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House Hacks Podcast

50 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -

A fun Bowling podcast where we talk all aspects of the sport!! Weekly guests, Weekly Topics, with fun, Chatting and much more!!

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Episode 46: @ Nationals Live w/ Heath Bell talking Bowling & Baseball!!!

May 03, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

Hi all, here is Episode 46 of the House Hacks Podcast, in this episode we are live at USBC Nationals in South Point Casino Bowling Center. We have Heath Bell as our usual guest and we also get to speak with Lou Mathews (Pops) and Nick Powanda who we all know and Love.  We will discuss a lot of Baseball with Heath and a little bowling talk as well.  This was a fun episode and there some great hilarious moments.  Please excuse the loud music at the beginning, this was during the Singles and ...

EPISODE 45: 150 YEARS OF BOWLING WITH TWO OLD FARTS!!!!

April 07, 2024 23:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

In this episode we have two Hall of Famers Rod Hildebrand & Lou Mathews (Pops), this was an epic episode, with  some awesome stories and just plain bowling fun.  You will not want to miss this, and Jeff Knopov (AKA: Joe Konopy) was his usual self.. We have all of our usual banter and slapstick.  We have Jeff's Menorah Meltdown, Toms Report, as well as Keith's corner!! We appreciate you all listening, just by listening you support us. If you have any questions or ideas please feel free to c...

Episode 44, New Beginnings, New Equipment!!!

March 17, 2024 08:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

In this short episode we discuss the changes in the podcast, our new equipment, etc... We will also talk a little bowling. We will not have Jeff or Tom on this episode. To learn more, just listen to the short 15  minutes and you will know!!! Please forgive any issues you discover as we are learning the new Podcast Equipment. Thank You for listening and God Bless!!

EPISODE 43: 2023 RECAP WITH A MENORAH MELTDOWN!!!

January 08, 2024 07:00 - 2 hours - 102 MB

In this episode we discuss the 2023 episodes and recap the year. We also announce our new  co-host who definitely brings a whole new flavor to our podcast.  This episode is absolutely hilarious and will not disappoint..  Thank you for listening  God Bless

EPISODE 42: END OF 2023 WITH JEFF KNOPOV & TIM URSILLO, SWEET JESUS!!!

December 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Here it is friends, the final episode of 2023. In this episode we have probably our two most popular guests, Tim Ursillo and Jeff Knopov. Definitely an episode you dont want to miss, lots of fun and laughs as with any episode with these guys.  We will talk about Tim's PBA adventures and Jeff as per the usual will just say random shit, and quite possibly answer questions, but dont get your hopes up!!! We will have a Tom's top ten, sorta!! There we also sorta have a Keith's corner. Thank yo...

EPISODE 41: SDUSBC PRESIDENT PARRA "MAKE BOWLING GREAT AGAIN"

September 13, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB

In this episode, we interview new President of the San Diego United States Bowling Congress, Tony Parra. We are hopeful that Tony will "MAKE BOWLING GREAT AGAIN".... As per the usual we will talk bowling and throw in some off topic stuff as well. We however do not have a Keith's Corner or a Tom's Top Ten, but the next episode we will be back to the norm...  Thank you for listening and we appreciate your support. God Bless

EPISODE 40: MR. 300 IS BACK!!!!

July 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB

IN THIS EPISODE WE HAVE THE ONE AND ONLY MR 300, TIM URSILLO!!!   AS PER THE USUAL, WE TALK BOWLING AND MORE THAN LIKELY THERE WILL BE SOME GOLF TALK.  ENJOY THIS EPISODE, AND WE WILL SEE YOU NEXT EPISODE!! THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!!!

EPISODE: 39 - 2023 NATIONALS RECAP AND OFF TOPIC DISCUSSION!!!!

May 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

In this episode we recap our 2023 National Championship in Reno, Nevada. We also will be discussing some off topic stuff as well. Most importantly we have fun and just talk about whatever we want!!!    We will also be talking about upcoming City Tournament and other tournaments coming up..  Please enjoy and be sure and share with family and friends.. God Bless

EPISODE 38: Open Championships - How it all started. Jim Costello, & Michele Carter

April 10, 2023 03:00 - 2 hours - 93.9 MB

In this episode we have two very special guests, Michele Carter & the one and only King of the Nations Championship bowling Tournament Jim Costello.  We will be discussing how Jim Costello has created the largest group of bowlers with 96 Teams to be exact and growing to a possible 134 teams next year. We also have a return visit from an awesome bowler and just an awesome person who so many stories we cant fit it into one episode, Michele Carter, the current Queens Champion 2023. We have grea...

