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The Richley Brothers
No scripts. No rehearsals. No real idea of what they’re doing. Join the two Richley brothers, Joseph and John, for fun and absurd conversations about the nerd-verse.
Recording from thousands or possibly just hundreds (how far away is Texas??) of miles away, the Richley brothers are serving up a Lone Star State portion of podcast goodness. John has "Flanders on the brain" as Joe leads a MadLibs experiment that goes array and the boys hop onto John's Sleuthing Shelf and contend with a hot, hot mystery. Feast your ears!
The Richley boys dip into the archives a little and discuss cheesecake in a Golden Girls MadLib as well as Muppetifying one of the greatest sports movies of all time. Forget the curveball, Ricky, give 'em the heater!
The Richley boys are shimmying and hoisting, doing their best to uncork this thing with a tattooed Floridian, a dip into Joe's Mystery Corner and the conclusion of the Ninja ChooseCo-verse. Will the "time heist" work? Will the fires of Mount Doom be found? Will the Death Star be destroyed? Gird your loins and feast your ears!
With May 4 looming, the Richley brothers do their best to bring some Star Wars content so hot it'll make Tatooine feel like Hoth. If that analogy makes any sense, ignite those lightsabers, start up those speeder bikes and feast your ears!
The Richley brothers return with another installment in the ChooseCo Ninja Saga, but not before discussing a Floridian Tarzan impersonator and mini-golf with a legendary movie character. Buckle up!
The Richley brothers celebrate their mom's birthday with a number of questions...What is a zord of dinosaurs? What is the opposite of Captain Planet? How many times will John cry in one episode? Feast yours ears, "this whole episode is nonsense."
As the end of another season slowly creeps up on the boys, they try their hands at another D&D MadLib and another Two Minute Mystery. All this add a holiday themed Floridian vigilante. Feast your ears!
Hyped for the return of one of their favorite Saturday morning cartoons, the Richley boys talk some X-Men via a specialized FMK and some Lego minifigure reveals. Calling all mutants! Suit up!
Feeling ambitious, the Richley boys seek to put an end to The Lost Ninja saga once and for all, solve a mystery in John's Sluethin' Shack, prove definitively that "podcasting is for babies" and answer the ever existential question..."can't I conch in peace?". Hold onto your butts and feast your ears!
The Richley brothers are "looking for Tony" in this latest installment as Lionel Richie comes up big in a Walk Out segment and the Ninja saga continues (and has the boys looking for two witches or sorceresses or political science majors). No one is sure, no one is safe. Enjoy!
The Richley boys get back to the basics and bring a unexpectedly dark Florida man, an FMK with a Golden Girl and the continuation of the Ninja saga to the Nerd-cave. Will they finally go back in time to save the clock tower and listen to Huey Lewis and the News?! Feast your ears and find out!
In a bizarre twist of events, Chris and John ended up hosting this installment together. Sans Joe, the duo discusses The Zaner's favorite James Cameron movies.
Spoiler alert: Not Avatar
Happy New Years, everyone! The Richley brothers welcome long-time contributor/Zaner, Chris, back into the Nerdcave to talk about tattoos. The boys have share the stories behind their favorite tattoos and talk about what they have planned next….and a special shoutout to Alex at tatgod.com (if you find yourself in northeast Ohio and looking for some art, look him up)
The Richley brothers have a holiday treat in the form of a brand new podcast. The boys have been working for the past few months to create something different for the universe. Listen in to this sneak peek of Episode 1 of what will be The Infinite Brick. Fear not, Joe and John will be back to their typical shenanigans in two weeks.
In what can only be described of as "an awakening", the Richley brothers return. The boys make some plans for February 24, 2024, delve even deeper into Joe's love for La Bamba and patiently wait to go back in time.
The Richley boys are back in the Nerdcave and back to their regularly scheduled shenanigans. Listen in as the brothers discuss a curious Floridian burglar, swoon over everything Keanu Reeves and discover the name of their ninja sensei. Surely, you don't want to miss this!
Put up your feet, grab some left over candy and snuggle up because the Richley boys look back and talk about some of their favorite parts of Halloween. Yep, they're a little late. But are you really surprised? Enjoy!
Dedicated to the crew from our earliest trick-or-treating days on Skywae...you know who you are
After a brief Coming to America rabbit trail, the Richley brothers return with Florida's greatest Jenga player, a spook-tacular D&D Madlib, and a belly flop back into the ChooseCo-verse. Put on your kimonos, we're headed back to ninja-town!
The Richley brothers are back in the Nerd-cave and, despite the "pending dead air", are in three-wheel motion. Listen to the boys as they lay out their own meta-verse in a Walk-out segment and actually solve a crime in Joe's Mystery Corner.
