Witmer&Quake Podcast
204 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Welcome to the Underachievers Podcast! A podcast hosted by three friends Mike Witmer, Jeff Quake and Brian Appleby trying to figure this whole life thing out. Talking anything from their own lives that week, to reviews and critiques to even a little sport talks. You never know what random tangent the guys will go down each episode. Come along and listen as these guys try to figure out how a podcast is done! As well as a secondary podcast with Mike and Jeff talking anything NHL, hockey and the Philadelphia Flyers listen from guys who are neither experts or analysts just two fans of the sport!
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Episodes
Top 10 Underachiever Moments of 2021: Part 1
December 21, 2021 21:21 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MBThe guys are off until 2021, but we've got you covered with another series of our highlights. We're looking over our top 10 moments from 2021. Starting it off part one with 10-5, with #10 Brian sharing his latest outing with some of his college friends. We then go back to early May when we had one of our many brackets, this one looking over a meme of how much of a dad we were. We then go to July when Mike shares how a fun weekend went to a rough one in a couple days, plus a couple fun s...
Taking A Look at Underwhelming NHL Teams
December 16, 2021 01:23 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBMike and Jeff are finally back with another hockey podcast! Starting off this weeks episode, they discuss the recent Covid-19 outbreaks a couple of the teams are dealing with. They also figure out if it is worth having NHL players going over for the Winter Olympics. They conclude the episode looking at some of the teams that have been struggling this season. From the Philadelphia Flyers, to the Montreal Canadians, New York Islanders and more. They look over why it has happened and if th...
Oh, What A Weekend
December 13, 2021 23:23 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MBThe guys are back with episode #83 of their Underachievers Podcast series! It's our last podcast of 2021! In this weeks episode, Brian's weekend gets majority of the air time. Starting from Brian's day out with a couple friends, back at his old college town. Brian goes all in on this one, hear how his 12-hour drinking venture goes and how surprisingly well he did. They conclude the episode talking more Madden NFL 22, in particular this time, some of the glitches in the game they are exp...
The Three Tangent Podcast
December 06, 2021 23:14 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBThe guys are back with episode #82 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one, we're without Jeff, but the show goes on. Starting it off Mike and Brian talk about the college football playoff and what they thought of the four teams in it. They also have a side tangent on what Brian thinks of the expanding college football playoff. The second tangent, Brian asks Mike what food and alcoholic drink he would have for the rest of his life. The final tangent, they go off on "Ron's Or...
The Story Time Podcast
November 29, 2021 23:27 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBThe guys are back with episode #81 of the guys Underachievers Podcast series! In this weeks episode, story time segments is a main theme for this one. Starting it off, the guys recap how their Thanksgiving's were. Jeff spending it at his aunts, Brian taking the long weekend to drink nearly the whole time and Mike's relaxing Thanksgiving at his parents. They then go on a tangent on the holiday itself, how they celebrate it, how younger cousins have aged and more. They conclude the episod...
Injuries to Key NHL Players and Flyers Recent Struggles
November 24, 2021 23:53 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! Yes, we are finally back to talk some hockey. Starting it off Mike and Jeff discuss the recent injury bug taking part in the NHL and the Philadelphia Flyers and the impact of them. They also talk about the Vancouver Canucks and recent trade rumors with the team during their recent struggles. Finally, they talk about the Flyers and their recent struggles trying to find some offense and more. Come along and hear what they think of the Fl...
Our Thanksgiving Special
November 22, 2021 23:30 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBThe guys are all back with episode #80 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this weeks episode we're having our Thanksgiving special. Starting it out, talking football, in particular more Madden NFL 22 talk with Brian and Mike, and Mike snapping his 22 game losing streak. Later in the episode, the guys talk about Thanksgiving itself, what they are doing for the holiday itself and the long weekend to follow it. Come along and hear how the guys are doing the week of Thanksgiving!
We're Missing One
November 15, 2021 23:46 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBThe guys are back with episode #79 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this weeks episode, the guys are without Jeff, but the show goes on! Starting it off Mike and Brian discuss Mike's recent struggles in Madden NFL 22 and his over 20 game losing streak to Brian. Later on, Brian shares his weekend up at Penn State going to the Penn State vs Michigan game, guys bribing to get into bars and his overall weekend in Penn State. Finally, they conclude this weeks episode with Mike and ...
