Mt. Rushmore Podcast
373 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsWhat are the four most iconic...anythings? The Mt. Rushmore Podcast seeks to answer these questions. Join Jeff, Michael and Richard as they argue and debate what are the most definitive examples of everything, from the Mt. Rushmore of Bad Movie Accents to the Mt. Rushmore of Months.
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Mt. Rushmore of Celebrities Cameoing in Wrestling
March 21, 2024 19:08 - 40 minutes - 55.3 MBHappy Wrestlemania Season, everyone. Wrestlemania is the one time when even the most casual fans pay attention to what's happening in wrestling. A lot of that has to do with the fact that big-time celebrities have a tendency to get involved inside - or outside - the ring during Wrestlemania. This week we're looking at some of the most high-profile, exciting and shocking moments involving celebrities and wrestling!
Mt. Rushmore of Fake Bands Turned Real Bands (with T. Mike Childs)
February 26, 2024 23:31 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBSometimes the best bands aren't even real! That's the premise of this week's episode, as we talk about musical acts that started out as fictional and turned into hitmakers and live acts. Joining us to sort through the thousands of possible entries is T. Mike Childs, author of "The Rocklopedia Fakebandica" and proprietor of the FakeBands.com Wiki.
Mt. Rushmore of Sports Bar Appetizers
February 06, 2024 23:05 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBWe're not talking fancy restaurant appetizers in this episode. Get out of here, arancini! No, we're discussing and debating what are the most iconic bar foods. We take a trip down Cholesterol Lane with our favorite items to nosh on while tossing back a pint!
Mt. Rushmore of Klutzes
January 13, 2024 19:42 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MBKlutzes are staples of entertainment, because they are so relateable. After all, pobody's nerfect! We all have felt like a stumblebum at some point in our lives, so we feel the pain of the klutz, whether it's on the screen or in real life. This week we're looking at all forms of klutzes and isolating some of our favorite. Let's hope we don't fumble the bag with our picks!
Mt. Rushmore of Songs at the End of Movies
December 15, 2023 23:33 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBSo now, the end is near...of the movie, that is. And it's time to go out with a bang - sometimes literally - and wrap up the whole theme of the movie in one neat bow. What better way to do that than with the perfect song. This week we're discussing the ultimate meetings of music and visuals that leave indelible marks on people who watch their favorite films.
Mt. Rushmore of Songs We Don't Need to Hear Again for a While
November 17, 2023 22:21 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBSometimes, a song you love can because an automatic fast-forward when it comes on. It's not because the song is suddenly bad. Maybe the song is overplayed, or maybe the lyrics haven't held up. No matter what the case, it's a song that you don't need to hear for a long time. We're discussing songs that we feel that way about this week, and yes, we're taking down some sacred cows along the way.
Mt. Rushmore of Robert De Niro
October 20, 2023 16:51 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBRobert De Niro - a titan of the film world and certainly one of the most talented actors ever to grace the big screen. He is totally dedicated to his craft, even if that means engaging in all manner of method acting nonsense. Still, no one can question the intensity of a De Niro performance. Ahead of the release of "KIllers of the Flower Moon," we're honoring Robert De Niro (or "Bobby" to his friends and people who want you to think they are Hollywood insiders) by buiding a whole episode a...
Mt. Rushmore of Mob Nicknames (w/ Frank Hayde)
October 05, 2023 08:30 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBNo matter how many ridiculous nicknames Hollywood creates for its Mafia movie characters, they still can't hold a candle to the ones sported by real-life Mob members. This week we're joined by Frank Hayde, author of several books including "The Mafia and the Machine" to discuss the funniest and most adorable names possible for truly horrendous people.
Mt. Rushmore of Pixar Shorts
September 22, 2023 23:40 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBPixar has done more than make some of the most beloved animated films of the last three decades. The "Pixar Magic" also extends to short films, where talented creators often have the chance to explore and experiment with fewer restrictions or expectations. This episode is dedicated to Pixar shorts, whether they were shown before a feature-length film or on television.
Mt. Rushmore of Magazine Subscriptions We've Had
August 17, 2023 21:29 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBRemember magazines? They were sort of like books, but with less pages and more pictures, and you could get them delivered to your home every week or maybe every month. And when you were younger, there was probably a time when getting a magazine subscription delivered to your door was a big deal. This week we're talking about different magazine subscriptions we've had over the years - from classic magazines to ones that went out of business years ago.
