking if classic iconic movies hold up to the new generation of movie watchers.  Do the themes still hold up?  Can the next generation understand these movies? We are talking all that and so much more on this weeks Blatherrhea.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 15 of Blatherrhea with hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan, we dive into some hilarious and outrageous topics. This week we have some great discussions and talk about some really odd news articles.First up, we explore the wild world of Comedy Roast Battles, sharing our personal experiences and discussing this aspect of modern comedy.  We get into not just roast battles, but the political correctness that has spread across the comedy landscape. Then, we embark on a food adventure as we delve into the fascinating world of Las Vegas Buffets, sharing stories of over indulgence and culinary madness.  We talking overeating, too much variety in buffet's, and purse food.Next you have to buckle up as we take a leap into the future with a discussion on Flying Cars, envisioning a world where we soar through the skies in style.  We talk about how people already can't drive in general, so why do we want to take that to the skies?And finally, we couldn't resist sharing the mind-boggling news of a mayor in Mexico who actually married a reptile. This story is wacky and leads to a really fun discussion. We had a lot of fun on this episode, so hopefully you enjoy it.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In episode 14 of the Blatherrhea podcast with hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan, we dive into a whirlwind of fun topics! First up, we tackle the mesmerizing world of claw and carnival games. From our frustration of trying to snag that elusive prize to the strategies we've developed over the years, we share our experiences, wins, and laughs.Next, we discuss a truly unique record-breaking feat. Brace yourselves because a man has set a new record for running in high heels! We delve into the sheer determination and wackiness of this individual. And finally, we unravel an inspiring story of serendipity. A man's lost class ring is miraculously returned to him after an astounding 51 years. We explore the nostalgia and sentimental value tied to such keepsakes, and our own high school memorabilia.  Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In Episode 13 of the comedy podcast Blatherrhea, we dive into some wild and wacky stories that will have you questioning peoples life choices. Join hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as they embark on a laughter-filled journey through three outrageous topics.First up, we discuss a woman who is in trouble with the city for having a 9 foot werewolf in her front yard. Picture this: a colossal statue of a werewolf standing proudly wearing his American flag shirt.  She dresses him up for every holiday! We will break down this year round Halloween décor.Next, we take you on a fishing adventure that ends in unexpected and hilarious fashion. Imagine fighting a marlin for 7 hours, setting a record, and losing it all on a technicality.  We share the tale of a sport fishing team that suffered a major loss when a hungry shark took a bite out of their trophy. Millions of dollars were on the line..... for fishing.Finally, we tackle a world record for the  largest piece of turkey bacon ever recorded! We discuss the mind-blowing size, how it was made, and how much we really dislike turkey bacon. Get ready for some  hot take on food, and some food talk that will cover some foods you may have never experienced.   This week you're in for a wild ride filled with werewolves, sport fishing, and bacon that defies all logic. Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