Best-Of Our Underachievers: Story Time
November 09, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MBUnfortunately, the guys are off this week of their Underachievers Podcast series. But, we've got you covered this week with another series of our highlights. In this one we are showcasing our segments, "Story Time" starting it off with Mike sharing one of his latest golf outings with his dad and brother. It is then followed with Jeff sharing a pretty rough weekend for him and his fiancée at a couple town festivals. Finally, we having Brian sharing a weekend outing visiting a couple frie...
Is it Time for the NHL to Move on From Gary Bettman?
November 02, 2021 22:36 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBMike and Jeff are back with another week of their hockey podcast series! In this weeks episode, the two discuss Gary Bettman with his response in the wake of the Chicago Blackhawks covering up the sexual assault back in 2010. They answer the question of is it time to fire Gary Bettman and everyone else who was responsible for covering it up and not giving the right punishment for it. They also go over what they would give for the punishment for it, if the league truly wanted to send a m...
Football on top of Football Talk
November 01, 2021 22:43 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBThe guys are back with episode #78 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this weeks episode, the guys are without Jeff, but the show goes on. Mike and Brian mainly discuss football, starting it off they talk about Madden NFL 22. A game Jeff and Brian had last week, how playing against the other know what potential play is about to be run and what they think of the game overall now. They finish the podcast talking about the NFL, Derrick Henry's injury and how that could hurt the Tit...
The Fun of Halloween
October 25, 2021 22:47 - 52 minutes - 71.4 MBThe guys are back with episode #77 of their Underachievers Podcast series! Starting off this weeks episode off they talk about Halloween, first about how quickly it came around, halloween costumes their thoughts on it and the impressive costumes some people have. They conclude this part talking about parts of halloween they enjoy like haunted hayrides and haunted events that happen during the holiday. Finally, they conclude the episode talking about Madden NFL and some of the games they...
A Little Tardy and Madden Talk
October 18, 2021 23:02 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MBThe guys are back with episode #76 of their Underachievers Podcast Series! In this one, Jeff is once again, a wee bit late for the podcast. Starting it off, Mike talks about his relaxing afternoon golfing with his dad, brother and brother's roommate. Talking the way to go about doing it, how it's helpful during this time and more. The remainder of the episode they talk about Madden NFL. What was their worst lost, Which way to lose is worse close or a blowout and just how gutsy are they ...
Our NHL 2021-22 Season Preview
October 13, 2021 00:12 - 1 hour - 132 MBMike and Jeff are back with another episode of their hockey podcast series! In today's episode we're taking an in-depth look at the upcoming 2021-22 NHL season. Starting it off they discuss recent league news, including some extensions to some key players like Aleksander Barkov, Jon Cooper and more. They then transition into their league wide season preview, how they think the standings will look, who will make the playoffs and who are the dark horse teams. As well as a preview of the u...
Scary Connecticut Roads and Fantasy Football
October 11, 2021 22:52 - 56 minutes - 78 MBThe guys are back with episode #75 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one, we're all back! Well... Not to start the podcast off, as Jeff is a little late for this one. Brian also shares his weekend out in Connecticut visiting some college friends, the fun he had, to accidentally calling Mike and Jeff and more. Brian and Jeff also discuss the recent success in their fantasy football leagues. They then conclude the episode talking about Mike and Jeff's recent games of NBA 2K ...
Airing of Grievances
October 04, 2021 23:40 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBThe guys are back with episode #74 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys are without Brian, but the show goes one. Mike and Jeff start off the podcast discussing past not-so-great moments of their past episodes and an anniversary of one that is coming up. They then talk about two festivals Jeff went to and the unfortunate luck he had with them, which gets them talking about food festivals in general. They conclude the episode talking about a couple stories about B...
NHL Camps Opening Up
September 23, 2021 00:01 - 1 hour - 105 MBMike and Jeff are back with another week of their hockey podcast series! This week we are talking about recent RFA signings of Karill Kaprizov and Rasmus Dahlin. We then take a look at the Buffalo Sabres situation with Jack Eichel, Vancouver Canucks and trying to sign Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson. They conclude the podcast talking about the Philadelphia Flyers opening up their training camp soon with a couple big injuries and who could fill in for Kevin Hayes. Come along and hear w...
Summer's Over and Tailgating
September 20, 2021 23:39 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBThe guys are back with episode #73 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys talk about summer coming to an end and the guys feelings towards the colder weather coming around. They also talk about tailgating and whether sporting events are worth going to in person, in particular football. They conclude the podcast with Brian sharing a couple nights out he had over the last week! Come along and see how the guys are doing this week!