EPISODE 37: JUST US PODCAST GUYS TALKING BOWLING!!

March 19, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

In this episode, just us Podcast team guys talking bowling and some completely off topic subjects as well.. Random conversation and some fun moments, please enjoy and be sure and share with your friends and family.  Thank You for your continued listening support. God Bless

SPECIAL EPISODE 36: JEFF KNOPOV & TONY FORMANDO, OH CRAP!!!

January 11, 2023 02:00 - 2 hours - 86 MB

IN THIS EPISODE, WE INTERVIEW GOOD FRIENDS JEFF KNOPOV AND TONY FORMANDO. WELL, THE FLOOD GATES ARE OPEN IN THIS EPISODE, IF YOU LOVE COMEDY, WELL, THIS IS DEFINITELY THE EPISODE YOU WANT TO LISTEN TO. JEFF AND TONY ARE TWO OF THE CRAZIEST GUESTS WE HAVE HAD, TOM IS EVEN QUITE THE COMEDIAN IN THIS.  I WOULD RECOMMEND NOT MISSING THIS EPISODE, WE HAVE ALL THE USUAL BOWLING CHAT PLUS LOTS OF OTHER INTERESTING CONVERSATION THAT WILL HAVE YOU IN TEARS!!!! WE ALSO HAVE TOM'S TOP TEN, AS WELL AS K...

EPISODE 35: Is Jeff really that angry or is it because he is a lefty??

September 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

In this episode, we interview a good friend who seems very angry, but not really. Jeff Knopov is an awesome lefty, we have some stomach hurting laughs with this guy, and you don't want to miss this. We will have Keith's Corner, but Tom's top ten is taking a break this episode, but be assured, Tom will have his Top Ten ready for the next episode, and who knows, maybe I can think of a way to make Tom yell at me, which is usually pretty easy, but I love him!!! Thank you for your continued supp...

EPISODE 35: Is Jeff really that angry or is it because he is a lefty??

September 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

In this episode, we interview a good friend who seems very angry, but not really. Jeff Knopov is an awesome lefty, we have some stomach hurting laughs with this guy, and you don't want to miss this. We will have Keith's Corner, but Tom's top ten is taking a break this episode, but be assured, Tom will have his Top Ten ready for the next episode, and who knows, maybe I can think of a way to make Tom yell at me, which is usually pretty easy, but I love him!!! Thank you for your continued supp...

Episode 34: Steve, Keith & Tom - This is a bowling podcast dammit!!!

August 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

Hello, in this episode, its just us hosts and we will be discussing numerous topics, are they all about bowling??  Well, that is generally the plan, but with us three guys, you never know..   Please enjoy and as always, thank you for listening. God Bless 

EPISODE 33 - HAROLD HILL JR, GOLF OR BOWLING??

July 04, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

IN THIS EPISODE WE HAVE A GOOD  FRIEND AND FELLOW BOWLER HAROLD HILL JR IN HOUSE, WE DISCUSS HAROLDS BOWLING LIFE AND WE ALSO DISCUSS GOLF AND OF COURSE BOWLING.  AS USUAL, WE WILL HAVE TOM'S TOP TEN AND KEITH'S CORNER, AND OF COURSE KEITH HAS TO DEAL WITH TOM'S ANGER ISSUES, BUT HE IS GETTING HELP. OVERALL WE ARE JUST HAVING A GOOD TIME AND TALKING ABOUT WHATEVER!!! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING AND GOD BLESS!!!

Episode 32: Bowling and more with Klagge!!!

May 01, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

In this episode we interview Keith Klagge. Great discussion on pretty much anything we want to. However,  we will discuss bowling as that is what this Podcast is all about. We also have Keith's corner and Toms Top Ten.  Please enjoy this episode and share with your friends. God Bless

Marshall Kent, Heath Bell, Talking Balls, Bowling, and there might be Alcohol involved!!

April 14, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

This Podcast was recorded at USBC Nationals, this was an episode you will not forget.  We have Special Guests and Good Friends Marshall Kent who currently competes on the PBA Tour and World Bowling Tour. He has been a member of Junior Team USA, and is a six-time and current member of Team USA. He has won five PBA Tour titles and five PBA Regional titles. After 8 years as a member of the Storm Bowling pro staff, Kent accepted a sponsorship agreement with BIG Bowling in 2021. He is also spons...