Welcome to episode 12 of Blatherrhea with your hosts, John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan! This week, we dive into a hilarious mix of mind-boggling stories that will leave you in stitches. We are also have Cap's daughter Madden joining/interrupting the show whenever she wants to, so lots of wacky fun on this weeks show.First up, we have an unbelievable feat that will blow your mind. Get ready to be amazed as we check out the jaw-dropping world record Rubik's Cube solve. Trust us, folks, you won't believe your eyes when you see how fast this puzzle wizard defeated the cube!Next on our radar is a tale that proves age is just a number and every countries systems are broken. Prepare for some disbelief as we unravel the story of an 84-year-old German man who decided to take on a new career path—selling drugs! With double digit convictions for selling drugs, the court says this is your last warning. Tune in to hear how this octogenarian became one of Germany's most wanted.    And finally, get ready for a beach day! Picture this, a man tossing messages in bottles into the vast ocean for a whopping 40 years. Join us as we navigate through the hilarious story of 40 years of littering.  We talk about the concept of messages in a bottle and why it always leads to more trash than treasure.  Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In this week's episode 11 of Blatherrhea, we dive headfirst into a world of childhood memories and intriguing news stories. Join us, John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan, as we embark on another hilarious and thought-provoking conversation.First up, we take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about playing video games, especially original Nintendo games. From Duck Hunt to Mike Tyson's Punchout, we share our favorite gaming moments and discuss how these classic titles shaped our current love for video games.Next, we stumble upon a fascinating story about a man who has 2 giant transformer statues in front of his house. We explore the eccentricities of this unique character and imagine what it must be like living in a neighborhood with a man that does not care about his neighbors.  Lastly, we delve into the world of international news and discover the outrageous tale of an Indian official who abused his power to recover his lost cell phone. We delve into the details of this bizarre incident and discuss the lengths some people will go to cover up their stupidity.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In this exciting episode 10 of Blatherrhea, hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan dive headfirst into a captivating mix of bizarre news stories. With our signature blend of humor and insight, we explore the remarkable, the outrageous, and the downright jaw-dropping topics that have been making waves around the world.To kick things off, we discuss the astonishing tale of a man who has been banned from donating sperm after fathering a mind-boggling 500-600 children! We share our disbelief and analyze the implications of this extraordinary situation. We ponder the consequences for both the donor and the unsuspecting families involved, examining the ethical and legal aspects of this unusual case.Next up, we delve into the world of extravagance with the revelation of the most expensive cheeseburger and ice cream ever created. We explore the motivations behind such exorbitant creations, dissecting the fine line between luxury and excess.Lastly, we showcase the awe-inspiring story of a classic Magnusson, the world-renowned strongman who defied all odds by single-handedly moving a towering Ferris wheel through sheer brute strength. We also delve into the life and accomplishments of the Magnusson family, and discuss the history of the world of competitive strength sports.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

Welcome back to another thrilling episode of Blatherrhea with your hosts, John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan! Grab your favorite beverages and snacks, then get ready for an uproarious episode 9 as we delve into some wild odd news stories from around the world.In this episode, we kick things off with a story about alternative fuels.  Picture this: a beer-powered motorcycle! That's right, folks, we explore the ingenious invention of a motorcycle that runs on beer, kind of.  We discuss how absurd this concept is and the ridiculousness of it.Next up, we take a journey to Israel, where we the TikTok fruit rollups challenge is causing quite a problem. Believe it or not, these beloved childhood snacks are treated like illegal drugs in other countries! And the black market is making a killing off of Israeli teens.But wait, that's not all! We shift gears to Germany, where we unearth a tale of a sex game that took an unexpected twist . A man found himself tied to a tree (again!) after a BDSM scenario goes wrong. This story is very German and we are surprised it doesn't happen more often. Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

We are back for another great episode of Blatherrhea with your favorite hosts, John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan. In this eighth installment of the podcast, we bring you some interesting stories and odd news at it's finest.Brian starts the show off with a story of his recent experiences performing stand-up comedy at the Anime Expo. We talk about all the different kind of comedy shows you do coming up as a comic. Cap recounts some of his weird events he was asked to do over the years. Get ready to laugh along as they take you behind the scenes of the comedy game.Next up, we delve into the infamous gun mishaps involving actor Alec Baldwin on a movie set. John and Brian dissect the absurdity surrounding the incidents, the media frenzy, and the subsequent aftermath. We know it's maybe a little heavy for a comedy podcast, but it was a good discussion.Shifting gears, we tackle the recent gas shortages that plagued Florida. Cap and Brian talk about how we would survive a crisis like this. It leads to some fun discussion.Wrapping up the episode, John and Brian take an unexpected turn into the peculiar tradition of small cat hunting in New Zealand. We attempt to make sense of this bizarre activity. We talk about if this is necessary and both discuss our thoughts on the practice.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In episode 7 of Blatherrhea, hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan discuss a wide variety of odd news stories and wacky topics. First up,  we are discussing Wienermobile marriages in Las Vegas. Apparently, couples got married inside the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, and it was so popular they may make it permanent! We also discuss a lot of other aspects of marriage and different kinds of weddings, including Cap's.The hosts then turn their attention to the world's most expensive grilled cheese sandwich, which reportedly sells for $214 at a restaurant in New York City. They debate whether or not it's worth the price.  Cap's wife interrupts and we get some good fried chicken talk and have a lot of fun with the topic of grilled cheese. Next up, they discuss the world's largest Donkey Kong machine being built in a museum. The hosts muse about the absurdity of such a massive arcade game and discuss classic arcades, pinball, and video games.Finally, we discuss the Bulls game where the daughter of a player was screaming during the game in an attempt to disrupt the opposing team's free throws. We scientifically recreate the scene with the help of Cap's daughter. We close discussion both of our ties to the NBA and Cap declaring himself for the 1996 NBA draft.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In episode 6 of Blatherrhea, hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan discuss a wide variety of odd news stories and wacky topics.  We got a lot of variety this week so settle in for some fun!First on the docket is a conversation about the recent news of a neighbor dispute in China that lead to mass chicken murder. We maybe drill a little too deep into the situation, with John wondering what it's really like in Chinese prisons.Next up is a discussion about the most expensive license plates ever sold at auction, with us being truly bewildered about spending millions of dollars on literally a 2 character number on a piece of metal.The conversation then takes a lighter turn as the hosts discuss the recent record-breaking Crocs shoes collection. We talk about shoe collecting, and the idea of collecting Crocs over Jordan's.Finally, the we recount a story about a man doing Mandalorian cosplay on the subway that almost goes wrong. This guy almost lost his life over cosplay! John and Brian share their thoughts on cosplay culture and people's rights in America.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In episode 5 of Blatherrhea, hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan dive into some hilarious topics. We start off discussing roast battles in comedy and how they are happening here in Las Vegas.  Delving into the idea of roast battles in general.Next, we move on to talk about one of the stupidest prison breaks ever attempted, because sometimes you really need some pancakes.The conversation takes a strange turn as we discuss the sudden appearance of random minion statues in a small Australian town.Finally, we end the episode by discussing a recent case in which the Supreme Court had to decide in parody dog toys infringe on the brands they parody. We discuss the absurdity of the situation and share our thoughts on this case in front of the highest court in the land.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