Mt. Rushmore of Pop Culture References in Beastie Boys Songs (with Alex Gradet)
August 10, 2023 21:18 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBFew musical artists have been as pop culture savvy as the Beastie Boys. Their lyrics include a litany of references to obscure musicians, athletes, TV shows and films. It can feel like you need Wikipedia up to "get" all of the references, but somehow it always works. This week we're exploring the encyclopedic world of Beastie Boys pop culture references. And we've got a certified Beastie Boys expert in the house with good friend of the show Alex Gradet, who has more hits than Rod Carew.
Mt. Rushmore of Hostess Snack Cakes
July 29, 2023 00:25 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBThis week we want to know: who is the Hostess with the Mostest? Snack cakes, that is! We're talking about everyone's favorite brand of sweet junk food induglence and break down which product would come out on top in any middle school lunch swap.
Mt. Rushmore of Jack Black
June 16, 2023 22:14 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBJack Black has been charming us for...at this point, it's actually been decades, which feels very strange to type. Maybe you find him charming, or maybe you think he can sometimes be a bit much. But there's no denying that he's seemingly always there. This week we're discussing all aspects of Jack Black, whether he's on his on or melting faces with his partner-in-crime Kyle Gass in Tenacious D. So sit back, get your squiddley diddley doosh on and check out our new episode!
Mt. Rushmore of Smiles
June 13, 2023 01:52 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBThis week we're (mostly) talking about people with million dollar smiles! Smiles that can light up a room! And every other cliche you can think of for a brilliant, winning smile.
Mt. Rushmore of American Rock Bands
June 02, 2023 08:30 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThings that you can expect the bands are our list to do: Come to your town Help you party down And not necessarily in that order! This week we're turning our gaze to the greatest American rock bands in history. No Beatles, Rolling Stones or The Who here - just pure American bands who can rock all night long if needed.
Mt. Rushmore of Non-Major Sports
May 26, 2023 22:50 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBFans know all about the BIG sports here in the U.S. - football, basketball, baseball, etc. But there's literally a whole world of incredibly fun sports to watch outside of the standard fare. This week, we're taking a look at all of the sports that may be foreign to you but have their own diehard fans who love it with a passion.
Mt. Rushmore of Irish Stuff
April 27, 2023 18:37 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBFor a country of seven million people, Ireland has had an outsized impact on popular culture. Think about Ireland and there are some things that are going to immediately come to mind. And that's exactly what we're discussing in this episode: from the authnetically Irish to the "only in America" type of Irish things.
Mt. Rushmore of Amazing Deals
April 20, 2023 21:48 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBBargain hunters of the world, unite! This week we're discussing some of the best bargains that we've ever seen. We're exploring everywhere from the local supermarket to some unusual stores to find some of greatest deals imaginable.
Mt. Rushmore of Single Use Kitchen Gadgets
March 10, 2023 17:38 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBThis episode slices and dices its way through a very fun topic - single use kitchen gadgets. They are the kitchen tools that don't have a lot of uses, but you're sure glad you have it when you need it. We take a trip through the junk drawer in our cabinet to discover some of the most useful (or ridiculous) things that are occasionally part of our cooking repertoire.
Mt. Rushmore of Comic Book Villains Who Were Reformed...At Least Temporarily (w/ Alex Squiers)
March 02, 2023 19:30 - 42 minutes - 59.2 MBThe redemption arc is a classic trope of entertainment, but it's especially true when it comes to comic books. Time after time, you see a classic foe turn into a friend because of change of heart or circumstance. Now, does it always stick? Well... We're debating reformed bad guys in comics this with and here to help us out is Alex Squiers.
Mt. Rushmore of Sporting Memories (w/ Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast)
February 23, 2023 22:52 - 34 minutes - 48 MBGreat sports moments don't just happen in a vacuum. You remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when some amazing play or fantastic finish happens. This week we're taking a stroll down sporting memory lane with our new friend Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast. We're talking everything from baseball to Australian Rules Football.
Mt. Rushmore of Jobs That I Would Be Horrible At Doing
February 16, 2023 09:30 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBOne person's dream job is another person's nightmare. Just because you are good at one career path doesn't mean that you could do any job. In fact, there are probably some jobs that, deep down inside, you know you would just be horrible at doing. We're talking about the career paths we'd prefer not to take this week, thanking the heavens that someone else is able to do what we cannot.
