A Night In The ASYLUM

06/19/2022 - ASYLUM - Happy Daddy Day Darren

Darren questions why Rafi isn't sitting on his lap for Father's Day. Rafi changes the subject and questions what happened to Whiskers (Jen's new pet name). Darren compliments Rafi's work on "The Cookie Jar" and suggests they widen the dimension and do the show live at some point. Darren and Rafi encourage Jen to bring her house guests on (so we can dig for dirt). Darren analyzes why Monotone Mark is following Rafi everywhere (is this love)? Rafi talks about another one his beautiful 3 hour s...

07/17/2022 - ASYLUM - Pampering Yourself and Squirting

The trio is back to talk about Hair (in the ears, nose, eyebrows) and Nails (dirty black nails at the salon, matte polish pedicures for men). Rafi catches us up with his "Cutting Room" live show, and soon you can catch Rafi in an orgy scene... "Narcissist of New York City"... where nothing happens - be looking for that hit on Amazon VOD/Prime. Darren is headed back to Dallas and San Antonio at the end of August. Earlier tonight Rafi had a nice Italian dinner at a DNR meetup with Rick the Pig...

05/22/2022 - ASYLUM - Used Jockstraps

Darren N Rafi return for another duo episode of DNR 3.0, while Jen is partying in Guadalajara. Rafi apparently won't be hitching a ride on the Alaska cruise at the moment due to a misunderstanding of who was potentially paying for the stateroom. Rafi needs to find an older sugar daddy or mommy... Nah that's not Rafi. He really wants old fashioned romance and love. And it's been over a month since Rafi has had any physical attention. Any volunteers? You must like bathroom discos! Rafi talks a...

05/01/2022 - ASYLUM - Who's the Daddy Now!?

Jen suggests stuffing our next pet and figuring out the best position. Darren serves drinks next to his pet's bones. Rafi's skin gets fried in Miami Beach before his double appearance on Enamorándonos. Look for it on https://www.youtube.com/c/UnimasOficial (not sure if its posted yet) but Rafi gets short-changed with only one option for a date. Rafi didn't know what his potential date looked like until the Producer gives Rafi his Instagram, oh and he's a photographer. Rafi thought he was att...

04/16/2022 - ASYLUM - It's the JARF show!

Jen Aczualdez (JA) and Rafi Fuentes (RF) (aka: JARF show) reminisce about their latest NYC party gathering with entertainers at La Pulperia in Hells Kitchen, where Jen discovered Rafi's voice as he serenaded the group. Darren is jealous. Rafi talks about being in Miami getting ready to be a contestant (instead of a translator) on a real life/live TV show: Enamorándonos by Univision! Will Rafi find Love and a new date for his disco bathroom? Or will it end in bean bag disaster? Jen will be in...

04/10/2022 - ASYLUM - DNR 3.0 - It's all about Rafi

Darren N Rafi (DNR) thought it was going to be just the two of them, but then Jen pops into the episode before Rafi does! Rafi catches us up about his delicious dinner date at the Astoria New York Diner - the Omonia Cafe - complete with pubic hair in his water. Jen tell us about the fingernail that was found in a Wendy's burger when she was flipping burgers at age 17. Rafi invents a new word: "Tigre" = Tired and hungry. Darren is traveling to Dallas and will be staying closer to Oak Lawn, an...

2022/04/03 - ASYLUM - Darren's hair fire, Rafi's sex[y] videos and Jen likes it swallowable

Darrens niece Heather calls in to report on Darrens hair fire this weekend during the BBQ. Whiskers (Jen) is stuck in traffic so dials into the show. Jen shares her hair story - using her hair as dental floss. Darren shares his post surgery glue peeling in his belly button. Rafi gives us an update on his sexy shirtless videos that did not happen. Then what are we reporting on, says Darren? Rafi shares what his last actual serious show was - A Christmas Carol performed in Lancaster PA at Junc...