As recently achieved and self-dubbed centenarian podcasters, the Richley boys try their hands at remote recording again. With Joe in Cleveland researching new sponsorships, the brothers put together an episode consisting of various Shaggy's, terrible Caribbean accents and John's Sleuthing Shed. Tune in! Or don't! You're busy, no worries!
In an emotional and psychological tour de force, the Richley boys run through a 64 person bracket to answer the age-old question, who is the Florida-est Florida person? To quote John Arnold, "Hold onto your butts!"
To our listeners: We'd like to sincerely thank each and every one of you for coming this far with us. We hope you'll continue on wherever that journey leads. There are a lot of wonderful, mind-blowing, funny, inspiring podcasts out there. The idea that you give us some of your precious little time is greatly appreciated and never forgotten.
To our family: Thank you so much for giving us the time and support you do. This podcast simply wouldn't exist without you.
In the midst of sprucing up his garage, Joe found a plastic tote chalk full of some of the brothers' childhood toys. Take a nostalgic trip with the boys and reminisce about some fun 90s icons like G.I.Joe, TMNT, M.A.S.K. (that's a lot of acronyms) and more! Remember, knowing is half the battle!
The Richley boys are off to the races as they near in on 100 episodes. What do you get when you combine Dr. Haldejeen, some other dudes and the wild west? The brothers aren't sure either, but they do their darn tootin-est to find out. Also, what is Emperor Palpatine's Christian name? All this and more (or less) in the latest installment.
On a dark and rainy night, two brothers set out to record an episode to a podcast...For real, enjoy the stormy ambiance as Joe and John decide to play mini-golf with a wrestling legend and attempt to continue their "streak" in another installment of Joe's Mystery Corner. Oh! Yeah! Apparently hot dogs are weapons in Florida now?!
Content warning: In the Two-Minute Mystery, a suicide is falsified to cover up a murder. The National Suicide Crisis Lifeline is available in both English and Spanish 24 hrs a day by dialing 988.
The Richley boys welcome the preeminent "Zaner", Chris, back into the Nerd Cave (patent pending) to discuss a Walk-Out segment chalk full of fabulous '80's music and possibly the most "interesting" case in Joe's Mystery Corner. Listen in for what feels like "Burt Reynolds playing D&D". Whatever that means.
Chris, everyone's favorite "Zaner", is back in town and joins the boys as they try to decide whether a number is a 3 or a 5 before going down a rather quick rabbit hole of 7 Mary 3 songs. Special treats ensue as the Florida man causes Joe to spit his water out and Ted Lasso fans can rejoice in the latest FMK.
Welcome back, dear listeners, and buckle in for an episode which has it "all". Provided, of course, you define "all" as having multiple meanings, including but not limited to: 1 Joe's Mystery Corner; 2 John's new Italian persona and 3 A succinct encapsulation of the plot for Avengers: Infinity War. If this weren't enough, the Richley boys also define a new part of the body, sure to worm its way into any future Mad-lib excursions.
Thievery and mystery abound as the Richley brothers, "all wiped up and clean", take on a Floridian crossbow thief and Muppet-ifying a classic burglary caper, Oceans 11. Finally, fresh off their character's impaling in The Tattoo of Death, the boys do their best to solve a disappointing mystery as they revisit Joe's Mystery Corner. Put on your sleuthin' caps, folks!
In this, the third installment of the fourth season, the Richley boys harken back to their roots with a "quality" mad-lib involving both the late, great Burt Bacharach and Joe's best "Dorothy" voice. The epically expositional Tattoo of Death finally reaches its conclusion...with a laser! Finally, yet another sponsor is revealed. In a word? Costner. But before any of this takes place, John displays his podcasting skills by actually sneezing during the recording and landing the title of the episode.
Welcome back, avid listeners! Listen in as the Richley boys discuss a Floridian who seems to have played a little too much Grand Theft Auto. And poorly, at that. The brothers also rezest their infamous FMK segment and decide to take one celebrity on the sledding experience of a lifetime. Finally, Big Guy, of The Tattoo of Death fame, is unmasked in a room seemingly comprised entirely of...jade? Go ahead, enjoy yourselves.
Season 4 is upon you, dear listeners, and the Richley boys. Joe wastes no time in declaring his love for an '80's musical masterpiece in a refurbished "Walk-Out" segment and the brothers head to a mansion outside of Kyoto, Japan in The Tattoo of Death, their latest foray into the ChooseCo-verse. The brothers also thank and celebrate their first ever sponsor. Enjoy!
In what's sure to be known as "the most sophisticated half-hour", the Richley boys close the curtain and bring season 3 to a close with an unprecedented segment involving Lego bricks and one of John's only marketable skills. But first, Joe and John discover the lengths a certain Floridian will go to for a free McDonald's cookie and later have a difficult decision to make regarding the Red Flowers and the Yakuza. Let's go!