Mt. Rushmore of Unexpected Home Repairs
February 09, 2023 09:30 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBThere's nothing that will put a dent in your wallet quite like an unplanned home renovation or repair. Sure, you could try to DIY the work, but you barely know which end of the hammer is the handle. Do you really trust yourself to do anything but make a mess and create even more problems for a professional to fix? Jeff, Richard and Michael have some stories to tell about unexpected home repairs they've dealt with. You'll laugh until you cry, while the boys are in tears for different reasons.
Mt. Rushmore of Dreams and Dreaming
February 02, 2023 19:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBDreams are a landscape where literally anything can happen. Dreams can be hyper-realistic, frightening or just plain weird. This week we drift away into a discussion of all things dreams and dreaming.
Mt. Rushmore of New Year's Resolutions
January 26, 2023 18:38 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBIt seems like just a few weeks ago that you resolved to better yourself this year. That's because it was! We thought that now was a great time to discuss New Year's resolutions, while they were fresh in our minds and we haven't abandoned them entirely.
Mt. Rushmore of Songs Performed by the Non-Dominant Singer
January 19, 2023 09:30 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBEvery knows that the lead singer is the alpha dog in a band. But sometimes, lurking somewhere behind the drums or a stack of bass amps, is a singer whocan bring something unique to the table - and maybe bring a band a big hit record in the process. This week we're looking at songs that were sung by someone other than a band's main vocalist.
Mt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second Careers
January 05, 2023 22:06 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBRing in the new year with a new episode of the show. This week we're returning to the familiar topic of wrestling but taking a look at what wrestlers do outside of the ring. This week we're debating the Mt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second Careers - whether it's something they did before getting into the ring or after their careers ended.
Mt. Rushmore of Movie Plot Holes
December 29, 2022 19:08 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBWhen you watch a movie, willful suspension of disbelief is your friend. There are a lot of things that happen which maybe don't make complete sense, but you're willing to let it slide if the film is good. But sometimes there are plot holes so gaping that you just cant ignore them. This week we're talking about plot holes from some of our favorite films of all time. Things that make you scratch your head and say "why didn't someone catch that before the movie was made?"
Mt. Rushmore of Holiday Activities
December 15, 2022 15:16 - 37 minutes - 52.2 MBHappy holidays! We hope you have a joyous season, filled with plenty of activities. This week we're tlking about our favorite things to do over the holidays. And also our least favorite, because we're a bunch of Grinches at heart.
Mt. Rushmore of Snowmen
December 01, 2022 18:09 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBWinter is finally here and you know what that means? Well, beyond Season Affective Disorder, it means it's time to play in the snow, and what's better to do than building a snowman? This week we're talking about all aspects of snowmen, both real-life and fictional.
Mt. Rushmore of Musicians Who Sound Like No One Else
November 25, 2022 21:11 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBWe're back! After an extended hiatus, we've returned and we're talking about one of our favorite topics - music! This week we're discussing musical acts who have their own unique sound and style that are literally incomparable.
Mt. Rushmore of Comfort TV
October 13, 2022 08:30 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MBNot every TV show has to be "Breaking Bad" or "The Sopranos". Don't get us wrong, Prestige TV is great. But sometimes, you just want to watch a familiar show that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. This week we're looking at Comfort TV shows that you can turn on anytime and will instantly make you feel better, like the TV equivalent of a hot bowl of chicken noodle soup.
Mt. Rushmore of Actors Who I Never Believe Are Anybody But Themselves
October 06, 2022 08:30 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBSome actors have a talent for seamlessly slipping into their roles, until you forget that you are watching someone play a character. We're not talking about those actors this week. Instead, we're discussing actors who are so tied to their real-life personas that it can be impossible to imagine them playing a character.
Mt. Rushmore of Attending a Sporting Event
September 29, 2022 08:30 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MBIt's officially sports season! Baseball and football are going strong, while basketball and hockey are right around the corner. And then there's also soccer! Before you head out to a game this fall, we're here to help you with useful tips and tricks for getting the most out of your time out at the old ball park/stadium/arena/cricket grounds. OK, not really, but we are talking about some of the most exciting, infuriating and interesting things that happen to fans at a live sporting event.
Mt. Rushmore of Fictional Royalty
September 22, 2022 08:30 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBOn this week's episode, the boys discuss fictional royalty. You know, like real royalty except just slightly more dramatic.
Mt. Rushmore of Cycling Scenes
September 15, 2022 08:30 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBIt's time to bust out your Huffy (sorry if that sounds dirty) and join us as we discuss the greatest cycling scenes in film and television. Just make sure you're wearing proper protective gear when listen to this week's episode.
