The Brothers Raskin
Brothers Pat and Ben Raskin are rambling men. Hear what they have to say each week as they discuss movies, sports, politics and more.
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Quitters Day!
01/22/2026
Quitters Day!
Ben and Patrick dive into the wonderfully chaotic world of actors‑turned‑musicians, celebrating the brave souls who swapped call sheets for chord charts. They bounce between legends, curiosities, and “wait… they recorded an album?” surprises with the enthusiasm of two brothers discovering a forgotten box of CDs in the garage. By the end, they’ve built a joyful mixtape of Hollywood’s most unexpected musical detours, all delivered with their signature sibling banter and good‑natured disbelief. Be cool to each other. Donate to charities and get some exercise.
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Business Time!
01/15/2026
Business Time!
Defending James Cameron? If the Brothers Raskin don’t do it, then who will? Hollywood Reporter—you’re on notice. Keep up this hacking reporting and you’ll end up being a guest on our show. Brother Ben kicks off the lovefest with a detailed chat about health insurance and why you need an MBA from University of Utah to pay for serves. Brother Patrick channels his crew of Bernie Bros and comes to his rescue. They pivot towards Fender Jaguars, Tesla’s Love Song, and how to read tablature. SPOILER: It’s one of those episodes. The Brothers jump on the Golden Globes, rundown the coulda-woulda-shouldas, and end with a hilarious conversation about the movie, Hamnet. Nothing short of a laugh-a-minute. Help the guys out with a review, rating, and subscription. Be a mensch and tell a friend.
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Dirty Drifter
01/08/2026
Dirty Drifter
Mortimer! Stanley! Clarke! Get in the car—we got to get to your shallow grave. Brothers Ben and Patrick are back in fine form and they’re talking out of both sides of their mouths. #gross This action packed edition of TBR includes Venezuela, Greenland, Maduro, Moby Dick, #chowder, Avatar 3, James Cameron, Fender Jaguars, the Omelet House in Las Vegas, and just a dusting of the NFL. Ben talks a lot about Marty Supreme and how Timmy is making this an Oscar race for the ages. After the break, Patrick breaks down Bugonia and why Jesse Plemons is a rock hard stud. Emma Stone is really good in everything she does and Bugonia is no different. The last 1/3 of the show is filled with #spoilers. Nothing to plug. Be cool to people. Reach out to Ben or Patrick with complaints. Have a great week.
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Hit the Paddles
01/01/2026
Hit the Paddles
Happy New Years from the Brothers Raskin! Welcome to 2026 and it’s going to be a doozey. Brothers Ben and Patrick are reunited after a wonderful Christmas break and they’re back to their old shenanigans. Patrick starts the show off with stories of hurling from years past while Ben tells a naughty story from Southern California. Both are guaranteed to make you cringe. The Brothers send their best to you and yours. Hopefully you had a safe holiday season and are now ready to take 2026 by the short and curlies. Brother Ben is pretty excited about a new year. Check out Ray Tech’s website and buy something.
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2025 Xmas Wrap-up
12/25/2025
2025 Xmas Wrap-up
Merry Christmas. In this holiday episode, my brother and cohost, Brother Patrick, joins me as I share the ten events that shaped my year. It’s a simple, reflective rundown meant for him, for me, and for anyone who wants to look back with us. Be good to each other. Take time to listen to one another. It's the last episode of 2025 and we're going to want to work together to make 2026 just a little bit better. Be a mensch and tell a friend.
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Movie Magic
12/18/2025
Movie Magic
RIP Rob and Michele Reiner Be cool to each other. #BrothersRaskin
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Merry Xmas with Erin Norris
12/11/2025
Merry Xmas with Erin Norris
Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas from the Brothers Raskin. Brother Patrick was away being naughty when special guest, and friend of the show, Erin Norris stepped in to fill his very pointy shoes. Erin is a cinephile and lover of the silly season, making her the perfect guest to select a Mt. Rushmore of Christmas movies. From the absurd to the sublime and all points in-between, Erin selects her top four Xmas movies from a massive list of 25. It’s a three Egg Nog Alert kinda show and you’re not going to want to miss it. Help out animals in need this winter at . We know you have extra cash. Give it to help scared dogs and cats. It’s a good thing. You know it, the Brothers Raskin know it. Just do it. Christmas is two weeks away. Make the very most of it. Be very kind to others and enjoy time with your friends and family. Brothers Ben and Patrick will be back next week. Mazel Toz.
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Ain't It Fun?
12/04/2025
Ain't It Fun?
The Brothers Raskin Podcast, presented by Texaco. Fun show. Lots of laughs. Chatting about the American Revolution, “Ambulance,” Gerald Butler, Nicholas Cage, “One Battle After Another,’ and why we ain’t talking about “Eddington.” No fundraising. Just listen for free. Give the Brothers a review. Obviously 5-Stars. Be cool to each other. Enjoy ever sandwich.