2022-03-27 - ASYLUM - Darrens surgery, Corpse Rafi and Catfish

Rafi catches us up with his latest casting offer - to be a corpse. Jen reads the email notification from the director; Rafi tries but fails to re-enact his emotions while reading the email. Is Rafi now typecast to only play mannequins and corpses? Time will tell. But his Shoeshiner music video shoot shows promise. As do Rafis new boyfriends. Darren is still alive after being cut open with the Da Vinci Xi robot, for his laparoscopic surgery to remove his gallbladder. And Jen talks about how s...

2022-03-20 - ASYLUM - Maldives, Rafi's Erections and More!

The trio returns after a long break of mixed vacations and business travel. Darren and Jen start the show with Jen remote on her cell phone, and Rafi connecting soon after via Zoom. Darren shares details of getting to the Maldives on his expensive vacation to the overwater bungalows. Travel times, business class travel on Qatar Airways, international airport experiences, Kuderu resort details, and more! Rafi fills us in on coming SO CLOSE to getting the Jose Cuervo gig - but no cigar. But se...

2022-02-27 - ASYLUM - Haunted Houses, Anal Condoms and Jose Cuervo audition

It's the DnR 3.0 show again with Darren and Rafi, as Jen is too hung over to get to the microphone. Poor Jen. Hear about their trip to West Orange on Friday with all three hosts, to a presumed Haunted House (where two kids were murdered). Nobody really felt anything odd other than Darren was spooked on the third floor in what looked like a large walk-in closet. Rafi talks about getting killed in his past life and the other dimension of life after death. Darren shares his Long Island medium s...

2022-02-20 - ASYLUM - DNR 3.0, Weed Foods & Bean Bags

Darren and Rafi's first show without Jen! Oh that makes us DNR (3.0?). Rafi tells us about his first two weed foods: his first was a gummy - joyful and laughable. His second was a weed brownie - which resulted in paranoia. Darren's first experience with pot was sitting in a hearse with about 4 other friends, 25 some years ago. Rafi's wildest psychedelic experience was mushrooms. Darren gave a hard pass on the hallucinogenics. But neither Rafi or Darren would rule out ayahuasca retreat. Rafi ...

2022-02-01 - ASYLUM - Getting to know Rafi

Jen give us an update on her resignation from Company A and how they would welcome her back, if Company B doesn't work out. Darren has many questions for Rafi about what we learned from his DnR appearance last Thursday Feb 3rd (It Takes Two). Rafi graciously said that he and straight (but swishy) AJ are good looking in their own ways. Darren apologizes to Rafi for spilling the beans on Rafi's hidden resume talent, being a mannequin (or corpse, as AJ put it). Darren also suggested that even i...

2022-02-01 - ASYLUM - Life Changes or Jen and welcome Rafi!

Jen shares her resignation experience from Company A, while she prepares to move to Company B (VMWare) - and Darren tries to summarize (and clobbers) what VMWare Tanzu is all about. Jen tries to resign from the Asylum but Darren won't let go and shifts the Asylum schedule to accommodate the real talent (Jen). But here comes Rafi our guest host to add some new zest. We learn about Rafi's mannequin skills, his "Romancing the Bathroom Nightclub" experience, and his dating skills on "how to catc...

2022-01-25 - ASYLUM - Darren Cuts the Cord

Jen has returned from her 3 week trip to Spain, Germany, Rome, and more! She shares her experiences trying to find a distiller partner for their Gin, ACZU GIN (see www.drinkgoodgin.com) - plus their vacation in Rome. Then Darren gets to the core Topic: why and how he Cut the Cord - cancelling his $200 Comcast Cable bill, switching to just plain Internet, YouTube TV, Netflix (via his iPhone account) and Amazon Prime. Instead of paying $400 for two locations, he's now paying about $200 for bot...

2022-01-04 - ASYLUM - DNR Crossover Show with Derek and Romaine

Derek Hartley and Romaine Patterson spent the evening with hosts Darren and Jen from "A Night In The ASYLUM". Listen in as they discuss tequila, cruising, gay bars and a few holiday traditions.

2021-12-28 - ASYLUM - Derek Hartley Guest - Cruising during COVID, and Democracy Under Attack!