Come Along For A Little Hockey Talk
September 16, 2021 00:30 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBAfter weeks off, Mike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast episode! In this week's episode they start off talking about RFA's that still need to be extended, like Karill Kaprizov and Brady Tkachuk. They then talk about the upcoming NHL season and their overall feelings toward it. They also talk about the Carolina Hurricanes, Flyers and more. Come along and hear how the guys feel about the coming season!
Yeah... We Don't Know Either
September 14, 2021 00:28 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBThe guys are back with episode #72 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we've got an all over the place episode, which is usual, for us. Starting it off the guys discuss recap their time off from the past couple weeks. Followed by Mike and Brian recapping their recent games of Madden NFL 22. They also talk week 1 of the NFL season and the their early thoughts of the Philadelphia Eagles season. The conclusion of the podcast just goes off the rails when Brian tries to order...
Best-Of Our Underahievers: 8
September 06, 2021 15:41 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBUnfortunately, the guys are off this week for the holiday. But, we've got you covered with another series of our highlights. In this one we are featuring segments when we had one of us missing for an episode. Starting it off, we have moments with Mike and Jeff, the first going a few months back when they were talking top sports moments they had from their youth. The other moment is Mike and Jeff sharing moments they had on the golf course. The last two moments with Brian and Mike, the f...
The Joys of Building
August 30, 2021 23:51 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBThe guys are back with episode #71 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this weeks episode, we are without Jeff, but the show goes on. Starting it off Brian shares his struggles building a desk at his new apartment. As well as his weekend down in Philly with his friends. They then have an unofficial/official critique on Madden NFL 22, which leads to them, once again, talking about their many games against each other in both Madden and NBA2K. Come along and hear how the guys are do...
Let's Talk About the Flyers
August 26, 2021 22:16 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBMike and Jeff are back with another episode of their hockey podcast series! In a brief podcast they discuss the Philadelphia Flyers. First, talking about the seven year extension to Flyers center Sean Couturier and their thoughts on it. They then talk about the team acquiring Derick Brassard and the depth he could provide. Finally, they take a shot at what the lineup could look like for the season opener. Come along and hear what they think of the Flyers recent signings and extensions!
Golfer Mike and Sports Video Games
August 24, 2021 00:05 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBWe're back with episode #70 of our Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we're without Brian, but the show goes on! Starting it off Mike shares his golf outing with his dad, brother and his brother's roommate. They then go on a long tangent on sports video games. First, talking about MLBtheShow and the 'Road to the Show' feature and what they think of it. Followed by them talking about sports video games in general and their thoughts about them and if they should have a new game ev...
Best-Of Our Underachievers: 7
August 17, 2021 00:16 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBUnfortunately, the guys are off this week for their Underachievers Podcast series! But, we've got you covered with another series of our highlights. We've got four clips for you, both back-to-back segments. Starting it off we've got two random tangents; the first of which, is Jeff ask about their movie watching experience, which is then followed by them talking about blockbuster and old hangout spots. The last two segments talking about furthering college the first one, one their life a...
The One Where We Struggle, Again
August 09, 2021 23:15 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBThe guys are back with episode #69 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys, kind of struggle throughout the episode. They discuss, once again about Madden NFL 21 and NBA 2K, Mike's recent struggles in the game and the game they sweated the most over. The guys also look over another bracket they made, this one on the best animated character and more. Come along and hear an episode that clearly shows why we're called the, "Underachievers Podcast"!
Key NHL Offseason Signings
August 09, 2021 00:44 - 1 hour - 124 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! In this week's episodes we are continuing our look in at the NHL offseason. Looking at the most recent and biggest signings of free agency thus far. We also look at some of the bigger contracts some young Defenseman are getting and our thoughts on that. Finally, we conclude this weeks episode looking at the Philadelphia Flyers offseason moves and give them a rating. Come along and hear our thoughts on if teams have gotten better, if th...
The Best Of Our Underachievers: 6
August 03, 2021 14:50 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBUnfortunately, the guys are off this week of their Underachievers Podcast series. But, we've got you covered with another series of our highlights. In this one we are going back the past two months. Starting it off with the guys sharing their weekend visiting each other for the first time in months. We then go to the guys sharing their thoughts on karaoke and if they'd ever do it. Followed by Witmer sharing his thoughts on becoming an uncle. We conclude this months best-of moments with ...
