Foundation Radio
132 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsTune in every Tuesday to join host Adam Barnard for engaging conversation, notable guests, pro wrestling news, and even a game of Dungeons and Dragons or two.
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Don't Planic
May 12, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MBWe just wanted this to be about Mother's Day, but 2020 never stops getting more objectively awful, and we just can't seem to stay away from conspiracies. The Gang dives into "Plandemic", murder hornets, and stay at home protestors. Adam struggles for words on how so many smart people in our stratosphere have been captivated by such abject madness like "Plandemic", Greg explains the dangers of "gish gallop" in context to this video, and Geoff finally gets a win as Dr. Ruth admits she has a ne...
Dungeons & Dragons II: Hawthorne's Revenge
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBGreg the Dungeon Master leads The Gang through a brand new, quarantine quest in Dungeons & Dragons! When we last left our heroes, the dastardly Dr. Hones had escaped with the magical Hammer of Gorb. Now, the team must assemble again for a new journey. Hans Butterfield (Adam) and Pierce Hawthorne (Joe) are reunited once more. Together with adventurers Kolk Stonehammer (Geoff) and Olga (Dr. Ruth), Hans and Pierce are summoned to assist Scott Brown the Great in his quest for flux ore. Perhaps th...
COVID-19 Killed The Radio Star II
April 21, 2020 10:45 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBNo topic, no problem! Geoff and Dr. Ruth finally have it out over Adam West, Adam talks Joe Biden and the general election, Greg tells us about the first movie he saw as a kid that he probably shouldn't have, and Joe loudly makes eggs while we're talking. All this, plus how to say "croissant", today on Foundation Radio! For real time updates on the coronavirus in your area, click here. For all available information regarding coronavirus and what to do to protect yourself, visit the CDC webs...
Conrad Thompson
April 14, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBAn extra special episode today with "The Podfather" of professional wrestling, Conrad Thompson! Conrad stops by for a conversation with Adam on pro wrestling, whether REIT will be a worthwhile investment if the housing market tanks, and the Vice docuseries "Dark Side of the Ring". All of that, plus thoughts on the Firefly Fun House match and whether he thinks Scott Steiner will get into the WWE Hall of Fame, today on Foundation Radio! Check out all of Conrad's content, including every single ...
The World is Lava
April 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBQuarantine has accomplished something that’s never been done before: a live show with all six members present (well, through Discord, anyway). The Gang dissects the Netflix sensation “Tiger King”, Wrestlemania 36, and what they‘ve been enjoying since the “stay at home” orders went into effect a month ago in Pennsylvania. For real time updates on the coronavirus in your area, click here. For all available information regarding coronavirus and what to do to protect yourself, visit the CDC web...
COVID-19 Killed the Radio Star
March 23, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBThe first of many unorthodox shows coming to you from Foundation Radio. A real time documented oral history of the coronavirus outbreak in the States, this episode is a series of voice memos and voicemails over a one week period. Every member of the show records their thoughts, musings, worries, and moments that kept them through the first full week of the new normal under the coronavirus quarantine. These clips are followed by a Skype recording with Adam, Greg, Geoff, and Dr. Ruth. After the...
Neil deGrasse Tyson
March 16, 2020 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBAdam digs into our WCUR archives for a replay of Foundation Radio's interview of Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson from 2012. Adam, Greg, and Jake Summers walk through Dr. Tyson's newest publication at the time, "Space Chronicles", how much is actually spent on NASA, what's on Dr. Tyson's iPod, and his formal response to the Pluto controversy. Listen after the interview to hear a follow up conversation with Adam and Dr. Tyson from a live show in Hershey, PA from 2017. We'll keep bringing you content as...
The Fandom Menace
March 10, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBThe Gang goes deep into how lousy fandoms can be. Dr. Ruth walks us through what it's like to be mansplained even as an accomplished D&D DM, Geoff talks awful Star Wars fans, Greg's drinking Mad Elf, and Adam defends the recent WWE Super ShowDown results, plus a coronavirus update, this week on Foundation Radio! ***SPOILERS ON BETRAYAL LEGACY AHEAD - LISTEN AT YOUR OWN RISK*** To check out the app Greg mentioned on the show today for real time updates on the coronavirus in your area, click he...