Derek Hartley joins the ASYLUM while Jen is missing in action! Darren and Derek talk about their recent experiences cruising during COVID and how the cruise lines are trying to keep everyone safe(r) when traveling aboard a mini-city - and how that compares in safety to something like shopping, theatre-watching and dining in NYC (where vaccination or proof of being COVID negative, isn't a requirement).  Next up: Darren asks the expert (IDarrensHO), Derek, if we should be concerned about Trump...

2021-11-29 - ASYLUM - Rafi Fuentes from DNR visits The ASYLUM

Derek and Romaine listeners know of Rafi as one of the DNRstudios.com interns. Rafi joins the show today to give us the background on how he became involved in the arts, his hopes, dreams, and the fact that he loves being in front of camera - though he can also write, produce, direct, edit and distribute his own shows. One of Rafi's dreams is to be in a major broadway musical. However for now, he has been happy doing off-broadway shows and modeling. Listen in and learn more about Rafi and hi...

2021-11-16 - ASYLUM - Recent Cruise and Mexico Trip Experiences

Jen and Darren have been traveling for the past month, for work and business. Their travels started in Texas, when Jen went to see her dad during her birthday, and Darren was in Texas for work - both in the Dallas area only about 15 minutes from each other - but they didn't manage to see each other. Jen's next 17 day trip was a mix of pleasure and Aldez Tequila related, with Manuel. Her stops included Dominican Republic's Punta Cana, Cancún Mexico (at Secrets with lots of turquoise water) an...

2021-10-05 - ASYLUM - Newport RI & Boston Adventures, Travel Vaccines and COVID Boosters

Jen shares her trip details to "Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week" at Rough Point, Newport RI, where she and Manuel were invited to host a bar area for their brands Aczu Gin (aczugin.com) and Aldez Tequila (aldeztequila.com). Afterwards they headed to Boston where they visited the Cheers Bar and SeaPort, and they also took a Duck Tour via boat, where they learned the real facts about Paul Revere's Midnight Ride. Darren talks about his experiences pissing blood and getting a cystoscopy ...

2021-09-28 - ASYLUM - Thrupples, Travel to Dominican Republic & Bed Shopping

Darren opens the show with an update about his brother-in-law, then talks of his trip with Pat to the Assembly Bar in Philly, while Jen was also in the Dominican Republic with her Thrupple: Manuel and their hunky assistant; partly for business development and as a reward. Darren tips his hat to Jen for her mention in Forbes. Jen tips her hat at Darren for starting Orange Theory. And the duo compare notes about Memory Foam mattresses: NovaForm, Casper and Purple 3. Jen gives a glowing review ...

2021-09-07 - ASYLUM - Stripper Poles and Axed Ghostly Haunts

Darren talks about his vision of Jen on a Stripper Pole, but only because she said she was going to a strip club. Thoughts from Darren about the New Coke Zero flavor update. Jen and Darren compare IDA Flooding notes. And the duo talk about their Axed Ghost Tour of the West Orange NJ home, due to fast real estate sales. Darren gives a gay review of Amazon's new, updated, Cinderella musical. Jen talks about her vacation to the Dominican Republic next week, and Darren gives an update to his cru...

2021-08-24 - ASYLUM - Experiences with Marijuana, selling an RV and buying a home

Jen talks about her journey that lead her to try medical marijuana. And the best part, all of us could qualify! Well, probably. Darren talks about his father-in-law's horrible leg and back pain, and how CBD helped him get a full night's sleep. Apparently due to the anti-inflammatory properties. The duo talk about experiences with CBD and THC/marijuana. Jen even gives her dog CBD for hip pain. Darren talks about the lower cost of entering the recreational market and Jen talks about the politi...

2021-08-10 - ASYLUM - COVID scares, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, Van Gough, and dog stories!

Jen and Darren talk about their busy jobs, COVID scares and tests, and how to get COVID confirmation tests a couple days before travel. They also recommend bringing a copy of your COVID vaccination card with you, especially when traveling. CLEAR has an app that may become a leader for digital COVID vaccination confirmations. Jen talks about Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett's Farewell Concert at Radio City. Darren wasn't invited! Jen also shares her experience touring the interactive Van Gough exhi...