A Busy NHL Offseason Continues
July 28, 2021 00:40 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! In this weeks episode we're continuing our discussion on the NHL offseason, and where we currently sit. Starting it off with Marc-Andre Fleury getting traded to Chicago, recap of the expansion draft and trades that have happened the past couple days. They also discuss the Philadelphia Flyers busy offseason continuing with their many trades and signing Keith Yandle. Come along and hear how they think of the Flyers offseason so far!
Video Game Dominance and College Sports
July 26, 2021 22:51 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBThe guys are back with episode #68 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys, once again, discuss video games and Brian's recent success in 2K against Mike and Jeff, having 20+ point wins, to the many 3's he hits in a game. Mike also shares his relaxing weekend with his family and the consequences of it that he is still dealing with. They conclude the podcast talking college sports, in particular, college football and players getting paid for their likeness and more. ...
Expansion Draft Eve
July 21, 2021 01:07 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! In this weeks episode we're taking a look at the moves and protected players for the Seattle Kraken's expansion draft tomorrow. Starting it off looking at the trades that happened in the past couple days, including Ryan Ellis going to the Philadelphia Flyers for Phil Myers and Nolan Patrick. They conclude the podcast looking at the protected and non-protected players for the draft, which players stand out and who they think Seattle cou...
The One Where We Get Better as the Show Goes On
July 19, 2021 23:37 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBThe guys are back with episode #67 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one, after a rough start, the guys discuss their weekend visiting each other, more Madden NFL talk with Mike and Brian and just how they play against the other in terms of defense, and more. The guys conclude the podcast with another bracket, this one of the best tv comedy characters since 1995. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
The NHL Offseason Starting to Heat Up
July 14, 2021 13:30 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast, after having the last week off, the guys take a look at the early NHL offseason. Starting it off talking about Zach Parise and Ryan Suter getting bought out by the Minnesota Wild, and the news that Pekke Rinne retired. They later go on to discuss a little on the flyers offseason, potential trade targets and how they feel the Flyers should be as a team. Come along and hear how the early part of the NHL offseason is going!
Later Time, Same Underachievers
July 13, 2021 13:15 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBThe guys are back with episode #66 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we're all back, after being off last week. Starting off this one with a little recap from Jeff moving into his new place in Delaware, followed by Mike and Brian talking about their various games of Madden NFL 21 and NBA2K. They conclude the episode with a little debate between Brian and Jeff over hockey vs football. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
The Half & Half Podcast II
June 29, 2021 15:13 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MBWe're back with episode #65 of our Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys are without Brian, but the show goes on. Mike and Jeff have a half and half podcast starting off the episode with the Underachievers Podcast, talking about Mike's new Apple Watch, Jeff moving to Delaware with his girlfriend, finishing it with a discussion about Star Wars. In the second half the guys are talking about the start of the Stanley Cup Finals, starting tonight with the Tampa Bay Lightning an...
We Know Our Music
June 22, 2021 00:08 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBWe're back with episode #64 of our Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we're all back on Zoom. First, the guys discuss their annoyance with the Philadelphia 76ers losing in the 2nd round of the playoffs to the Atlanta Hawks and their feelings on Ben Simmons. The guys also have a little fun creating another bracket, this one of the best bands since 2000. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
Where We Are in the NHL Playoffs
June 15, 2021 23:16 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBAfter three weeks away, Mike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast. In this one we take a look at the 2021 Stanley Cup Finals, as the semi-finals begin, a look at the Colorado Avalanche going forward, potential defenseman the Philadelphia Flyers can go after and more. Come along and hear how Mike and Jeff feel these playoffs are going!
The Odd Man Out
June 14, 2021 23:47 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBThe guys are back with episode #63 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one Mike and Brian are actually in person, for the first time in over a year, while Jeff remains on Zoom. Adulting and life after college is a main focal point this week, starting it off with the guys sharing how life went after graduating. They also go down another tangent on the Master's Program and furthering your schooling, is it worth it, how would it be beneficial and if Mike and Jeff would consider...
Being the Fun Uncle and Beach Trips are Back!
June 07, 2021 23:53 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBThe guys are back with episode #62 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one they are without Jeff, but the show goes on. Mike and Jeff discuss, Mike becoming an uncle and what to look forward to with becoming the fun uncle. They also talk about beach trips coming back and how fun they can be. The guys conclude the podcast with a little sports talk, first talking about the Logan Paul and Floyd Mayweather fight and Julio Jones getting traded to the Tennessee Titans. Come along ...