Penultimate! Penultimate! The Richley boys can correctly use the word "penultimate" to describe this episode, the second-to-last of season 3. In it, the brothers do their best to combine The Simpsons and Dungeons & Dragons in a madlib, discuss Joe's love for Matlock and discover his favorite member of The Beatles. All this plus they open Ben's mysterious package "least choose-iest ChooseCo", the Tattoo of Death. Let's go!
Chris joins the Richley brothers once again to discuss some of their favorite moments in music history and a devious plan to upend The Red Flowers gang. Before any of that can take place, however, the worst British accent ever is discovered. It's honestly the worst.
Strap in and buckle up, everyone, the Richley boys (with the assistance of Chris) deliver a lengthy discussion revolving around a Floridian felon, 32 more "super sexy" gentlemen and a tattoo of a red flower. Prior to all of this, John discusses a recent dream he had involving, oddly enough, Chris getting some tattoos.
The Richley boys are at it again. This time, they're looking into obtaining a "valid alligator trapping license" and determining if Rick Astley's iconic tune can save a fractured relationship. Spoiler alert: you bet it can! In addition, the brothers, fresh off their (frankly) unprecedented "victory" in The Lost Ninja saga, tempt fate once again and delve into another adventure from the good people at ChooseCo and meet Sprazzle.
The Richley brothers bring their "A" game this week as they close out, for good or ill, the saga of The Lost Ninja. Before that can take place, however, Joe has an update on some midwest barbecue eateries and John has not one, but two Floridian headlines. And if all of that weren't enough, the boys also get some sibling relationship advice from a Golden Girls mad-lib. Thank you for being a friend!
With Joe on location this week, the Richley brothers do their best to remotely record a special episode. John brings the first "Texas" person into the fray and Joe brings a fantastic movie to "Muppet-ify". The boys then go on to definitively calculte the all important "Lovitz to Muppet Ratio" and jump back into The Lost Ninja, getting some backstory on Saito in the process.
Welcome back, dear listeners! The Richley brothers, Floridians and ninjas return from their brief hiatus in full, glorious force to answer not only a fan email, but some burning questions as well. Where does a "professional arsonist" learn the trade? What are D&D mad libs like? Who's apartment are we going to? And, what the heck is "Western decadence?" Gird your loins and feast your ears for the final episode of 2022...
Happy Holidays, one and all! The Richley boys take a break from Floridians and ninjas to stroll down memory lane. Pour yourselves a steaming mug of hot cocoa, drop some marshmallows and a candy cane in there and listen as Joe and John reminisce about their favorite holiday music, movies and more. PS A very sincere thank you to our dear, sweet listeners, for coming along with us for so long. The happiest of holidays to you and yours! XX Joe and John
Magic is literally in the air for this installment. After an interesting development in Florida is discussed, the Richley brothers play a little FMK and relegate a Stranger Things character to a fate at least on par with the Upside Down. In addition, Joe and John are getting closer and closer to finding the lost ninja and, in the meantime, come to a grand realization...they're "in ninja mode!" Grab your shuriken and feast your ears!
Let the tasing begin! The home stretch of Season 3 is here and the boys are grinding away. Still on the hunt for the Lost Ninja, listen first as the Richley brothers discuss the best way to "subdue a naked man" and John confuses the Little brothers, Stuart and Chicken. Feast your ears as Chocolate Thunder and his "rump roasting, bun toasting" dunks are described as well. Remember..."if you ain't grooving, you best get moving"!
To the BART station! While John struggles with both reading and seeing "through his tears" in this week's offering, the Richley brothers attempt to answer some of the universe's greatest questions...Where'd the soggy clothes go? What constitutes "mission impossible ice cream"? Can napkins be cuboidal? Does it end with a knuckle? All of this and a surprising definition of karaoke await you.
There's a lot going on in the Nerdcave this week as the Richley brothers dive into a Ferris Bueller style escape in Florida, some questionable stories from their collegiate days, a Halloween/Star Wars mad-lib and the next installment in The Lost Ninja. Will Joe continue his spot-on Sato voice? Will Charlie break in during recording? All this and more (or less).
Having successfully completed the ChooseCo Magic Box, the Richley boys belly flop into another Choose Your Own Adventure series. Before they can get "garden casual karate", however, Joe and John marvel at the free service available from Floridian police officers and get buried in a dark Batman conspiracy. What if Batman isn't a hero?
First, say hello to another installment of Floridian news (how fast can a John Deere lawnmower travel?) and another chance to decide who is watching tv with mom and dad (naked bongo McConaughey?). Only after all of that do the Richley brothers jump back into the caverns beneath Stonehenge in search of Alistair McCallister. Will they fall prey to the fairy magic? Will they die spectacularly?
