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Rabblecast 458 - Remakes of 80's Movies, Garry Marshall

We say goodbye to another individual on this episode, as we report on the passing of Garry Marshall(aged 81). Known as an actor, director, producer, writer, voice artist, and comedian. Marshall created the TV show Happy Days and its various spin-offs. He also directed Pretty Woman, Runaway Bride, Valentine's Day, New Year's Eve, Mother's Day, and The Princess Diaries movies.

Also on this episode, we run down a list of 24 80's movies remakes. Movies such Robocop, Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm Street, and many others. Which one is better? The remake or the original?

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Direct download: Rabblecast_Ep_458.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 6:40pm EDT

Rabblecast 457 - "Cyborg" Santos' Injury, Brock Lesnar Fails Drug Test

*(Original recording date, 7/19/2016)

On this week's show, we take another look at the world of MMA. During the Bellator 158 MMA event in London, Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos suffered a sudden defeat against his opponent, Michael Page via a well placed knee strike. The ending of that bout gained lots of news coverage, mostly due to the way that Page celebrated the victory. But it wasn't until news broke of the severity of Santos' head injury did people react in a different way.  

We also talk about the news of Brock Lesnar failing two drug tests, one test before UFC 200, the other one immediately after the UFC event. What Lesnar failed for has not been revealed. But Lesnar himself claims, "We will get to the bottom of this." It has yet to be announced if this will affect his return to the WWE for his upcoming match at Summer Slam 2016. For us, it brings up the discussion of Performance Enhancing Drugs(PEDs) and how they have impacted the world sports and competition.

The latest entry into the "Horrible Events in History" file comes in the form of the Dyatlov Pass Incident. Doug brings us the story of nine ski hikers in the Ural Mountains on February 2, 1959. 

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Direct download: Rabblecast_Ep_457.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 9:43pm EDT

Rabblecast 456 - Pokemon Go, UFC 200

Once again, we have an odd mix of topics that you probably won't find on most shows. Are you one of the millions of fans playing the new Pokemon Go app from mobile game company, Niantic and everyone's favorite family home entertainment video game provider, Nintendo. Look out of your home window, you will probably see a few Pokemon hunters walking or riding by as they explore the real world(probably for the first time) for their favorite pocket monster.

UFC 200, did you watch it? We didn't, but we do our best to go over the results and discuss some of the recent news and controversy surrounding the sport. The UFC, once purchased for $2 million dollars was recently sold for $4 billion. How's that for a financial return?

And last but certainly not least, Doug brings us another mining based tragedy for this week's "Horrible Events in History" with the Knox Mine Disaster.

 

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Direct download: Rabblecast_Ep_456.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 6:41pm EDT

Rabblecast 455 - What Did You Watch After Pro Wrestling?

One day removed from a short 4th of July weekend, the guys meet up in the studio to mull over a few things. Like, have you ever wondered about some of the TV shows that aired after WWF/WWE finished up? G vs E, Pacific Blue, just to name a couple.

We find out what kind of late night TV Doug used to record using his VCR. You would be amazed at what kind of gems you can find when you just let it run. Jimmy gives us a glimpse into his "well financed mid-life crisis" and he offers up some simple advice that everyone can use.

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Direct download: Rabblecast_Ep_455.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 3:24pm EDT

Rabblecast 454 - Anton Yelchin, WWE Suspends Roman Reigns

Two shows in one week! Hell must have frozen over. Or not. Hernandez, Doug, and Jimmy get back to business as they return to the studio to catch up with one another and talk about recent events.

We touch upon the passing of Anton Yelchin(aged 27), star of many recent films. Terminator: Salvation, The recent Star Trek films, and Green Room. Mr. Yelchin fell victim to what many are calling a "freak accident" involving his 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

We also talk about the recent suspension of former WWE Champion, Roman Reigns and the timing of the suspension itself. When did the actual violation of the Drug Policy happen? When did they finally enforce the penalty of a 30 day suspension.

Doug also returns with another entry into the "Horrible Events in History" file. This time, he brings us the town of Centralia, Pennsyvania and the mine fire that has been burning since 1962.

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Direct download: Rabblecast_Ep_454.mp3
Category:Comedy -- posted at: 8:29pm EDT

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