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Dead hangs, Unsheltered dogs and Steph ruins Easter 04/05/2026

Dead hangs, Unsheltered dogs and Steph ruins Easter Josh discusses his family's trip to the shelter. Josh joins a "stud farm". Steph destroy's Easter lunch in the fitness moment. Joeywood gives a huge thumbs up to Hail Mary. Phil Collins get discussed again. In the news, Zach discusses old lady deadhangs and corporate April Fool's jokes. Dad discusses the fallout of not being able to eat in strongman competitions, ultra-running and life. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40737645

Ben Law!!! 03/29/2026

Ben Law!!! Bassist for Painted Light, Ben Law, joins us to discuss all things music. Steph discusses the devastation of Parkinsons Disease and her recertification to help those afflicted. Joeywood becomes a music history lesson in Phil Collins and CCR. In the news, we discuss walkout songs, unfortunate-named politicians, and really fast high schoolers. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40657885

Pooping in the Park and Political Parties 03/22/2026

Pooping in the Park and Political Parties Josh discusses his cleansing and a fellow patient's cleansing, accompanied by nachos. Luke Combs sets a record. In the weather, Luke discusses blizzards and 70-degree temperatures in the same week. Zach takes over the fitness minute and discusses the benefits of eating a lot of carbs. Josh gives a Joeywood. In the news, Zach discusses a park pooper and an absolute stud. Dad gives an update on the much-discussed and debated political primary in Illinois. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40575340

Entrepreneurship with Jon Hazell 03/15/2026

Entrepreneurship with Jon Hazell Our guest, Jon Hazell, takes us through his multifaceted journey through entrepreneurship. Josh gets dissed by a 7-year-old. In the fitness moment, we discuss the best piece of workout equipment. Joeywood throws a fan theory about Shawshank Redemption. Dad adds a very interesting nugget about the Outlaw Josie Wells. In the news, Zach discusses a "stolen" ambulance and lifting tons of weight for charity. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40488805

Happy Birthday, Luke! 03/08/2026

Happy Birthday, Luke! The show starts with a musical tribute to the day Luke was born. Joe yells at Josh about his upcoming trip. Luke discusses the weather changes in an hour time frame. Steph gives tips on maintaining your physical balance. The crew discusses and is disgusted by the LA Marathon's practice of giving medals to non-finishers. Joeywood discusses bowling, not movies. Dad drops a " The Usual suspects quote. The news refers back to personalized license plates. Dad ends it with 172 grams of sugar in a cup of coffee. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40357760

Macros and Japanese Snowball Fights 03/01/2026

Macros and Japanese Snowball Fights Josh starts the show off by discussing a new female 100-mile record. The gang rips apart a kettlebell baseball swing workout. Steph discusses the importance of matching your macros to your fitness level. Luke informs us that the weather sucks again. Joeywood breaks down a movie within a movie. In the news, we discuss snowball fighting in the Olympics and a poker-playing grandma. Dad reeves the political debate from a few weeks ago. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40272430

The Rise Winter Classic and a Trip to AlaFreakingBama 02/23/2026

The Rise Winter Classic and a Trip to AlaFreakingBama A special guest, Paris, announces her name change. The same as Joe's. Zach and Steph break down the Rise Winter Classic. Josh discusses his trip to Alabama, particularly his time at Muscle Shoals Recording Studio. Luke informs us that the weather is back to being terrible. Joeywood brings on a special guest, Boston, who actually describes the movie. Joe refuses to rate the movie. In the news, Zach tells a heartfelt story about a guy saying goodbye his way and a moron suing Buffalo Wild Wings for a ridiculous reason. Dad discusses booth sizes at a new restaurant in town. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40194130

RIP Dawson Leery 02/15/2026

RIP Dawson Leery The show starts out with a tribute to James Van Der Beek. The gang turns its attention to two different trips to the DMV. In the fitness minute, Steph discusses heart health. Joe does a Joeywood on the new Chris Pratt movie. Zach discusses human skulls. The crew ends the show with a heated debate about a political election. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40116685