EPISODE 30 - JUNIOR DEPOSITAR AND ANGER MANAGEMENT FOR TOM

March 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 second - 82.7 MB

HELLO FRIENDS AND FAMILY, IN THIS EPISODE WE INTERVIEW JUNIOR DEPOSITAR AND DEAL WITH TOM'S ANGER ISSUES, THIS WAS A FUN EPISODE WITH LOTS OF LAUGHS AND OF COURSE TWO MINUTES WITH TOM AND HE BRINGS BACK TOM'S TOP TEN.  ALSO, WE HAVE KEITH'S CORNER AND HE WILL HAVE A TAKE ON MAINTENANCE IN BOWLING ALLEYS WHICH SEEMS TO BE A LONG LOST PRACTICE THESE DAYS!!! PLEASE ENJOY AND FEEL FREE TO SEND US COMMENTS AND IDEAS FOR FUTURE EPISODES... GOD BLESS

EPISODE 29: BANGER BOWLING BALLS, HOLE POUNDER & SWAG!!!!!

January 31, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS A VARIETY OF TOPICS, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY WE DISCUSS BOWLING BALLS, WE HAVE KEITH'S CORNER, AND SORTA A TWO MINUTES WITH TOM... ALL IN ALL, YOU WILL ENJOY THIS EPISODE AS WE HAVE SOME GREAT LAUGHS AND SOME GREAT UPCOMING INFO FOR YOU...... PLEASE LISTEN AND ENJOY AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY!!!! R.I.P. CHARLES WOODROW HICKS III "CHUCK" GOD BLESS

EPISODE 28: LANA BANANA

December 12, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

In this episode we talk to Lana Lycan, we discuss her bowling life and some personal stuff as well. We also have Keith's Corner with another complaint or issue with someone or something.  Please enjoy and please forgive the sound issues!!! God Bless

Episode 27: J.A.T. (Junior AmateurTour) Live @ Parkway Bowl!!

September 26, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

In this episode we are set up live at Parkway bowl for the J.A.T. and we had a few guests on that you will recognize, we also had some Juniors who we interviewed as well. We hope enjoy this episode and continue to listen to every episode. Thank you for your support. God Bless

EPISODE 26: Mike Principato, COVID, Kidneys, Cancer & Bowling!!!!

September 02, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

In this episode we interview great friend and most importantly my (Keith's) doubles Partner, Mike Principato. We discuss a variety of topics including Mike's close call with death and how COVID actually saved him!!!     Please enjoy and be sure and share with you friends. God Bless

EPISODE 25 - One Year Anniversary w/ JoPo, and Shucky Ducky!!!!

August 09, 2021 21:00 - 2 hours - 101 MB

In this One Year Anniversary Episode, we interview our very first two guests JoPo (John Powanda), nd Shucky Ducky (Lyle D. Rollins). We will hear some great Bowling Stories as well as some more personal things about these two awesome bowlers and great friends. We will also be bringing up some changes to the Podcast for Season 2. Some Additions and some takeaways!! We will also be gong over the the previous 24 Episodes and where they ranked. So please listen and enjoy some great laughs and ju...

EPISODE 24: KMB (Kearny Mesa Bowl) Memories with Johnny Humble

July 13, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

In this episode we interview great friend Johnny Humble. We will be discussion Kearny Mesa Bowl and what happened, and the current situation with the possibility of getting another bowling center in San Diego, and much much more.. Toms top 10 has a little twist with some good laughs and just fun times...  Enjoy and God Bless!!

Episode 23: Bowling antics with Steve Warren

June 20, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

IN THIS EPISODE WE HAVE GREAT FRIEND AND FANTASTIC BOWLER STEVE WARREN, WE DISCUSS WARRENS BOWLING LIFE AMD MUCH MORE….  WE HAD SOME GREAT LAUGHS AND YOU WILL TOO, DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE!!! Thank and God Bless

Episode 22: (MLB and USBC Nationals Bowling)

June 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

In this episode we have a very special lineup of guests, first we interview Vince Wood who shot a perfect set (900).  Our second guest is PBA Bowler Marshall Kent, 4 time Winner, and last but not least our good friend and Great former Closer  for the San Diego Padres, 3 time All-Star Heath Bell.  We hope you enjoy this episode, because we definitely enjoyed recording it. Please Share with your friends and family Thank You and God Bless