Fully entrenched in what turned out to be Stonehenge Comic Con, Joe and John have some questionable fairies to deal with. Before they return to England though, the Richley brothers discover a somewhat disturbing trend occurring at Bass Pro Shops and they both do their best to channel their inner Eazy-E. This truly may be the "blurst" of podcasts.
Welcome back, dear listeners! In this offering, the Richley brothers come to grips with hard truths. Namely, they don't know what "OMC" stands for...they don't know the destination of a Floridian time traveler...and they don't know why Joe can't stop singing Highway to the Danger Zone. Nevermind, "Danger Zone" is great song, applicable to all of life's situations. That's why.
The Richley brothers are making magic this week! After checking in with some Floridian sisters, Joe and John use an FMK segment as a thin veil to expound their love for one of the universe's greatest rappers/human beings. John also plans a trip to an amusement park with one of his favorite Chris Farley characters. Finally, the boys start their fourth ChooseCo adventure...Forecast from Stonehenge.
This is how we do it, everyone! Another weird and wild installment from two brothers you've never met. This time, the brothers find out exactly how not to plan a wedding in Florida and exactly how Joe feels about Fleetwood Mac. Hint: it's not good. A boat constructed of solid gold and a giant fish come to a head in the latest segment of The Trumpet of Terror.
Joe is back this week and, to celebrate, John unearthed possibly the oldest Florida man from the archives. In addition, the Richley boys do their best to jumpstart their rap careers by including lyrics surrounding Amelia Earhart and a potential "World's Greatest Lover". Is there a safe way to combine both Tag Team and 90s Ice Cube? Finally, the Trumpet of Terror is stirring up trouble on the water. Are our heroes sunk?
Pour yourself a nice, steaming cup of Joe, relax and listen as John and guest-host Chris whisk you away to Joe-apalooza. This episode is focused on everyone's favorite younger brother, Joe. In this latest offering, a new version of The Empire Strikes Back is envisioned alongside a very special trip to Cedar Point with a very special person and much, much more! Hold on to your butts! It's Joe-apalooza!
It's official! With this episode under their belt, the Richley brothers are 0.7% of the way to 10,000 episodes. In this seventieth installment, Joe and John celebrate a "Jord-aversary" and do their best not to die with Odin Thorsdad. In addition, Joe low key plans a Star Trek reenactment instead of a dinner party and John lays out some "satisfying" historical facts. Tune in! Buckle up! And prepare to be disappointed!
Still reeling from their bout with Zeus, the Richley brothers step into the drive-thru of a Floridian Taco Bell and do their best to determine the "fate of the taco". In addition, they muse over a road trip with a Jedi and send a beloved Office character to watch tv with their parents. Finally, Joe and John jump into their third ChooseCo adventure and tune up the Trumpet of Terror. Hopefully, this story doesn't end with a scorched planet!
PS Another special thanks to our composer, Liam, and our new tune.
In a TPiR first, the Richley brothers do their best to prove they're "really good at this" and delve into a "Virginia Man" as a shout out to all of their dear Virginia listeners. In addition, Joe can't help himself from banging out Europe's magnum opus, Final Countdown, in his quest to find a new song for summertime ice cream vendors everywhere. Lastly, the brothers get the attention of Zeus...but probably not in the way they'd hoped.
At approximately the 23 minute mark, John hysterically and uncontrollably laughs. The reasons for this outburst are still up for debate. Prior to those shenanigans, though Joe and Jonn deliver their thoughts on snickerdoodles and a Floridian named "Baby Cakes". In addition, a trip to Cedar Point with a world renowned sleuth is envisioned as is holiday decorating with a musical icon. Punch your tickets and grab your carry ons, the "thought train" is leaving the station. All aboard!!
PS again, big, big thanks to Liam for designing the music used for our foray to the Throne of Zeus
Welcome back, dear, dear listeners! Who is ready for another installment of The Throne of Zeus? Hold up! Before we jump back into ancient Greece, though, Joe recounts an interesting scenario involving Florida, a trampoline and a less than clothed gentleman. And, just in case that isn't enough, John's love of Pepe the King Prawn and the rest of the muppets come to light again as the brothers do their best to "muppet-ify" a classic film. Gird your buttcheeks, everyone!
Welcome back, dear listeners! This episode is an emotional roller coaster for the younger Richley brother. Buckle up as Joe develops his plan for AC/DC themed ice cream, delivers a tirade about all incarnations of Van Halen and hones his voice acting chops as Athena, daughter of Zeus. Meanwhile, John attempts to solve the duo's sound problems by fixing one and creating another. It's like answering a question with a question!
PS Another big thank you and shout out to Liam for the "Throne of Zeus" music!
