The Tom Barnard Show

Dracula is one of the most enduring characters in the horror genre, and for good reason.  Before him, most monsters were powerful yet not particularly intelligent.  A giant lion is scary, sure, but you can always outsmart it.  Not so with Dracula. I don't think he was EVER called a sissy until today with Landyn Banx. You know how "bad" used to mean "good"?  It's kind of like that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It seems like every day, there's a new crisis.  In a country of over 300 million people, this is to be expected.  Bad news for people who have trouble with threat assessment.  Good news for people who have a podcast about the latest crisis.  Yes, I'm going somewhere with this.  Roshini has just such a podcast: The Crisis Files, where the Crisis Squad takes on the issue of the day. LINK: soundcloud.com/thecrisisfiles Then, Giovanni Ruscitti joins to talk about his trip to Italy to rediscover his heritage with his parents who immigrated here from the Abruzzo region after experiencing the brunt of World War 2 firsthand.  Unsurprisingly, there was a bit of culture shock going from Colorado to the streets of Italy where you can still see the damage from the war and poverty.  As sad as it is, it can make you thankful for things that you do have, such as a town that was never occupied by a hostile invading force.   Cobblestones, Conversations, and Corks: A Son's Discovery of His Italian Heritage - amzn.to/3C9AqlSSee

Hollywood is always patting themselves on the back for being on the forefront of everything.  All good in the world, they are responsible for.  This coming from the people who brought you Battlefield Earth.  Their credibility is suspect, to say the least.  Kristyn, on the other hand, is a very credible babysitter apparently.  Also entertainment reporter, but babysitter first.  It's a more fun job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ask any older parent and they'll tell you that the childhood years will be over before you know it.  Ask a younger parent and time has slowed to a crawl.  Hence, "Long Days, Short Years".  Andy Bomback is not only an author and parent, he's a doctor as well, which means he has to juggle a scientific mind with the behavior of a small child, who you could argue behave the opposite of scientifically.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Going to the doctor is never fun and that's why Nurse Blake will poke ya with a needle and your funny bone with some great laughs. Also when you feel overwhelmed breaking the law, well have a little Sedwick....Rob Sedgwick to be exact. Take the proper dosage and call me in the morningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever had something growing inside of you tharts the size of a grapefruit? Ever had a question you would like to ask Putin? All the good stuff is on this week's show. Enjoy, Share. Post. moonpjuggandhobbs.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had an automotive show scheduled and our guest, News anchor Chris Egert shows up to conduct and interview with Tom. Lots of inside media stories from the early years of the Catman till today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever wanted a burger, but didn't want it to be a real burger?  Well have I got news for you.  We're currently in a fake hamburger renaissance, apparently.  You can get a patty made out of fake meat, or beans, or quinoa, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.  Maybe you and your pet bison can become brand ambassadors for the latest burger-shaped substance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you heard that Jesus is on HBO Max?  If you're part of his family, he'll make sure you know.  Otherwise, it's up to us to spread the word.  It's a big responsibility, but we can handle it.  Especially now that we know how to pronounce the name of the series with complete accuracy.  See him on his special, Mr. Tough Life, ready to watch right now.  Also, we have a few listener questions for Tom that we field.  Check our social media every Friday to ask the family anything you can think of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today something was definitely wrong with both Moon and Hobbs. Can you figure out what it is? This is in poor taste and we won't ever behave like this ever again. Share Subscribe like...Listen to at the firepit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this best of, we revisit with Martha Bolton on Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the G.I.s of World War II then shift on over to the Facts of Life with the son of Charlotte Rae, Larry Strauss.....it's a Family Affair FRIDAY!!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Larry "Moon" Thompson of KS95 fame is our guest. Moon, Tom and Mike have 80 years of radio experience and share their stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When you think about famous people, you probably think about overdosing on drugs.  I mean, them overdosing on drugs.  Though you couldn't be blamed for wanting to end it all when you hear about the latest celebrity "news".  Anyway, there's a reason the connection between celebrities and drugs is so universal.  Harry Milman has gone through several celebrity deaths to investigate the strange circumstances behind them.  Of the ones he looked at, 70% of them involved drugs.  That's a lot.  He's not one to pontificate on why so many famous people seem to be drug addicts.  This is about what happened, not why.  Although the answer to that question isn't always obvious either.   Forensics: The Science Behind the Deaths of Famous PeopleBook 1: amzn.to/3oLEsZXBook 2: amzn.to/3cVNOiZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell

Humanity loves to make mountains out of molehills.  Whether it's the latest disease with an animal's name in it, nuclear meltdowns, or witches, there's always something to pretend is going to come get you.  That's not to say there are real dangers out there.  Like overly graphic scenes in TV shows and movies.  That'll scar you for life.  Just say "no" to anything with a harder rating than G.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mickey's Diner, a long-standing Saint Paul institution, is in dire straits.  The property has been sold and the future of the business is in question.  Rumor has it they were too late to the celery game, because apparently everyone is obsessed with the most boring plant in existence now.  Or maybe the problem was people listening to podcasters talk about the various substances you might find in a public pool and losing their appetites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why haven't there been any new episodes of Moon Pjugg and Hobbs? Find out why on episode 64 with special guest and world traveler Dave Otto!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When you have lived your life as an undercover Mobster like Giovanni Rocco, life can seem pretty down and out. That's why people like Jeff Foxworthy exsist, to make you laugh your cares away!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our first show with the new, national format. Former WCCO anchor Liz Collins joins us live in studio. We cover everything from the Jewish mafia from North Minneapolis to Mike Gelfand's hatred of writing for the Wall Street Journal. Liz out her Husband, Bob Kroll as a big softy that can cry at tv commercials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The last of something is always interesting.  The last of the Mohicans.  The last dragon.  The last samurai.  Maybe not that last one.  How about the last Jewish gangster?  No, it's not David.  Although David is a Jewish name, and he did wrestle a bear.  That sounds like something a gangster would do.  The subject of this book is Michael Hardy, godson of Bugsy Seigel and committer of various crimes both petty and whatever the opposite of petty is.  Grand, I guess. THE LAST JEWISH GANGSTER: The Early Years - amzn.to/3zATsjrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pest control is important.  Otherwise you get raccoons eating your trash, turkeys taking over your yard, and professional athletes saying $44 million a year isn't enough.  You have to stay on top of these things.  If you have a professional athlete problem, the best thing you can do is turn off the TV and stop buying tickets.  It may seem cruel, but if you ignore the problem you'll end up with tons of them, and then they'll all starve to death come winter.  And by "starve to death" I mean "retire at the age of 25".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.