Episode 22: (Vince Wood, Marshall Kent, & Heath Bell Live @ USBC Nationals)

June 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

In this episode we have a very special lineup of guests, first we interview Vince Wood who shot a perfect set (900).  Our second guest is PBA Bowler Marshall Kent, 4 time Winner, and last but not least our good friend and Great former Closer  for the San Diego Padres, 3 time All-Star Heath Bell.  We hope you enjoy this episode, because we definitely enjoyed recording it. Please Share with your friends and family Thank You and God Bless

Episode 22: (Vince Wood, Marshall Kent, & Heath Bell)

June 01, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

In this episode we have a very special lineup of guests, first we interview Vince Wood who shot a perfect set (900).  Our second guest is PBA Bowler Marshall Kent, 4 time Winner, and last but not least our good friend and Great former Closer  for the San Diego Padres, 3 time All-Star Heath Bell.  We hope you enjoy this episode, because we definitely enjoyed recording it. Please Share with your friends and family Thank You and God Bless

Episode 21: Balls & Strikes with Tim Ursillo

May 15, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 81.5 MB

In this episode we will be talking to good friend and great bowler Tim Ursillo, we will discuss all Aspects of his bowling life. As per the norm, we will have Tom's Top Ten which you will all enjoy.  Thank you for listening and we appreciate you listening. Please share with all friends and family God Bless

Episode 20: (Bowling Associations with Don Way)

April 24, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

 In this episode we will be discussing several topics regarding the Bowling associations and their part in the bowling industry. This was a fun episode to record and we learned a bunch, and we are sure you will enjoy it and you will especially enjoy our guest.  Thank You for all your support and please share with your family and friends.. 

Episode 19: (Forest Lanes Road Trip Part 2 w / Diso)

April 10, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

In this episode we are on the road for the second time at Forest Lanes in Lake  Forest, Ca. We will be talking to Diso (Manager) and we will be speaking with some previous guests that we have had. We will also have TOMS TOP TEN which we hope you all will enjoy. Thank You for listening  and please Share with your friends and Family God Bless

Episode 18: (Overcoming Obstacles with Billy Fleet)

March 27, 2021 20:00 - 2 hours - 92.9 MB

In this episode we interview Good Friend and long time bowler Billy Fleet, we will discuss Billy's Obstacles in his personal life to be able to bowl again and talk about what almost ended his bowling life. As per the norm, we have Tom's Top Ten and Tom shows us a special surprise for himself.  Hope you Enjoy and thank you for listening, God Bless!!

Episode 17: (Digging in Mike Crom's Head)

March 14, 2021 18:00 - 2 hours - 85.8 MB

In this Episode, we have our good friend Mike Crom, we will discuss as much as humanly possible about Mike's life in bowling and more.  We will also have TOM's TOP TEN, and just have a good time discussing the sport we all love. Thank You for listening and please, share with your friends and Family God Bless R.I.P.   Mike Crom Sr.

Episode 16: (Bowling & Life with Michele Carter)

March 01, 2021 04:00 - 2 hours - 117 MB

In this episode we have a very special guest, she is an incredible bowler and a two time Hall of Famer. As the norm, we will discuss bowling and several other things as well. You get to know Michele and just completely enjoy this episode with some laughs and fun facts!!!!! We also will have Toms Top 10, which is a new bit that we put in place in Episode 15... Please Enjoy Thank you and God Bess!!

Episode 15: (Bowling & More with Glen)

February 13, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MB

In this episode we interview our good friend Glen Shaffer, we will discuss his bowling life and we will also discuss much more. This is our second episode with Tom Rutledge as our 3rd wheel and he will be our "Chainsaw" of the  Bowling Podcast. Some great facts and just plain fun in this episode. Please enjoy and God Bless!!!

Episode 14: New and Improved??