Welcome back, dear listeners! Listen in as Joe responds to some disturbingly unsolicited texts...and it only gets better from there! The Richley brothers also envision a lovely evening combining their parents, a television and everyone's favorite Star Wars droid. Finally, the boys, still reeling from their wildly unsuccessful foray to find the sorceress, embark on a new journey to find The Throne of Zeus. Feast your ears and gird your loins!
PS Another huge shout out and thank you to Liam for composing and arranging the music for The Throne of Zeus.
As Season 3 chugs along, the Richley brothers are firing on all...some...maybe a handful...of cylinders. A possible Captain Morgen impersonator and Florida "hero" is discussed alongside dodgeball and Gilbert Gottfried's greatest role. Patience, Iago, there's more. Joe and John "bring the thunder" in the next, exciting, heart-racing, insert synonym here installment of The Magic of the Unicorn.
P.S. 2 Things: First, a big shout out and thank you to Liam for creating the background music for the Choose Your Own Adventure segments. You rock, bro! And, second, we keep forgetting to thank and encourage listeners to reach out to us. You can email us at thepremiseisridiculous@gmail.com or follow us on Twitter. Thanks!
Despite being "wholly unprepared", the Richley brothers are heading for warmer climes and warmer times as they discuss how Independence Day is celebrated in Florida. In addition, they also unveil a brand new set of preposterous circumstances for their version of FMK and look for volunteers to watch tv with their parents. Finally, in a desperate search for a unicorn, the sojourn for the sorceress continues as a graveyard is explored and the human tolerance for taint jokes is tested.
Season 3 has finally rested its glorious haunches upon us all. In this, the premier episode, the Richley brothers introduce sparkly, new segments and add a little zest to their foundation. Listen in as they do they're best to unravel mysterious poems, search for a sorceress and unlock the majesty of Freddie Mustache's Mercury...Freddie Mercury's Mustache...you know what they mean.
As the Richley brothers ascend to the summit of season 2, they can't help but plan a celebration of everything MacGyver and respect the Swayze, Hallmark Movie style. But before the balloons can fall and the confetti cannons explode, Joe and John must crawl deep into the belly of the dastardly Dr. Haldejian. Klondike Kate? Is that you?!
In, this, the penultimate episode of season 2, the Richley brothers mourn the loss and celebrate the life of their "glorious leader" Betty White. The boys run through a Golden Girls, Rose-centric Mad Libs (including midnight cheesecake and Rose's vodka) and canonically merge the Star Wars universe with the Golden Girls universe (finally). Maybe it should be named the "Golden Wars-iverse"?
Disclaimer: Exactly zero Bothans were harmed in the making of this episode.
Happy New Year! In the final episode of 2021, the Nerdcave is bursting with excitement, muppets and a returning guest co-host. The Richley brothers welcome Bill from South Carolina back into the studio to discuss what's going on with "all of the chicken wings" in Florida. But, wait...there's more! The crew also muppet-ifies their second film, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. How do you think Joe Pesci would feel about working with a cast of muppets?
In the Richley brothers' first of two Christmas-themed episodes, they welcome a shiny, new guest host, Bill. The three do their best to figure out what Kevin is up to in Florida, plan some hijinks with the help of some Christmas tunes and wander into unfamiliar territory by...actually solving a crime in Joe's Mystery Corner. Wait, what? That last part can't be true, can it?!
With everyone's favorite Zaner back in the Nerdcave, the trio discuss the first date rituals of the Florida man and the differences between sauces and condiments. In addition, a sparkly new segment is revealed and they are "chucking auto parts everywhere". Enjoy!
The Richley brothers welcome long-time contributor, supporter and Zaner, Chris, back to the show. Together, they wade through the mire of redundant phrases and split infinitives to solve The Case of the Dead Professor and determine "who the frock is Dinker". What's more, in order to celebrate the most recent "Sexiest Man Alive", the trio creates a 32-man bracket to determine the "Super Sexiest Man on the the Planet".
Disclaimer: We tried out a new mic setting this week and didn't realize until afterward that it could pick up keyboard strokes. Apologies.
As the end of Season 2 looms ever nearer, the Richley brothers turn their focus toward one of the greatest train mysteries of our time and try to find some justice for one of the best named characters of our time, Muggsy McGurk. What's more, John devises a foolproof, guaranteed to work plan to reunite Joe's favorite 90's band, Oasis. You're welcome, universe.
Welcome back, faithful listeners! Crank up the volume and bask in the glory of a Florida hero who is taking Hungry, Hungry Hippos to brave, new places. And if that isn't enough, you'll also find out what a disaster it would be if John were ever promoted and get the next chapter in Joe's fan fiction about "America's treasure; one Matt Dillon". Will the famed "heart transplant-ologist" finally be reunited with his love? Listen in and find out!