2021-07-27 - ASYLUM - Cigars, Jeff Bezos in Space and Jeopardy failures

Jen explains how to smoke a cigar. The duo talks return of masks and the Resistance. Then Jen gives intimate details of the cock rocket built by Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin. Or was it a Blue Organ? And their first human space flight. Will Darren ever be able to afford the $28 million ticket? Speaking of millions, or lack of them, they wind down the show talking about the biggest Jeopardy loser ever!

2021-07-20 - ASYLUM - Sindy’s Sex … err Life Transformation Trip to Mexico

Sindy joins the ASYLUM and tells us about her divorce and the wild sex party trip she had planned to Mexico with her friends - but what turned out to be a filled with unbearable smelly seaweed - and then after a resort relocation it became a calm trip about life reflections. Also hear what she has to say about the latest mobile sex toys!

2021-07-06 - ASYLUM - Katie KK DNR Producer talks Miami Hot Spots!

Katie Castellano visits the ASYLUM, sharing her new experiences in Miami and the hot spots to visit on your next trip south (maybe before a future DNR Cruise?). Prior to Katie joining us, Darren talks of his tech mishap, formatting his MacBook Pro without a full backup, and the Apple authentication steps that caused his iPhone to erase itself!

2021-06-29 - ASYLUM - Chromebooks and Maldives Vacations

Darren tells Jen about his first two Chromebooks. The Samsung he used for 2 days then returned, and the Acer Spin 713 2-in-1 that he has on order. One key element to look for in a Chromebook: Android App compatibility! Next up is Darren's plans for a trip to the Maldives with Pat and another couple they know.

2021-06-15 - ASYLUM - Real Estate Seller's Market and Sex Parties!

2021-06-01 - ASYLUM - 2021 Vacation Plans - Woot!

2021-05-25 - ASYLUM - Arizona Recount B.S.

Darren & Jen move on - without Joe! Tonight, the duo give you the highlights of the B.S. that is happening in Arizona, which is a sham "recount" of Maricopa County, requested by the Republican controlled Arizona Senate. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors now states the recount and the process used is "craziness". Part of the process, including visually looking for bamboo paper, presumably created by the Chinese to create fake ballots sent into Arizona, was created by a popular Trump su...

2021-05-18 - ASYLUM - The magic of running a recording studio

The trio returns: Darren, Jen and Joe - only to wish audua to Joe, who finally got a full-time job and can't make our 7:30pm start time! He'll be back! Our guest tonight is Len Carmichael of Landmine Studios based in Ewing NJ. He's a Music Producer/Engineer/Mixer. He likes making loud noises... and quiet ones too! He's a Certified Amp Nerd and MMA Aficionado who will talk to us about how he makes the magic happen. Other topic's: Joe's upside-down hanging crunches (wow sexy) and fall ... from...

2021-05-04 - ASYLUM - Recent Travel Experiences, Joe's New Job, and Mediums

Darren and Jen return from their recent travel - including their first plane rides since the pandemic began. Darren was in California and Jen & Manuel in Mexico. Both were surprised at the lack of seriousness taken by the airlines. Is this the beginning of the end of the pandemic? After a year of not having to go to work, Joe shares that he finally has a new job - a great position with a great company. Darren finally tells the creepy story of how Joe reminded Darren of his deceased best frie...

2021-04-20 - Asylum - Guilty Pleasures - aliens and bigfoot - life after death

What started out to be a conversation about each of our Guilty Pleasures, turned out to be pleasures that we didn't feel so guilty about. Darren's favorite pass-times: American Idol and The Voice. Jen and Joe's: aliens and sappy movies that make men cry. But Joe isn't interested in watching Darren's recommendation (Brokeback Mountain). Jen really enjoyed the Netflix Thunder Force while Darren post-show, thought it was the worst movie ever. All three of us are interested in life after death a...

2021-04-20 - ASYLUm - Guilty Pleasures - aliens and bigfoot - life after death

What started out to be a conversation about each of our Guilty Pleasures, turned out to be pleasures that we didn't feel so guilty about. Darren's favorite pass-times: American Idol and The Voice. Jen and Joe's: aliens and sappy movies that make men cry. But Joe isn't interested in watching Darren's recommendation (Brokeback Mountain). Jen really enjoyed the Netflix Thunder Force while Darren post-show, thought it was the worst movie ever. All three of us are interested in life after death a...