No Geezers 02/08/2026

No Geezers Josh discusses his failed attempt at an escape room. He then goes on to buy a stereo in 2026. The gang has a long discussion on Zach's "man-purse". Look gives the weather with some sun in the forecast. Steph bags on the Baddie Daddie and discusses meal prep simultaneously. Joe gives a Joeywood while not doing a Joeywood. In the news, Zach discusses a man who is extremely passionate about football and a bar that dislikes older patrons. Dad brings the show down by bringing up the "tunnel of death." /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/40036630

A Guy in the Timber and Wall to Wall Carpet 02/01/2026

A Guy in the Timber and Wall to Wall Carpet Josh discusses a disgruntled customer. Steph breaks down how fitness can fight off dementia. Luke informs us that the weather is still terrible, but the car wash business is good. In the news, Zach discusses a hotel on the moon and 2 year old pool prodigy. Dad takes his life into his hands and trespasses for some podcast content. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39953225

SpikeCamp By-product 01/29/2026

SpikeCamp By-product Welcome to Itwus, the Damndest Thang's first by-product. Zach and Josh delve a little deeper into SpikeCamp. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39923490

SpikeCamp Recap and Curt Cignetti VS Genghis Khan 01/25/2026

SpikeCamp Recap and Curt Cignetti VS Genghis Khan Josh and Zach recap SpikeCamp 2026. Steph reads the AARP Magazine. The gang discusses ways to lower the rate of diabetes. Luke tells us about how miserable the Illinois weather is, again. In the news, we discuss a bodybuilder who was injected with chemicals and all-time great hires. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39871775

A Wannabe Mermaid and Compound Movements 01/18/2026

A Wannabe Mermaid and Compound Movements Josh discusses Chelsea's interesting study habits. In the Fitness Moment, Steph discusses compound movements. Joe takes over the weather and updates everyone on the weather at Soldier Field for the Bears game. In the news, Zach discusses a mermaid and juggling a soccer ball. Dad is curious about climber strength. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39774005

Josh is not Special and check out these new CDs 01/11/2026

Josh is not Special and check out these new CDs Josh tries and fails to join the Army Special Forces. Fitness Minute discusses the importance of putting in the work. Zach discusses banned license plates and Turkish get-ups. In the weather, it still sucks in Illinois. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39688935

Marshall Trexler 01/04/2026

Marshall Trexler Marshall Trexler, an Army Infantryman, endurance athlete, and amazing person, joins us today to discuss life in the military and endurance running. Marshall discusses his charity, Task Force Dagger, and his upcoming race, the Mingus Traverse. Joeywood does Anaconda. Zach discusses the most overused words of 2025 and a guy who left stuff in a car he stole. Steph does her first fitness minute (it was about 20 minutes long). /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39605710

Louie Louie and 2 Boots wrapped separately! 12/28/2025

Louie Louie and 2 Boots wrapped separately! Josh discusses a depressing trip to the VA where he was called skinny fat. Louie Louie saved the day. Joeywood features mom and dad at the Sphere watching The Wizard of Oz. Zach discusses a 72 MPH no-handed bicycle ride, and the Lamb of God is not what you think. The gang discusses their 2025 Christmas and their most memorable gifts from the past. We apologize for the technical difficulties. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39547300

Paris Chooses Joe over the Entire State of Montana 12/22/2025

Paris Chooses Joe over the Entire State of Montana Bozeman, MT, makes some fine pancakes and hash browns. Paris wants to live with Joe. The gang debates whether "Mistress for Christmas" is a Christmas song. Joeywood discusses Home Alone, a religious film. In the news, a guy sings Christmas songs for 42 hours, and a guy is teleported into a stolen car. Dad discusses a strongman who eats 7,000 calories a day. Merry Christmas!!! /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39489470

Planes, Planks, and the 2025 Music in Review! 12/14/2025

Planes, Planks, and the 2025 Music in Review! Josh discusses his neighbor's plane. The gang shares their #1 streamed music of 2025. Joeywood discusses 5 Nights at Freddy's PT2. Joe also discusses the spiritual ending to the movie Ghostbusters. In the news, long-held planks and a piano-playing octopus. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39403860