As the end of season 2 quickly approaches, the Richley brothers learn some valuable lessons in this week's offering. Follow along and test your own skills with questions such as...What's the best way to bake cookies on a George Foreman grill in Florida? How do you effectively photograph a jumping woman during a Christmas photoshoot in August? Sounds like a dreamscape wrapped in a vision quest. Listen in as Joe and John do their best to unravel these mysteries of the universe.
Avast me hearties! Ahoy matey's! In this week's episode, the Richley brothers celebrate National Talk Like a Pirate Day, discuss an imaginary Las Vegas trip with Chewbacca (of Star War's fame) and reimagine some of your favorite sports movies starring X-men characters. So tune in, listen up and bask in the glory of Joe having some kind of myocardial infarction over Iceman because..."this is for Earth's freedom!"
In an eleventh hour recording session, the Richley brothers unfurl their collective freak flags and dive into more Florida news and find out what Sean's definition of a "cool father" is. What's more, John does his best to plan one last heist and free his kidnapped son as well as map out the future plans for his vending machine business. If that isn't enough, Joe solves another mystery from the Sleuthing Shelf in record time. Hold onto your butts, everyone, because something "feels funny on my tongue"!
In a virtual eleventh hour recording and editing session, the Richley brothers struggle to come up with the title of their latest offering. Other finalists include, but are not limited to..."The bender of all benders", "We tend to be anti-killing" and "Do the loins ever fit well?!". Did they choose correctly? Judge for yourselves and email your thoughts to thepremiseisridiculous@gmail.com.
The Richley brothers soldier through some technical difficulties to bring you this episode. Listen in as they discuss not one, but two Florida men, complete an Avengers mad lib for the ages (Is "Black" the best color for Widow? What is Thor really the god of?) and utterly fail to solve The Case of the Wooden Bridge. Good thing they're only attempting to solve pretend crimes.
Disclaimer: A few words and phrases were lost in the recording process and we sincerely hope it doesn't negatively impact your listening experience. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.
The Richley brothers run the gamut in this week's episode. From planning a hypothetical trip to Las Vegas with the incomparable Jeff Goldblum to making sure the totally comparable Dave Coulier cranks out those license plates, Joe and John can't help themselves. But, wait...there's more! The two quadragenarians are completely stumped by The Case of the Dead Broker as well as how many piece of fried chicken can comfortably fit into a grown man's trousers. One last thought...are "quadragenarians" really a thing?
The Richley brothers are answering the tough questions in this episode. Is "welter" a word? Is Ragu sauce flammable? Is it pronounced pecan or pecan? And, finally, how long is this podcast? Join in as they jump back into news from the Sunshine State and attempt to solve "The Case of the Shattered Door".
Disclaimer: At about the 8:00 minute mark, a singular curse word is uttered. Nothing awful, but we just wanted you to know.
Despite some early technical snafus, the Richley brothers cannonball into season 2's midway point with their usual gusto. John makes things difficult as he tries to weave Dolly Parton into The Golden Girls Universe and give Florida a new nickname. Joe, on the other hand, paints a glorious word picture and describes a trip to the "City of Sin" with none other than Dorothy Zbornak and lets us know what Mustafa (from Florida) "proudly declares" (hint: it's not bankruptcy).
In a bittersweet episode, the Richley brothers dedicate a show to fan favorite contributor and premier "Zaner", Chris. Joe and John break with tradition and discuss an Arizonian who needs a new job and an all new Joe's "Chris-tery" Corner. And if all of that wasn't enough, Joe continues with his escapades as a heart transplant-ologist and his feelings for Matt Dillon.
Another remotely recorded episode, this one almost has it all. That's a gross overstatement. This episode does actually discuss a lot; including, but not limited to, what Judge Reinhold would do at a wedding, a drink Joe says, "tastes like lightnting", the first ever "John's Sleuthing Corner" segment, the activities of "King Florida" and a completely random Phoebe Cates reference. How much would you pay for an episode like this? A nickel. Tops.
On the cusp of jetpacks, the Richley brothers seek to finally identify the "ultimate superhero" and to determine what a 68 year-old Floridian does with barnacles. In addition, Joe's feelings towards Mickey Rourke and his "ham hands" can no longer remain hidden, but come bursting forth. Listen in and join the celebration of (unofficial) National Gary Day!
Disclaimer: At some point, Joe claims The Flash as being a part of the MCU. This, like many things the brothers claim, is wildly incorrect. To the best of our knowledge, The Flash, fabulous costume and all, remain firmly fixed in the DCEU.
Welcome back, True Believers! In another remotely recorded session, Joe and John briefly sing the theme from the '90s X-Men cartoon, discuss their love for the name T'Challa and make some decidedly difficult decisions. Long story, short; they talk about superheroes a whole lot!