2021-04-06 - ASYLUM - Ayahuasca Retreats - Part 2!

On our last episode, Asylum.Radio welcomed two guests who recently visited different Ayahuasca retreats. One Andrew went to rythmia.com in Costa Rica, and another Jenni went to a Shaman in the Amazon in Peru. But we had so many questions, we asked Jenni to come back, to go into more detail about her Amazon Ayahuasca experience. 

2021-03-30 - ASYLUM - Ayahuasca Retreats - relief of depression and addition?

Asylum.Radio welcomed two guests who recently visited different Ayahuasca retreats. One Andrew went to rythmia.com in Costa Rica, and another Jenni went to a Shaman in the Amazon in Peru. Popularity of Ayahuasca Retreats is on the rise. Most reviews are positive and many say they have life changing experiences while participating in nightly rituals using this hallucinogenic tea. From improvements of depression, anxiety and addiction - to simply becoming enlightened and discovering your inner...

2021-03-23 - ASYLUM - Relationship Changes During COVID & Pet Peeves

Joe leads the banter regarding how COVID affected relationships. Which brought us to: murdering your husband without a trace (what!?) - Fast forward to the next topic: Pet Peeves! Peeves that make relationships better and some that are just plain silly or annoying! And the ultimate question - what would be the best parts of dating yourself? Ewe! Then we skip to strange personal habits including the finer details of Joe getting his pedicures, Jen's mini pinky, Darren's big pinky, and Kelly's ...

2021-03-16 - Asylum - Learn about investment strategies with a Certified Financial Planner

Joe welcomed his friend Brian Hartmann into The ASYLUM. Brian's a Certified Financial Planner and partner at granitebridgewealth.com. He spoke about how he helps his clients do an in-depth view of their finances, to deliver direction and holistic planning to meet short and long-term financial goals. Brian shared his advice on some of the common considerations that everyone should make, to grow their nest egg. If you're considering making a new investment strategy, this may be a good starting...

2021-03-09 - Asylum - Traveling in 2021 toward the hopeful end of COVID

Darren, Jen and Joe invited Noam Meppen into the ASYLUM! Noam's the Franchise Owner of Expedia Cruises in Scottsdale, AZ. Noam spoke to us about how he and his team of 20 Vacation Consultants,  can help anyone plan both cruises and all inclusive leisure resorts - not just Arizona residents! Noam just returned from Cancun, after checking out several new resorts, and shared his thoughts on them. He also spoke about changes in  the travel industry this year, how those in the travel industry are...

2021-03-02 - Asylum - Brands that have changed - for political correctness

The conversation started out with this topic, with Mrs Butterworth, Aunt Jemima, Dr Seuss and more. But as we discovered the brand issue strongly relates to the political climate of our times (Black Lives Matter, discrimination against minorities and women, etc) - we took a tangent first to gender bias and transgender issues, and then to politics and white men having an unfair advantage over women and minorities. Oy Vey!

2021-02-23 - Asylum - Blocking Facebook Friends, Who Why When and did you make up?

Darren, Jen & Joe share their stories about blocking Facebook friends. Joe Jordan blocked his own Asylum co-founder Darren - yet Joe said he doesn't remember why. Darren thinks it was due to his political views on Trump. Darren discovered the block when trying to find pics of Joe on his Facebook page, for promotional reasons. How could this happen? WHY? Tune in. See if your experiences are similar to ours. Oh the drama! Hear this and other stories, including religion and abortion views - and...

2021-02-16 - Asylum - Two Year Anniversary - Show Memories and Advice from a Pro - our guest Romaine Patterson

Darren invites Romaine Patterson into the ASYLUM, and Joe Jordan returns again. And of course Jen is with us. Romaine shares her DNR show headaches (Mark from MN) and how they have helped people (Mark from MN) and one of her most embarrassing DNR moments (Glory Holes). Darren shares his most embarrassing DNR moment (forgetting Romaine's parents were gone). The trio ask Romaine for her advice to succeed, and Hooker Hotline history, as the ASYLUM listens to their first Hotline call from Waywar...