Goldberg vs. The Fiend
February 28, 2020 13:56 - 22 minutes - 10.9 MBAdam brings you a special bonus episode of the show with a recap of the controversial Super ShowDown main event between Goldberg and "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt, the performative outrage on Twitter and other social media surrounding the finish, and why this title switch this close to WrestleMania is a smart business move. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/foundationradio/support
The Beer Summit
February 25, 2020 15:32 - 59 minutes - 54 MBFor weeks, we’ve been captivated by the fight between Joe and Geoff, and their beef over Miller High Life comes to a head with The Beer Summit. Between IPAs and Bud Light Lime, we find out just how awful beer can be. Find out which beer was the “Worst in Show”, the best way to smoke your own lox, how Hamm’s Beer saved the day, and just under one full minute of Joe belching into the microphone. Count the minutes it takes for Adam and Greg to start slurring their words, plus James the Beer Kid’...
Cancel Culture Isn't Real
February 11, 2020 14:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBDoes being "cancelled" actually happen? Adam, Greg, Joe, Geoff, and Dr. Ruth pull apart the controversies surrounding "Tropic Thunder", Mel Gibson, Kobe Bryant, and everything in between to uncover whether cancel culture is a real thing. Phrases you can't say, Penn State, our first ever censored content on the program, Goldberg vs. "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt, plus a follow up on "Grittygate" and the scheduling of a beer showdown between Joe and Geoff - this week, on a jam packed Foundation Radio!...
Tossed Salad and Scrambled Eggs
January 28, 2020 14:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBThe Gang celebrates Joe's triumphant return and talks men's mental health. The show picks up after a power outage at Blaoufington Hall, which was totally unrelated to our conspiracy theory episode and caused us to lose the first twenty minutes of recording. Yup, completely unrelated and not terrifying at all. Finland’s on to us... Adam speaks about his former struggles with food, Greg finally scolds Adam for interrupting, Joe is mesmerized by Braun Strowman, and Geoff has some choice words on...
Finland Isn't Real
January 13, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBBreak out your tin foil hats and electromagnetic wave blockers, The Gang's gone full tilt boogie. Adam, Greg, Geoff, and Dr. Ruth explore some of the craziest conspiracy theories they've ever heard. From QAnon to JFK, we take a look at all of the wildest theories around, plus the one each of them believes is plausible. The Gang gives their thoughts on the "Marquee Theories" of our time, but Adam brings the house down with a theory about Finland. All this, plus how to properly make grilled che...
The Rise of Skywalker
December 23, 2019 18:52 - 1 hour - 55 MBThe final chapter of the Skywalker Star Wars saga has arrived, and The Gang has a ton of ground to cover: What they liked, what they didn’t, where it all came together, and where it didn't quite stick the landing. Spoilers await you, plus a very special holiday greeting from Michael Rapaport, on our final episode of the year! Want to advertise with us? Email us at [email protected]. Find us online here, and follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Hosted by Adam Barnard, Greg Mead, Sam...
The I Word
December 10, 2019 02:44 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBFor the first time ever, The Gang goes where Foundation Radio has yet to go... historical papers! Dr. Ruth Almy joins Adam, Greg, and Geoff as they discuss her soon to be published piece about "Star Wars" and genocide. Geoff shares a really crazy story about stolen comic books, Greg shares his excitement about PAX Unplugged, and Adam debuts his newest segment, "On Another Note", about the Sami Zayn incident that happened in Daytona Beach, FL on December 8th. Also, The Gang dives head first i...
Friendsgiving (Butt Game)
November 26, 2019 11:00 - 43 minutes - 98.6 MBIt’s sheer pandemonium at Blaoufington Hall for Friendsgiving. Our very first “drunk show”, The Gang is joined by Matt “Fifth Beatle” Toal and Carl Pannell for a Tröegs Mad Elf fueled breakdown of “The Mandalorian”, plus a recap of Adam’s front row SmackDown experience with James. Cream puffs, Toal Time’s pay channel language, and the destruction of “The War on Christmas” - this week on Foundation Radio! Special thanks to Courtney Barnard, Tröegs Independent Brewing, Katarina Knöß, Melissa ...