In their longest outing to date, the Richley brothers seek to expose one of Joe's greatest fears, the secrets of time travel and the happenings in a closet at Daytona State College. Strap in as the duo also dissects a USA Today Best Superhero bracket and finally discusses Powers Booth. How did that take 40 episodes? Last thought, Joe is not the Winter Soldier...but, is he? Find out!
As in most things, the Richley brothers believe in balance when it comes to "true" crime. In this episode, the brothers tackle both sides of the justice system. Listen in as Joe plans out his self-proclaimed "greatest crime ever" and as the duo puts their crime solving skills to their test in Joe's Mystery Corner and The Case of the Whispering Finger. Yes, really.
Disclaimer: In a follow up to the idiocy of the last two episodes, the Richley brothers will refer to this episode as 38. As with most things, and proven on a regular basis, they are boneheads at best. This is in fact episode 39.
Double Secret Disclaimer: Hopefully the two knuckleheads will get their stories straight in the next episode. Thank you for your patience!
Tune in and find out John's plan for three pinnacles of modern society, Elton John, Bruce Wayne and Optimus Prime. In addition, and to celebrate the month, the Richley brothers try their hands at bringing two more universes together...Disney Princesses and disaster movie plots. This can't possibly fail, right?
Disclaimer: In a follow up to last episode's idiocy, the Richley brothers will refer to this episode as 37. As with most things, and proven on a regular basis, they are nincompoops. This is in fact episode 38.
In this episode, dear listeners, Joe and John invite you to vicariously live out Joe's car theft daydreams, bring another culprit to justice in Joe's mystery corner and discuss the travesty that was Joe's recent grilled cheese experience. Also shout out to our unofficial sponsor, Brioschi!
Disclaimer: The Richley brothers will refer to this episode as 36. As with most things, and proven on a regular basis, they are idiots. This is in fact episode 37.
This week's episode brings another delve into the updated Theme Songs segment with a bevy of lion-based tunes. The Richley brothers also try and figure out why Barry in Florida is pretending to be a law enforcement officer as well as what happens when you combine two different universes...Star Wars and rom-com movies.
In the latest episode of season two, Joe and John unveil a new twist on an classic segment and finally bring Queen Elizabeth II into the discussion. The brothers also discuss where you can and cannot bring pets in Florida and add another chapter to their Star Wars fan fiction...what would Chewbacca do with a Twitter account?
The Richley brothers are sparkin' in on a jet boat this week as they unveil their revamped "Walk Outs" segment, get cozy in Joe's Mystery Corner and discover what's afoot on Mimosa Avenue. Grab your reading cardigan, some hot cocoa and hold onto your butts!
Welcome back, faithful listeners! In this episode, the Richley brothers unpack their feelings about pickles and try to determine whether or not Kevin Malone was actually a criminal mastermind. Is the gig finally up?
It's a new year and the Richley brothers have a brand new segment, Joe's Mystery Corner. Tune in as Joe and John try to not only figure out who has kidnapped the balloon man, but discuss their love for all things Prince and the best ways to celebrate the solstice.
Welcome to Season 2 of the show! In this episode, the Richley brothers welcome a new guest in the studio, dive into some fascinating music history and try to get to the bottom of Joe's feelings for Judd Nelson.
In this, the thirtieth episode, Joe and John celebrate National Pasta Day, jump into some Mad Libs, share some Fun Facts and even attempt to answer the age-old question: How much does a Taun Taun weigh?
Join in as Joe does his best to teach John about DC Comics, Daniel does his best to find out Victoria's Secret and the brothers do their best to shove it into overdrive and determine how many of life's moments need "Highway to the Danger Zone" as their soundtrack.
Join the Richley brothers as they dive head first into possibly the most difficult segment of Sky Dive/Yard Work/Moon in history, add another chapter to their ever growing Star Wars compendium and try to figure out precisely what a "salty droid" is. Special note: exactly zero animals were given adult beverages
Joe and John are "outtatime" as they hop into their personal DeLorean and propel themselves first to 2013 and the Sunshine State before heading straight to the golden age of teen sitcoms. In an expanded version of the $15 Challenge, the Richley brothers attempt to create an original '90s teen sitcom from the discarded remains of the past in an almost Frankenstein-esque manner. Where is Paul Pfiefer? What's Geoffrey Butler up to? And, who invited Wayne Arnold?!
The world's foremost expert on all things Billy Zane and Celine Dion rejoins the Richley brothers in a new segment aimed at giving the listeners exactly what the want - movie reviews for decades old films. Grab all the denim you can find because it's time to discuss Tremors!
The Richley brothers are back to their "regular" schedule in this musically centered episode. Everyone's favorite "Zaner", Chris, is back as he and Joe try to build rock and roll's next super group, answering the age-old question; Is there such a thing as too many Celine Dion's? Spoiler: Absolutely not.