The Best-Of Our Underachievers: 5
May 31, 2021 14:16 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBThe guys are off this week for their Underachievers Podcast series. But, we've got you covered with another series of our highlights. In these clips we start off with Brian and Mike sharing their journey going to King of Prussia to get Brian's iPhone. We then go to one of the brackets we completed with the greatest products of all time, followed by another bracket we created on the best childhood game. Finally, we conclude this best-of with the guys looking over a questionnaire of how m...
Another Week, Another Week of Nothing
May 24, 2021 23:28 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBThe guys are back with episode #61 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one sports is an overall theme, starting it off talking about the Philadelphia 76ers first round playoff match against the Washington Wizards and Jeff actually watching a game, another discussion on Madden and NBA2K. The guys conclude the podcast talking about the NFL their thoughts on OTA's and Julio Jones. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
The Start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs!
May 20, 2021 22:56 - 1 hour - 83 MBMike and Jeff are back with another week of their hockey podcast series! In this one they discuss the early first round matchups of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. A look at the brackets they made, fun friendly wagers, a look at to some of the close series and more. They also discuss teams that are in danger if they don't perform in these playoffs, the Colorado Avalanche and more. Come along and see what the guys think of the early first round action!
The Music Men
May 17, 2021 23:35 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBThe guys are back with episode #60 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we've got everyone back! Music is a major theme in this one, mainly going back to a conversation they had on their previous podcast and Jeff's thoughts on AJR's "Neotheater" album. They also discuss video games, Mike and Brian's continuous games of NBA 2K and Madden21, Xbox 1's and more. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
A Look at the Upcoming 2020-21 NHL Playoffs
May 13, 2021 23:36 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! In this one the guys take a look at the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs. Look at potential matchups, surprises with teams that made it and more. They also take a look at some of the struggling teams like the Buffalo Sabres and the New York Rangers firings. They also ask what the best option out there for a potential head coach. Come along and hear a preview of what Mike and Jeff think about the upcoming playoffs!
Sliding Into the DMs
May 10, 2021 22:59 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MBThe guys are back with episode #59 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one we are without Jeff, but the show goes on. First, Mike and Brian recap a little more of their weekends in Virginia and Madden21 games. They also discuss why they did morning classes and shifts, Melinda Gates' divorce from Bill Gates, Tim Tebow signing with the Jaguars. The two also ask if the album "Neotheater" by AJR is the best album from a band in the last 20 plus years. Come along and hear how the...
Getting the Gang Back Together
May 03, 2021 23:26 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBThe guys are back with episode #58 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one they are without Brian for this one, but the show goes on. Mike and Jeff recap their weekend getting together with friends for the first time in a while. Talking about their football game, some of the video games they played and all around relaxing weekend. Come along and hear about their interesting, yet fun weekend!
NHL TV Deal and Giroux's Milestone
April 30, 2021 00:17 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBMike and Jeff are back with a new hockey podcast! After a couple weeks off, the guys are back. In this one they take a look at the teams that made it in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the new TV deal the league made with ESPN and WarnerMedia. They conclude the podcast with a little Flyers talk, talking about the struggling team, Giroux's milestone climbing 3rd in the Philadelphia Flyers all-time points leader and more. Come along and hear what they have to say about the TV deal and Giroux's ...
Brian The Genius
April 26, 2021 23:33 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBThe guys are back with episodes #57 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one they discuss Brian and Mike's game of Madden21 and NBA2K. They also talk about Jeff's birthday, Brian getting fitted for a new suit and more updates. The three conclude the podcast talking about how they watch movies in the theater and using the bathroom, leading down to some nostalgia for Stadium Grille and BlockBuster. Come along and hear how they are doing this week!
The Guys Reunited Weekend
April 19, 2021 23:10 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MBThe guys are back with episode #56 of their Underachievers Podcast series! In this one the guys talk about their weekend getting back together in person in 8 plus months. Talking about the video games they played from NBA 2K, Madden NFL 21 and their fun drinking game out of playing Halo Reach. They also discuss the other fun they had at the weekend hitting the bars and more. Come along and hear how the guys are doing this week!
2021 NHL Trade Deadline Special
April 12, 2021 23:33 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBMike and Jeff are back with another hockey podcast! The guys are taking the week off from Underachievers Podcast, because the NHL trade deadline was today. In this one Mike and Jeff host their third year deadline special, looking at most of the trades made, some of the bigger ones, to minor depth moves, to even seeing how the Philadelphia Flyers fared during it all. Mike and Jeff break it all down today, so come along and hear how they think the 2021 NHL trade deadline went!