2021.02.02 - Home Fitness Solutions during a Pandemic - versus risking the gym

ASYLUM welcomes back Joe Jordan back for a second run - and Jen leads the discussion, summarizing her in-person gym and exercise history and research into home fitness solutions including The Mirror, Tonal and Tempo. She decided on Tempo at $2200 plus $39 per month. Joe tells us about his desire to work out at gyms, and his thoughts on his condo clubhouse gym versus Planet Fitness, and his best results have been using weights. Darren mentions his experience with a personal trainer at a gym f...

2021.01.26 - Cutting the Cord - Streaming Video Services

ASYLUM welcomes a new host, Joe Jordan, who shares his experiences Cutting His Own Cord (is that a thing?). He tried Sling, Hulu, and researched others. Darren has also researched YouTube TV. But the general consensus is for the Asylum gang, maybe it's too soon to cut, due to imperfections with streaming. Tune in to hear more! Oh, and look for our YouTube Livestream next week at https://bit.ly/asylumlive - please subscribe to our channel!

2021.01.05 - Audio System Advice, Cruise advice and Congressional Traitors, Oh My!

Sitting in for Jen is our guest host and fellow DNR listener Michael Pyle. Darren talks about his latest Sonos audio system connected to his new LG 65" OLED TV, and Michael compares SIZES including his 65", connected to his Yamaha receiver. Michael also explains the difference between 5.1 and 7.1 sound systems, and what exactly Dolby "Atmos" means. Next up, brief advice on how to find COVID Vaccine locations, congressional traitors and Trump's latest "Perfect Phone Call" with Brad Raffensper...

2020.12.29 - SONOS audio and a COVID Christmas!

Continuing on from last weeks conversation about OLED vs QLED TV's, Darren and Jen summarize SONOS audio products and why they are awesome, and how you can integrate them with Alexa for voice commands. Darren takes a tangent and asks Jen about her childhood in Iran and versus the USA and discrimination she faced. Then circling back to the topic, Jen talks about her quiet Christmas plans, inviting a friend who was going to be alone for the holidays. And Darren takes an opposite approach - he ...

2021.01.12 - Flight Sim, Video Games and Oculus Quest 2 Virtual Reality with guest Kevin Vandenberg

Darren and Jen welcome back guest Kevin Vandenberg who tells us all about his new Virtual Reality gaming setup including the latest Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 VR, which he paired with the latest Oculus Quest 2 All-In-One VR Headset. Kevin describes in detail his path to high tech gaming including playing one of the most popular VR games, Beat Saber. Beam Me Up Scotty (BTW he never said that)!

2020.12.22 - OLED vs QLED TV's and Gaming

LG OLED CX vs Samsung QLED models and which is best in different lighting, what to look for in a new high-end TV if you want to play PlayStation, XBox Series X or the latest PC video games. Features to seek include support for 4K, HDR with G-Sync @ 120Hz and HDMI 2.1 supporting 48Gbps. And AirPlay is a notable plus. Jen talks about her hairless cats learning to work doorknobs to get into her ergonomic home office/recording studio. Darren tells the story of a tour he gave of his house, forget...

2020.12.15 - Trump's last ditch election overturn effort predicted Jan 6th

Darren and Jen celebrate Biden's electorial win - while also discussing Trumps continuous attempts at overriding the will of the people, to become the USA's first Dictator. We predict his final attempt will be Jan 6th when congress convenes to ratify the results. Trump will have some of his Republican buddies object to at least the swing states and hope that he can have some Democrats in the house, vote to reject the state electorial votes and thus hand the election to Trump. NOT going to ha...

2020.12.01 - Medical and hospital visits during a Pandemic

Oh what sad tale Darren weaves - from his mother-in-law getting knee replacement surgery in one hospital and his father-in-law the same day in a different hospital for being winded, and then Darren being in the hospital for chest pains. My what a Thanksgiving Week he's had. Darren made notes of what he observed during his overnight hospital stay during a pandemic. From gas to shots in the stomach and double masks, to murders by a nurse, he saw and heard it all. Meanwhile, Jen shares her medi...