Welcome to Quinnterfell
November 11, 2019 17:22 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBWelcome To Quinnterfell The Gang marks the beginning of a new and exciting era in this surprise episode of Foundation Radio. Adam cannot get over Hell In A Cell 2019, Greg's dressed like he's performing a live action "Rocko's Modern Life", Sam talks about an amazing new movement through YouTube, and Geoff is geeking about "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker". Joe will be back for our next episode upon his return from hand gliding through the Swiss Alps. To find out more information, or how ...
Cas Haley
November 05, 2019 15:00 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBMusician Cas Haley joins Adam on the podcast! Cas discusses his career, from his early beginnings to his show-stopping performance on Season 2 of "America's Got Talent". Cas and Adam discuss life on the road, how cool David Hasselhoff really is in person, and what it means to stay true to yourself. Cas also performs "Open Eyes" from his newest album, "Lessons and Blessings". Another incredible interview on today's episode of Foundation Radio! Keep up to date on Cas' tour dates, new music, a...
Charles Shan Cerrone
October 22, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBAdam talks fotógrafo y fotógrafo with renowned international photographer Charles Shan Cerrone. Shan details his unbelievable journey to North Korea as one of a handful of international photographers to cover their 2016 Air Show, and gives a truly incredible view behind the curtain into daily life in the region. A true outsider’s look at the most secretive country on Earth, plus conversations about exactly how close he was to ISIS fighters in Iraq, on this week’s episode of Foundation Radio! ...
Brad Feinberg
October 08, 2019 23:20 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBFitness trainer extraordinaire Brad Feinberg joins Adam for an interview on today's episode! Sam, Greg, and Adam talk about their struggles with weight loss and what their favorite gluttonous meals are. Then, Adam talks to Brad about his early start in fitness, his reasons to move to Las Vegas, and how he linked up with the lead singer of Imagine Dragons, Dan Reynolds. Brad talks about his work with Adam's fitness goals, the #LoveYourself campaign, and so much more on this motivating episode ...
Bill Goldberg
September 24, 2019 16:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBA very special episode of Foundation Radio about anti-bullying, featuring former WCW Heavyweight Champion and WWE Universal Champion Bill Goldberg. Adam and Geoff are joined by the iconic Goldberg for a conversation about bullying, respect, and the importance of his role in the public, and shares some incredible words with James directly! See the CBS3 Philadelphia news report on James here: https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2019/08/28/coatesville-james-barnard-worried-about-school-bullies-get...
Tommy Chong
September 12, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBAdam and Joe have an incredible conversation with the iconic Tommy Chong! Tommy talks to the gang about his cannabis company, Chong's Choice, his favorite project with Cheech Marin, and what he really think is going to happen to you know who when he leaves office. Chong's Choice is only available now in six states, so if you're listening in Arizona, California, Colorado, Montana, Oregon, or Washington State, check out all of Tommy's incredible products at www.chongschoice.com. Want to adver...
Cancel Woodstock
August 01, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBThe Gang tries to understand exactly why anyone on Earth would want to set up, let alone go, to Woodstock 50. Joe tells us about what he felt during skydiving, and Sam stands up for Metallica (sort of). Greg tries to talk serious science, but Adam only wants to know about space poop, and we finally get to hear that Ray Davies story that was too hot for our WCUR reunion show. All of this, plus this Area 51 nonsense, in Episode 8 of Foundation Radio! Special thanks to this week’s sponsor, Ost...
Dungeons & Dragons
July 18, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBThe Gang's all here and we're getting nerdy. Super nerdy. Greg the Dungeon Master leads us through our first Dungeons & Dragons quest together. Hans Butterfield (Adam), Ostorin Pethomin (Sam), Pierce Hawthorne (Joe), Roth Rank (Matt Toal), and Walf Axebringer (Taylor Cooper) travel to a magical land to retrieve Gorb's hammer for Dr. Hones. But their journey will be treacherous. Can they retrieve the hammer as a team and come out alive? How many skulls does Walf Axebringer split in battle? Can...