Mt. Rushmore of Beating the Heat
September 08, 2022 08:30 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBThis episode is scorching hot! We don't mean the content - that's lukewarm at best - but we mean the actual topic. We're talking about what you can do to beat the heat when the temperatures rise over the summer. With global warming, we're going to go ahead and consider this "evergreen content" moving forward.
Mt. Rushmore of Really Weird States
September 01, 2022 18:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBEvery state in the US has its own quirky charm. But some states? Man, they can be just plain weird. Join us as we discuss the strangest places you can live in the United States.
Mt. Rushmore of Worrying (and Worriers)
August 25, 2022 17:12 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIt's natural to worry about things in our everyday lives. But when worrying turns into anxiety and obsession, we've got a problem to worry about. This week Richard and Michael dicsuss things that have them nervous, as well as famous worriers throughout pop culture.
Mt. Rushmore of Sports Calls
August 18, 2022 08:30 - 1 hour - 115 MBDo you believe in miracles? You probably do if you're a sports fan. And that's because the announcer broadcasting a game can play as big of a role in your memory of a great sporting event than the players on the field. This week we discuss the late Vin Scully and other great broadcasters and their best calls.
Mt. Rushmore of Comeuppances
August 11, 2022 08:30 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBThis week you're going to get what you deserve! By that, we mean another great episode of the Mt. Rushmore Podcast - and this one is all about people getting their comeuppance. Whether it's fictional or real-life, MIchael, Richard and Jeff deliberate and debate examples of people getting their just deserts.
Mt. Rushmore of Second-Tier Holiday Celebrations
August 04, 2022 08:30 - 33 minutes - 46.8 MBNot every holiday gets the love it deserves, but this week we're putting a spotlight on some of the "lesser" holidays. If you've ever wondered why we don't make a bigger deal out of Arbor Day, then this episode is for you. (Also, get some professional help.)
Mt. Rushmore of Limited Run Fast Food Items
July 28, 2022 08:30 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBThis week's episode addresses a subject near and dear to our clogged hearts: fast food. Specifically, we're talking about menu items that are only arond for a limited time. We're talking everything from classics that everyone craves to one-off items that no one wanted to see back.
Mt. Rushmore of TV Character Catchphrases
July 21, 2022 08:30 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MBIf you were to ask us "what you talkin' 'bout?" this week, we'd let you that we're debating what belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of TV Character Catchphrases. If you don't think this episode is "dy-no-MITE" then you can, respectfully speaking, "sit on it."
Mt. Rushmore of Movie Adaptations of Children's Books
July 14, 2022 08:30 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBDid you miss us? (Don't answer that.) We're back from a brief hiatus with a new episode that's fun for the whole family. This week we're discussing beloved films that are based off of equally beloved children's books!
Mt. Rushmore of Who Are These People?!?
June 23, 2022 08:30 - 44 minutes - 61.8 MBWe try to be very open-minded here at the Mt. Rushmore Podcast. But every so often, we are forced to deal with annoyances and inconveniences brought on by some of the most confusing if not outright strange actions of other people. They make us ask: "Who Are These People?"
Mt. Rushmore of Songs About Drugs
June 16, 2022 08:30 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MBDrugs and popular music have been linked about as long as there has been popular music. So it's no surprise that there are a lot of songs about drugs, both celebrating them and warning of the danger behind them. It's time to tune in (to the Mt. Rushmore Podcast), turn on and drop out, maaaaaaan!
Mt. Rushmore of Movies About Los Angeles
June 09, 2022 08:30 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBWhether you live there or not, Los Angeles is a place that conjures up very specific images in your mind. You might think of the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, or the seediness of, well, Hollywood Boulevard. But no matter what you think of the City of Angels, it's a place that has been fascinating people for decades - and that includes filmmakers. On this week's episode, we dive into movies about Los Angeles, from comedies to gritty film noirs.
Mt. Rushmore of King Kong
June 02, 2022 14:16 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBThis episode is big. In fact, you might say that it's King Kong-sized. We're looking at the most interesting aspects of the great ape. It wasn't bullets that will kill this podcast - it's beauty (and you not listening).
Mt. Rushmore of Super Mario
May 26, 2022 08:30 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBThere are many iconic video game characters, but there's little doubt that the most famous character of all time is Mario. Whether he's in a kart or stomping on some turtles, there's a good chance that you've played as him. This week we're talking about the most interesting things about everyone's favorite plumber.