Dive right into the deep end of this episode, a first of its kind, where the Richley brothers address a fan's email question and try to decide whether or not swimming pools are, in fact, public baths. A very special thank you goes out to Ferret! Snorkel check!
Join the Richley brothers as they wrap up their Shawshank Redemption discussion and finally talk about what they enjoy about the movie. Also, find out what Earl in Florida has in common with dear, old Andy.
And thus begins the second installment in the Richley brothers’ Shawshank Redemption trilogy. Is Andy actually guilty? Is Red Irish? And how great is Gil Bellows?!
Back indoors, Joe and John delve a little too greedily and too deep into one of their favorite movies, The Shawshank Redemption. Join the brothers in the first of a three part series as they try to determine the answer to an age-old question...Is Andy actually guilty?
In their second episode recorded in the great outdoors, the Richley brothers attempt to right the wrongs of the Skywalker Saga by focusing on more Lando-centric plots. In addition, this also marks the culmination of the Parks and Rec bracket. Who will be crowned the greatest Pawnee-ian of all time? Will it be Ron? Or Andy? Maybe, in an unexpected turn of events, Bobby Newport, Jr. finds himself inexplicably back in the race?
Crelbows deep in their Parks and Rec character bracket, Joe and John record in their new, al fresco studio. Listen closely for the sounds of Mother Nature, emergency sirens and a talk on the timeless majesty of “Ice, Ice Baby”.
On the cusp of their twentieth episode, the Richley brothers add another chapter to their Golden Girls fan fiction and attempt to answer the question plaguing society for years...Which Parks and Rec character is best?
In this very special episode, Joe gets a chance to live out a life long dream and create his very own Avengers team in the all new, “$15 challenge”. The brothers also attempt to determine how many of life’s scenarios should have Europe’s, “The Final Countdown” as background music. (spoiler alert: all of them)
Join the Richley brothers, Joe and John, as they dive head first into the Scooby-verse. Maybe they’ll be able to find out what Mystery, Inc. has been hiding all along...
Clearly making a play for the People's Choice Podcast Awards, in this episode, the Richley brothers dive head-first into a game of “Heads Up” (in addition to their typical hijinks, that is).
In this episode, self-proclaimed "Zaner”, Chris, is back to help Joe and John determine if Jack Dawson is Jon Connor’s grandfather and why is Florida Andy so “galactically stupid”.
A landmark episode in which the Richley brothers welcome their first ever special corespondent, Chris, to discuss “what else is soup”, a Billy Zane fan club and add even more to their post-Skywalker Saga script.
In the thirteenth, and spookiest, episode to date, Joe and John discuss sky diving with Optimus Prime and attempt to get to the bottom of all the murders in Cabot Cove, Maine. Listen...if you dare...
In this, the twelfth installment, the Richley brothers begin their post-Skywalker Saga script and answer a very intriguing listener question from longtime fan, Johntosaurus Williams.
Hold on to your butts, avid listeners! In this episode, Joe and John launch into a completely original theory connecting Jurassic Park, the MCU and the DCEU. Ian Malcolm, eat your heart out.
Recorded on location and in their first double digit episode, the brothers add another chapter to their Golden Girls fan fiction, compile a phenomenal film soundtrack and try to figure out what “dyfm” and “syy” mean.
Welcome back, avid listeners! In this episode, Joe and John introduce a brand new segment, get into more pizza related mischief and try to figure out the true identity of Jerry-Larry-Gary-Terry from Parks and Rec.
In this installment, the Richley brothers find out what Axel from Florida is up to, discuss the possibility of sky diving with The Italian Stallion’s greatest nemesis and get elbows deep in a burrito vs chimichanga debate. Hold onto your butts. (Note: apologies for the audio problems, were working diligently to resolve them)
Tune in as Joe and John try to figure out what to do with Johnny Depp in space and whether or not Zack Morris is the lord of all reality.
In this episode, The Golden Girls Compendium gets a new chapter and the English language gets a new word. The brothers also discuss doing some yard work with Mr. Belding.
Joe and John discuss the potentials in a Las Vegas trip with Sir Mix-A-Lot and get to the bottom of the infamous Darth Jar-Jar.
Join us as we discuss a Florida woman with bubble gut and what we’d like to do with some celebrities.
In this Episode, the brothers get to the bottom of Home Alone. Was it Uncle Frank all along?
The introductory episode in which the Richley brother introduce themselves (via childhood anecdote) and the podcast. Listen to discussions involving head trauma, yard work with celebrities and the “official” definition of a sandwich.
This is the trailer for a fresh, new podcast, The Premise is Ridiculous, from hosts Joe and John Richley. In it, the brothers cannonball into unscripted and unrehearsed conversations spanning the nerd-verse. Subscribe and follow along for these thoughtful (sometimes), absurd (oftentimes) and fun (always) discussions.