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Return of Gobble Gobble
11/27/2025
Return of Gobble Gobble
Happy Thanksgiving! Be cool to each other and enjoy the holiday season. --Brothers Ben and Patrick
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Into the Flood Again
11/20/2025
Into the Flood Again
Oops! Ain’t quite Turkey Day. That’s Brother Ben’s fault. Great show. Talking fundraisers, knee surgeries, new gigs, hard songs to sing and the new show, Pluribus. Brother Patrick channels Everlast and it’s a wrap. Check out Ben’s new app, NxtDsk. Download it for free at Lane Stanley was a beast.
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You're Hired!
11/13/2025
You're Hired!
Hey Gang! No fancy editing this week. Just a podcast. Listen. Be a mensch and tell a friend. Love, Ben and Patrick
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Flat Earthers
11/06/2025
Flat Earthers
Goldblum! Chiles! Kennedy! Revenge of the Total Knee Replacement. Brother Ben is hopefully on the mend after getting his knee swapped out for a new one. To avoid the “opioid” outburst, the Brothers wisely prerecorded this episode on 13 October. Brother Patrick is in fine form yammering about Return of the Living Dead, The Fly, and Creepshow 2. The Brothers do a deep dive into Monty Python’s Meaning of Life, rank some Starr Wars, and place Kyrie Irving on blast. Also, if you ever wanted to buy a frog, they know a guy. Donate: Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben’s side hustle: Email Benny at
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Sack of Bow Ties
10/30/2025
Sack of Bow Ties
Frank! Collette! Vaugn! Brother Ben should still (we’re confident but not positive) be recovering from knee surgery on 30 October. To avoid another pain pill rage show, the Brothers Raskin recorded this sucker on 29 September. Therefore, if the world went to hell in a handbag, they didn’t know at the time. Brother Patrick explains the difference between a Hendrix song versus an SRV tune. He goes deep into Dylan and figures out who is a Wilbury. Ben shares a hot take on Anne Frank, chats about novelty bands, and makes a bold prediction about the president (the orange one). Boones offers a Halloween movie for your consideration and encourages you to donate to the Beacon Heights Elementary fundraiser. Donate: Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben’s side hustle: Email Benny at
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That New Knee Smell
10/23/2025
That New Knee Smell
Femur! Tibia! Patella! Solo podcast with Brother Ben rambling on about his upcoming surgery. Ben is going under the knife and coming out with a titanium twist. He discusses previous procedures, Aunt Dee’s memorial service, and his new business venture, Juniper Flats Ministry. With a goal of limping through the Turkey Trot in November, he’s got the gusto to survive his second surgery this year. Bonus: Learn how much a new knee actually costs. Get a haircut at Eves and Sons with Jason: Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary: Thinking of getting married:
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P.T.A with Erin Norris
10/16/2025
P.T.A with Erin Norris
Paul! Thomas! Anderson! The Brothers Raskin are pleased as punch to have Erin Norris join the show. Social worker and local do-gooder, Erin loves hiking, dogs, and Benicio Del Toro—making her the perfect guest to talk about PTA’s newest movie, One Battle After Another. Brother Ben and Erin chat about PTA’s work, seeing There Will Be Blood, and why Sean Penn is America’s best actor. It’s a fun conversation about movies, losing Sundance, and visiting Italy. Best of all, Erin is able to confirm Ben’s top celebrity encounters. Leave a comment and let us know what you think of the show. We’ll make sure to have her back soon. Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary: Advertise with The Brothers Raskin: Getting married?
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Even Flow with Tee Raskin
10/09/2025
Even Flow with Tee Raskin
Glen! Coco! Ford! The Brothers Raskin added a sibling this week. Medical doctor and open water swimmer, Tee Raskin, joins the show for a Ohana Music Festival recap. Tee and her clan descended into the darkest parts of Orange County for three days of decadence. While surfers surfed the Pacific Ocean right outside the festival gates, Tee and company crowd surfed to Green Day, Cage the Elephant, and Leon Bridges. Best of all, her kid met a big celebrity. It’s a pretty good tale. Donate: Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben’s side hustle: Email Benny at
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Pax Xenomorph
10/02/2025
Pax Xenomorph
Pharcyde! Ripley! Farrell! Happy Birthday to Brother Patrick! He hit the milestone, 45, and does a fair impersonation of #45 as well. The Brothers get together to hash out the season finale of Alien: Earth. Yes, they hear you loud and clear—you get one more episode and you have to move on from here. They think you’ll like the needle drop conversation. But before the criticism, comes the fun. Technical issues lets Patrick cook before they discuss David Lynch, Alex Jones, and going to the movies at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino. They also share their favorite Lolallapooza stories and how incredible hip hop was in 1994. Speaking of taking a gamble, help out the show by helping out some kids at Beacon Heights Elementary. Donate: Thinking of getting married? Check out Ben’s side hustle: Email Benny at
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Knob Turner
09/25/2025
Knob Turner
Kent! Kimmel! Levi! Freedom of speech is important. It’s the defining characteristic of being an American, enshrined in the First Amendment. Censorship is horrid and not speaking up against others’ right to free speech is to act complicit. This week’s show is a bit dated. The Brothers Raskin recorded this podcast on 21 September 2025 before knowing Jimmy Kimmel is coming back to his late show. Brother Ben would like to watch it live but KUTV, owned by Sinclair, are collosal chickenshit cowards. He'll have to watch it on YouTube instead after boycotting channel 2. Sorry, Mark Koelbel. It’s important to support a good fight, you spineless drones. Speaking of good fights, help out the Beacon Heights Elementary School fundraiser: Want to get married? Check out Ben’s side project: Email Ben at for whatever.