Dungeons and Dragons
July 18, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThe Gang's all here and we're getting nerdy. Super nerdy. Greg the Dungeon Master leads us through our first Dungeons & Dragons quest together. Hans Butterfield (Adam), Ostorin Pethomin (Sam), Pierce Hawthorne (Joe), Roth Rank (Matt Toal), and Walf Axebringer travel to a magical land to retrieve Gorb's hammer for Dr. Hones. But their journey will be treacherous. Can they retrieve the hammer as a team and come out alive? How many skulls does Walf Axebringer split in battle? Can Adam and Joe ...
Darren Prince
July 03, 2019 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBAdam and Greg sit down for a chat with sports and celebrity agent extraordinaire, Darren Prince. The guys talk to Darren about becoming "Prince of Cards", exactly how many of those famous Billy Ripken baseball cards he had, his involvement in the famous feud ending meeting between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, and how he almost lost everything to painkillers. Darren's story is not just a cautious reminder of the dangers of opioids, but a remarkable story of redemption. Pick up Darren's book, ...
Joe Cool
June 27, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBThe whole squad’s here at the MBN Studios for the first time together. Adam can’t wait to start his Facebook friend purge, Greggy Two Phones tells us about the fun sights he sees as an environmental technician, Sam talks about his boredom with “Ghostbusters”, and it takes just under three and a half minutes for Joe to be officially too cool for the show. Tune in as we talk Captain America, Caddyshack 2, and Ortolan (seriously, this Ortolan thing is really odd...) IG: https://www.instagram.c...
David Tuck
June 13, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBAdam and Greg sit down for a powerful conversation with David Tuck, a survivor of the Holocaust. David shares his remarkable story of survival, courage, and the will to carry on, even when all seemed lost. He shares about his time in Auschwitz, finding love after the horrors he endured, and a special message for those subjected to bullying. Geoff Quinn, HAMEC’s Education Director, joins the panel for insight and historical context. Warning: This episode contains subject matter that may be sen...
“Ja, Eich Ben Ein Jude.” with David Tuck
June 13, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBAdam and Greg sit down for a powerful conversation with David Tuck, a survivor of the Holocaust. David shares his remarkable story of survival, courage, and the will to carry on, even when all seemed lost. He shares about his time in Auschwitz, finding love after the horrors he endured, and a special message for those subjected to bullying. Geoff Quinn, HAMEC’s Education Director, joins the panel for insight and historical context. Warning: This episode contains subject matter that may be s...
The Jump Off
May 30, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBFresh off their WCUR reunion show, the squad regroups at the MBN Studio for their first official podcast. Adam talks about a particularly rude rock star, Greg reveals his slight disappointment in the GoT finale, and Sam explains the Nielsen ratings. IG: https://www.instagram.com/foundation_radio/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/foundationradiopod Intro Music: https://www.instagram.com/dumb.ugly/ Outro Music: Carl Pannell & Jason Silvester --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/foundat...
The Gang Invades WCUR (with Jess Margera)
May 16, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBThe Gang reunited at West Chester University, inside the hallowed walls of WCUR-FM for the night. Adam, Greg, Sam, and Joe reflected on their time at the station and shook the dust off their mics. “Reverend” Jess Margera & “Definitely British” Chris Weyh came to hang out and debut their brand-new project, “Sovereign Eagle”, which you can download here: flyinghighnow.bandcamp.com Special Thanks to Matt “Fifth Beatle” Toal, Rich Manfredi, H.G. Salmon at Solid Performance KTM in Downingtown, ...
The Preview
May 02, 2019 04:00 - 41 minutes - 75.4 MBAdam and Sam take a trip back in time to bring you some of our favorite clips from our time at WCUR. Having that platform offered us a plethora of hilarious moments, incredible musical guests, and interviews we never thought we’d land. Tune in to hear our on-air Cinnamon Challenge, the real reason we call Greg “C-Note”, and an interview montage worthy of any Stallone film. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/foundationradio/support