RIP Princess 12/06/2025

RIP Princess Josh discusses losing his puppy Princess. The gang gets into a heated debate over whether chilli is a soup. This leads to arguing about shows no one watches. Josh discusses Taylor University's "Silent Night" basketball tradition. Joeywood discusses the movie, The Rock, which is actually a James Bond movie. In the news, we have a turkey duel. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39307775

Judge Elvis Presiding 11/30/2025

Judge Elvis Presiding Luke discusses pulling himself and his daughter out of a ditch after a snowstorm. Joe prefers serial killers over people who work out on Thanksgiving. Josh hates turkey. In crime news, the gang discusses farmer fraud and robberies at Long John Silver's. We learn Joe still eats at Long John Silver's. Joeywood, the new Running Man, kind of sucks. In the news, a guy does 88 miles in 24 hours with a 40-pound ruck, and Elvid gets fired from his job as a judge. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39211485

An Adoption and Some Matchsticks in a Nose 11/23/2025

An Adoption and Some Matchsticks in a Nose Josh announces his adoption of his daughter Paris. A very angry elf attends the hearing. Zach admits to knowing nothing but blames the podcast crew. A reviewless Joeywood. We discuss who killed Galt in Rambo. Zach discusses a matchstick record and the return of cigarettes. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39142700

Impromptu Strongman and a box of arms and fingers 11/16/2025

Impromptu Strongman and a box of arms and fingers Josh praises the Outback Steakhouse. He did not dine and dash. Steph does an impromptu strongman competition. She does have complaints. Joe reviews the new Predator movie. Zach delivers news about a 3-point shooting record and a box of arms. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/39052925

The Fine Young Cannibals never took Ozempic 11/09/2025

The Fine Young Cannibals never took Ozempic Dad celebrates his 75th birthday by working out. Josh discusses his future at In-N-Out Burger. Epic or Weaksause with the Fine Young Cannibals. The Dance Dance Revolution world record has been broken. The gang discusses suing for being declared dead. The group discusses good choices, bad choices, and Ozempic face. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38970440

Mick Jagger, Deer Hunting, and a Golden Toilet 11/02/2025

Mick Jagger, Deer Hunting, and a Golden Toilet Josh gets ignored in a conversation that the other person started. Josh wants football players to wear pants. Joeywood for the Black Phone 2. Luke kills a deer. The gang finds out that golden toilets are expensive and Ozzy Osbourne is a gourd. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38884985

WWDD 10/26/2025

WWDD Josh tells a story about Mom unknowingly calming a situation. Josh sees a football Hall of Famer at his gym. Luke's treadmill works. Mom goes Gran Torino on a neighbor. Zach reads the news. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38785605

Travis Barker and Luke's Treadmill 10/19/2025

Travis Barker and Luke's Treadmill Josh recaps the Run Travis Run expo. Luke and the gang discuss Luke's recent move. Zach hates treadmills. Joe reviews Smashing Machine. Zach reads the news which includes meth breaking into jail. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38637045

Torture and Things People Pretend to Like 10/12/2025

Torture and Things People Pretend to Like Josh gets a new gym. The gang discusses things people pretend to like, but don't. Steph reviews Sir Paul McCartney. In the news, Dance Dance Revolution. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38554405

Hennepin Hundred Recap 10/07/2025

Hennepin Hundred Recap The gang recaps Josh's 100 mile race. Joe does a Joeywood about 25% of a movie and a claw game. Zach does the news. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38489915

Back to Wilmington, Venus Flytraps, and a killer squirrel 09/28/2025

Back to Wilmington, Venus Flytraps, and a killer squirrel Josh is angry about the future weather. Joe, Mom, and Steph recap their trip to Wilmington. Zach does the news and it makes us gag. Dad discusses chess masters' insane calorie burning. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38384655

ApexFest 2025 Recap! 09/21/2025

ApexFest 2025 Recap! Steph, Zach, and Mook dominate the ApexFest. We recap the weekend in Strongman. Mom does her push-ups because she makes terrible football picks. The gang discusses fresh pig meals. Josh reads some Ring Doorbell messages. Zach reads the news about a man on fire pulling a car and a stone skipping scandal. /episode/index/show/25d6736d-e7b2-4738-9c0d-48513e03eab7/id/38296765

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