ep 101- Caveman Idol, Men of Science, and the Poop XXX Recruiters
Release Date: 08/01/2026
Flight 1080 – Episode 102: Mutant Babies, Mountain Monsters & Caveman Love
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Dave and Billy revisit the 1974 horror classic It’s Alive and its unforgettable star—a murderous mutant baby with a serious attitude problem. Then we head into the Santa Cruz Mountains in search of mysterious creatures, strange folktales, local legends and cryptids that may—or may not—be lurking in the woods. Plus, Caveman Idol returns with another round of prehistoric talent, followed by the debut of The Caveman Dating Game, where romance is primitive, the bachelors are questionable, and true love may involve an angry badger. Mutant babies. Mountain monsters. Caveman romance. Just...
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ep 101- Caveman Idol, Men of Science, and the Poop XXX Recruiters
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Caveman Idol, Men of Science, and the Poop XXX Recruiters Dave and Billy kick things off with another Word of the Day, return to the laboratory for a brand-new edition of Men of Science, and premiere the first-ever episode of Caveman Idol. Watch—or rather, imagine—as prehistoric performers attempt beatboxing, rap music, magic tricks, and fire taming with predictably disastrous results. The guys also discuss one of the strangest stories to come out of San Jose, California: an alleged scheme involving people being recruited to appear in "Poop XXX" movies.
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Episode 100: Magic, Cats & Sleeping in the Nude
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Flight 1080 – Episode 100: Magic, Cats & Sleeping in the Nude It's our 100th episode, and we're celebrating the only way we know how—with complete nonsense. Billy and Dave debate the horrors of sleeping in the nude, share another collection of delightfully absurd cat poetry, challenge each other in another edition of Men of Science, and welcome the mysterious Mr. Billy Armi Genie Man, who stops by the studio to amaze Dave with a magic trick. It's weird, it's unpredictable, and it's everything you've come to expect from Flight 1080.
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Episode 99 Men of Science and the Battle of the Sexes
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Episode 99- Men of Science and the Battle of the Sexes Who's easier to understand—men or women? Dave and Billy tackle the age-old debate as they compare the topics that seem to fascinate each sex, with predictably humorous results. The conversation also turns to some of Hollywood's greatest actors before another entertaining edition of Men of Science!, where one professor always seems to get the better end of the "randomly selected" questions. Join us for another fun-filled episode packed with laughs, lively conversation, and the unexpected.
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ep 98- Sorry About That Noise
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Episode 98- "Sorry About That Noise!" This episode goes everywhere it probably shouldn't. Dave Michaels and Billy Armi explore strange "Words of the Day," debate the awkward body sounds that deserve an apology, imagine the bizarre circumstances that could leave behind the world's weirdest chalk outlines, compare the most common everyday phrases from around the globe, and ask whether Americans could survive on drought-resistant crops and livestock. Plus, it's an international edition of "Tasty or Tainted?" as the guys sample mystery snacks from an Asian market while trying to answer trivia...
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ep 97- Ghosts in the Machine, Bikini Baristas and Bad Coffee- Flight 1080
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Join Dave Michaels and Billy Armi for another unpredictable ride on Flight 1080! This week the crew wonders whether bikini baristas and hot coffee are really a good combination before diving into the surprisingly disgusting things that are legally allowed to end up in our food. Along the way, listeners test their ears with another Mystery Sound, the professors return for Men of Science to tackle audience questions, and Dave and Billy try to predict how their regular callers would answer a series of funny philosophical questions. The adventure continues with the latest installment of the KSCO...
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ep 97 – Hangtown, Hidden Histories, and Men of Science
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Billy and Dave take a journey through some of California's most curious place names, exploring the origins of the Missouri Triangle, Buttonwillow, Bakersfield, Alum Rock, Willow Glen, and Hangtown. They also uncover the story of the Lexington murders and discuss the San Jose park where public hangings once took place—a park that still exists today. Plus, it's time for another Word of the Day and a brand-new Men of Science segment as Professors Armi and Michaels answer questions from the audience. The conversation also turns to the Nazis' fascination with religious relics, historical...
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Flight 1080 – Episode 96: Father's Day and the Holodeck Mystery
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Dave and Billy discuss what dads really want for Father's Day, why moms seem to want completely different things for Mother's Day, and pay tribute to the late Boring Jeff. They also answer listener questions in another edition of Men of Science, tackling everything from Mars to artificial intelligence. Plus, the latest KSCO Whodunnit: "The Disappearance of Dave Michaels." When Dave vanishes inside KSCO's newly installed holodeck, Detective Billy Armi must navigate a maze of bizarre number theories, virtual reality chaos, and impossible logic to bring him home. It's all part of another...
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Episode 95: Predicting the Class of 2026 & The AI Silent Treatment
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Episode 95: Predicting the Class of 2026 & The AI Silent Treatment In Episode 95 of Flight 1080, Dave Michaels and Billy Armi take a look at the fascinating life and legacy of legendary filmmaker and radio pioneer Orson Welles. The conversation then shifts to the graduating Class of 2026, as Dave and Billy make their predictions about who might become tomorrow's biggest winners—and who could face a rough road ahead. The episode also features KSCO Whodunnit #54: "The AI Silent Treatment – The Death of Jim Twu," a darkly humorous murder mystery in which artificial intelligence,...
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ep 94- Remembering Boring Jeff, The Hill on Fire, and The Carol Protocol
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Dave Michaels and Billy Armi remember their friend and fellow broadcaster Jeff "Boring Jeff" Savage, longtime host of Driver's Seat, while exploring several highly questionable ways to honor his memory. Things quickly go off the rails when Alec decides that drinking a quart of motor oil is a good idea before anyone can stop him—or encourage him. Also featured is Episode 3 of BUMTOWN – Suburban Stories of the Weird, titled The Hill on Fire, along with the latest installment of The KSCO Whodunnit, Whatdunnit, What-The-Heck-Is-Going-On-Here Murder Mystery & Slightly Off-Topic Theater of...
info_outlineCaveman Idol, Men of Science, and the Poop XXX Recruiters
Dave and Billy kick things off with another Word of the Day, return to the laboratory for a brand-new edition of Men of Science, and premiere the first-ever episode of Caveman Idol. Watch—or rather, imagine—as prehistoric performers attempt beatboxing, rap music, magic tricks, and fire taming with predictably disastrous results.
The guys also discuss one of the strangest stories to come out of San Jose, California: an alleged scheme involving people being recruited to appear in "Poop XXX" movies.