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In episode 20, Chuck talks about Frisbee®! First things first: Frisbee® is a registered trademark of Wham-O. He talks about Frisbee Golf and Ultimate (formerly known as Ultimate Frisbee). From previous episodes you may have gathered that Chuck’s not really into sports. Well that’s true, but he loves to throw these plastic flying discs! And...

In episode 19, Chuck talks with his friend Bill Baker about craft beer! We’re not talking about the mass-produced swill the big boys pump out. We’re talking about the fine and varied brews created from yeast, malt, hops, and water. Bill believes every kind of beer has its place. Chuck believes that too but not...

In episode 18, Chuck talks about summer! Here in Chicago, it’s not so much the heat it’s the humidity! (Thanks, mom!) What’s not to like about summery things? What’s not to love about picnics, beaches, and fireworks? Hold on to your hats, would you believe Chuck could find fault with these things! What’s the deal...

In episode 17, Chuck talks with his friend Tom Kearney about acting! Tom talks about how he got his start in acting on the stage. Tom acts in plays, and he has directed plays. Chuck talks about the first time he tried to see Tom act in a play. Chuck and Tom trade theories of...

In episode 16, Chuck talks about award shows! What’s the point of these things? Why do people watch these shows? Why does Chuck watch these shows? Of course there are the big four (E. G. O. T.), but there are plenty of other awards that shouldn’t mean much to most folks. Do you watch award...

In episode 15, Chuck talks with his friends, Alan and Eli Tecktiel. That’s plural! It’s the first time there has been more than one guest on an episode of the podcast! Chuck, Alan, and Eli talk about vinyl records. These things were almost extinct! Thanks to the hipsters (and some artists and Eli), the medium...

In episode 14, Chuck talks about theatergoing! Yes, it’s a noun—look it up! Chuck loves going to the theater to see plays. He’ll see a drama, a comedy, a dramedy, and maybe even a musical (maybe). Oh, but he doesn’t love everything about the theatergoing experience (surprise)—see it’s also an adjective! Tell Chuck about your...

In episode 13, Chuck talks with his friend, Tom Greene, over the phone. That’s right listeners, it’s the first episode recorded over the phone! (The host has mad tech skills!) Chuck and Tom talk about people all people must deal with—jerks! Admit it, you’ve been a jerk. Chuck and Tom admit when they’ve been jerks....

In episode 12, Chuck talks about bagels! For those who know him, they know he has a bit of a routine when it comes to bagels. He talks about the controversial history of bagels and a little about how they ended up all over North America. How are they made? What can you put on...

In episode 11, Chuck sits down with his friend, Corey Lynn, to talk about Columbo. It’s the classic television series starring Peter Falk as a lieutenant in the Los Angeles police department who has to solve a murder. What’s so special about this series? The viewer already knows whodunit! The beauty and fun of it...

In episode 10, Chuck talks about tacos because the episode is being posted on a Tuesday. (Figure it out.) He explains a bit of their history and why they turned into the things wrapped in hard shells with ground beef, lettuce, and cheese, which is how many gringos know them. The basic protein fillings are...

In episode 9, Chuck sits down with his friend, Amy Henderson, to talk about Oak Park, Illinois. It’s a western suburb and it has lots to offer. Amy and her family live in Oak Park, and we discuss all of this town has to offer. Frank Lloyd Wright and Ernest Hemingway fans should consider a...

In episode 8, Chuck talks about the Vietnamese noodle dish known as Pho. It’s the national dish of Vietnam, and it’s normally eaten for breakfast. You’ll hear it pronounced so that it rhymes with duh or so that it rhymes with go. Pronounce it however you like; but when you’re feeling low, have a bowl...

In episode 7, Chuck sits down with his friend, Joel Albright, to talk about pizza. Chuck and Joel grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago, and when they were teenagers, they both worked at pizza joints. There’s a little history, nostalgia, and discussion about the different types of pizza available in the Chicago area....

In episode 6, Chuck talks about hot dogs. He loves him some hot dogs, and living in Chicago gives him oh so many places to enjoy them. What can be said about a hot dog that hasn’t been said already? Who cares? Just sit back, listen carefully, and you might be able to figure out...

In episode 5, Chuck sits down with his best friend, Dave Ryan, to talk about the comedy team icons. There were actually Six Stooges over the course of their run: Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Curly Howard, Shemp Howard, Joe Besser, and Curly-Joe DeRita. We talk about some of our favorite shorts, scenes, and lines from...

In episode 4, Chuck talks about the trains, buses, and bikes meant for the masses. He doesn’t own a car any more, so these are the things he relies on to get around—these and the kindness of strangers (and not the bikes). He’s used public transportation all across these United States and in Canada and...

In episode 3, Chuck sits down with his friend Mary Catherine (Britty) Pastoret. We talk about Masterpiece (formerly known as Masterpiece Theatre) on PBS. From Upstairs, Downstairs to Downton Abbey, we talk about why we love (well, really why Britty loves) these shows. And, hey, it doesn’t matter if you’re rich or poor; that’s one...

In episode 2, I, your host, Chuck Schlaudraff, sit down alone to share some thoughts about the eleven podcasts I listen to on a regular basis. Well ok, this episode is not really all that funny I suppose. But if in the mid-sixties, people endured a season of My Mother the Car, then you can...

In the very first episode, I, your host, Chuck Schlaudraff, sit down with my very first guest, Scott Glennon (my brother). We talk about this great city we love—Chicago. It’s the great city we live in, the great city we work in, and the great city that is home to the Hungry for Laughs! studio....