January 31, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

In this episode we introduce our new Co-Host Tom Rutledge. We will discuss bowling and other topics as well. We will also be recapping some of our previous episodes. Hope you all enjoy. Thank You for listening and God Bless

Episode 13 - (Lankford Files)

January 17, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

In this episode we interview our good friend and long time friend Mike Lankfiord. We will be talking to Mike about bowling and his many stories of growing up around bowling. Please enjoy this episode and feel free to make suggestions and ideas for guests, etc....   Thank You and God Bless

Episode 12: (Road Trip)

January 03, 2021 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

In this episode we will broadcasting from a undisclosed location, which we can tell you that it is a Bowling Center that is open. We will discuss our excitement of being able to bowl again and also talk to a good friend and bowler Keith Klagge. We will also be talking to previous guests, Lou Mathews, John Powanda, and Jon Diso. As usual we will discuss bowling, hope you enjoy this episode as we enjoyed making it.  God Bless and thank you for listening

Episode 11 (Storytime with Dave)

December 19, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB

In this episode we talk with good friend and all around a great guy, Dave Crossley. We will get to know Dave and all about his long bowling career. We will also talk about his life in general and his work in the bowling industry. Be sure and listen and dont miss a thing. Thank you for listening and please, share with your friends and family... God Bless!!

Episode 10 (Bowling with Pops)

December 05, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

In this episode we have Hall of Famer Lou Mathews, we will be discussing History of bowling with Pops and some cool stories from his past and life of bowling. Please Enjoy. God Bless

Episode 9: (8 episode recap)

November 14, 2020 18:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

In this episode we will be recapping our first 8 episodes, we will discuss each episode and give our rating on the episodes. We hope you enjoy this one, it was fun doing this one. If we mentioned your name in this episode and if we have mentioned you in any episode, please feel free to tag yourself and share share share...  Thank you for listening and God Bless

Episode 8 - (Bowling Chat with Kyshawn)

October 31, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MB

Here it is friends and family,  EPISODE 8 of the House Hacks Podcast. In this Episode, we talk to good friend and bowler Kyshawn Smith, As usual, we will interview Kyshawn and discuss his experiences with Bowling and some personal life stuff including his Military career. We will just do what we always do and discuss bowling. Hope You enjoy this episode and hope you learn something about Keyshawn. Most of all have fun and enjoy some of our discussions and laughs... Please Share with your fr...

Episode 7: (PBA with Patrick Shipley)

October 17, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

In this Episode, we talk to our first PBA Member Patrick Shipley, We will interview Patrick and discuss his experiences with the PBA. We will just do what we always do and discuss bowling. Hope You enjoy this episode and hope you learn something about Patrick that you didn't know. Most of all have fun and enjoy some of our discussions and laughs... Please Share with your friends and Family Thank you for listening and God Bless

Episode 6: (Chillin with Nick)

October 03, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

In this Episode we have our guest Nick Powanda who is a bowler and works in the bowling field. We will get to know Nick and of course we will discuss the sport we love, and that is bowling. Hope you enjoy and be sure and listen to all episodes if you have not listened to them yet, you wont be disappointed. God Bless and be safe.

Episode 5 - (BOWLING WITH TOM)

September 18, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

In this episode, we have a special guest, Tom Rutledge who is a good friend and just a great fun guy to hang out with and have some beers. We will be interviewing Tom and learn somethings about him and his bowling life. We will be discussing bowling just for fun and serious bowling. Hope you enjoy this episode and please share with your friends and family. 

Episode 4 - (COVID with Diso)

August 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

In this episode we will be discussing how COVID Closed Bowling Alleys and we have a very special guest and good friend Jon Diso who is the manager of Forest Lanes in Lake Forest Ca.. We will interview him and discuss how COVID has affected Bowling Alleys and we also hear some great stories of Bowling from Jon. Enjoy and we hope you love this Episode... God Bless

Episode 3 - Balls with Shucky

August 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

In this episode we have special Guest and dear friend Hall of Famer Lyle D. Rollins AKA Shucky Ducky, we will interview Lyle and talk about the sport we love and that is Bowling. We will also be discussing Bowling Balls, Brands and type that we love and hate and the reasons. Thank you for listening and hope you learn something that you didnt know..

Episode 2 - (Bowling Alleys Past & Present)

August 03, 2020 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Welcome to episode 2 of The House Hacks Podcast. This episode we have a very special guest and a dear friend, John Powanda AKA: JoPo. We will interview and learn about his bowling career and maybe learn something about him that we all didn't know. We will also be discussing Bowling Alleys, past and Present and what lanes we loved and hated the most. Please Enjoy and Thank you for listening.  God Bless and be safe.

Episode 1 (Intro of the Hacks)

July 25, 2020 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

Our first official Episode of House Hacks Podcast, We hope you enjoy it...

PRE PODCAST SHENANIGANS

July 18, 2020 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MB

GUEST SPEAKER is Chuck Hicks who KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT BOWLING. R.I.P. Charles Woodrow Hicks III (Chuck) My beloved brother