In the fourth episode of the Blatherrhea podcast, hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan delve into a variety of topics that are both ridiculous and funny. The episode kicks off with a discussion on cat birthdays, with John and Brian discuss celebrating Cap's cat's birthdays.We then move on to talk about counterfeit sports cards, exploring the world of fake trading cards and the different ways they are created. We discuss the impact that counterfeit cards can have on the sports card industry and buying and selling those items.  We lighten the mood by discussing M&M-shaped casket funerals. Then we debate the pros and cons of such an idea and whether it is appropriate or not.Finally, we  wrap up the episode by talking about naughty license plates, sharing some examples of hilarious and outrageous license plates that have now been banned. We discuss the potential consequences of having a license plate that is deemed offensive and if it's a free speech issue.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

Welcome back to episode 3 of Blatherrhea, this week the hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan are discussing a variety of topics ranging from the absurd to the mundane. In this week's episode, get ready for some sweet talk as we dive into the world of ice cream and some exotic flavors. But that's not all, we'll also be discussing Mexican Elves and their mythical folklore, a reptile café that's causing a stir on social media, and of course, more horrific Chinese kissing machines. Plus, we'll be sharing our thoughts on the controversial changes to the Italian Starbucks menu. So sit back, relax, and join us for another fun-filled episode of Blatherrhea.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

Welcome to Episode 2 of Blatherrhea, the podcast where nothing is off-limits! Join comedians John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan as they dive into the world of the weird and wacky. On this episode, John and Brian explore a variety of off the wall topics.  This week the guys are talking professional wrestling, 4-leaf clover records, Chinese kissing machines, Steven Seagal Russian Hero, and even knitting.With their unique brand of humor and no-holds-barred approach, John and Brian will have you laughing out loud as they tackle the most bizarre stories and share their hilarious opinions on the world around us. So if you're looking for a podcast that will make you think, make you laugh, and make you wonder what the heck is going on in the world, then look no further than Blatherhea.Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.

Welcome to episode 1 of Blatherrhea! This week, your hosts John Caparulo and Brian Shinanigan are diving headfirst into the world of superhero and movie monster movies. From Batman to Godzilla, these larger-than-life characters have captured our imaginations and entertained us for decades. Tune in as John and Brian share their favorite superhero and monster movie moments, discuss the latest releases, and offer their own hilarious takes on this iconic genre. So sit back, relax, and get ready to unleash your inner hero with Blatherrhea!Join us every week for a new episode filled with absurdity, laughter, and everything in between. Blatherrhea, where anything goes and nothing is too strange.