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R.I.P. Robert Redford | Weapons (Movie)
09/18/2025
R.I.P. Robert Redford | Weapons (Movie)
The Brothers Raskin pay tribute to the legendary Robert Redford—actor, director, and Utah icon—before diving deep into the gritty, underrated film Weapons. It’s a cinematic conversation that blends nostalgia, analysis, and a few laughs. 🎧 Listen, laugh, and learn something new about Redford’s legacy and the storytelling power of Weapons. 💛 Support Beacon Heights Elementary: Donate 📢 Advertise with The Brothers Raskin: benj.raskin@gmail.com 💍 Getting married? Visit If you liked this episode, leave us a review, share it with a film-loving friend, or send us your favorite Redford moment. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on Instagram .
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Three in the Books
09/11/2025
Three in the Books
RFK! Offerman! Randy! It’s official. The Brothers Raskin have reached their three year anniversary. That’s 156 consecutive weeks of Brothers Ben and Patrick yammering on and on and on about nothing that important. It’s takes a grinder to go the distance and these two have all the fixings for another 156 shows. Ben kicks things off chatting about his recent flu shot and how new safety concerns at the CDC motivated him to get it while he can. Patrick runs down his medical history and it ain’t good. There’s a dusting of Steve Vai talk and words of encouragement for friend of the show, Gwyn Fisher, as he prepares to tackle the Goat Rambler 100. (22:30) The Brothers breakdown episodes 4 & 5 of Alien Earth. All spoilers. Want to be surprised? Better skip ahead. “Observation” is the equivalent of eating your vegetables—good for you but not what you want. Thank God for “In Space, No One.” Hands down the best episode of the season. This episode is your red velvet cake and some. (1:04:20) Ben lists his favorite single episodes of television. To the loyal listeners, this are not the best episodes of TV, just his favorites. Patrick, like wood putty, fills in the holes. Donate to Beacon Heights Elementary fundraiser: Leave a nice review for the fellas on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. West Wing, “Two Cathedrals”: Get a flu shot.
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Jack Butler Live!
09/04/2025
Jack Butler Live!
Vai! Corgan! Swift! The Brothers Raskin send out big props to Sister Tee for her amazing swim. She went from Alcatraz to San Francisco and has the hardware to prove it. Congrats to T-Swift and Travis Kelce. Seriously, does anyone have a better life than Brother Jason? Brother Ben recommends the Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan. He interviews Steve Vai and it’s fantastic. SPOILER: There’s a lot of bee talk. The Boys go into detail about Deadpool v. Wolverine and Weapons. No spoilers on Weapons but you better see it soon because it’s one of the best of the year. Finally, Brother Patrick walks us through Predator: Killer of Killers. Donate to the Beacon Heights Elementary School fundraiser: The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan: Weapons: You can find the Kece Brothers podcast on your own.
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Alien! Aliener! Alienest!
08/28/2025
Alien! Aliener! Alienest!
Hermit! Jackson! Wendy! Head to Never Neverland with the Brothers Raskin as they go all in on Alien Earth. Brother Ben finally got Hulu and he hasn’t looked back. The Boys explore the newest entry into the Alien franchise with Noah Hawley at the helm. He’s the fella you did Fargo and you know we loved that show. Brother Patrick explores the significance of baseball, the French Revolution, pulse rifles, New Siam, and every other element from the first three episodes of the show. The Brothers breakdown the timeline of this incarnation, what is a cyborg, and where do eggs come from. SPOILER: This episode is just one big spoiler. They need the numbers but you should probably watch the show before tuning in. Donate to the fundraiser, Beacon Heights Elementary. Here’s the link:
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Back to School
08/21/2025
Back to School
Heathers! Rushmore! Carrie! It’s only 111-degrees in Las Vegas and that means only one things—it’s back to school! Brother Patrick declares class is in session with this all high school/college/post-graduate podcast focused on our favorite subject, school. Yep, you read that right, it’s all about the best school movies of the last 50 years. Patrick has a doozy of a theory and you’ll be lectured for an hour on it. Brother Ben talks Dazed and Confused and why it’s more of a Gen X flick than a 70s movie. They run through the John Hughes catalog, battle on The Faculty, and only have one technical issue. For their money, one of the better podcasts. Plus, they go all out for one Michael Anthony Hall. Donate to Kids Eat to support Beacon Heights:
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Flying Solo
08/14/2025
Flying Solo
Coit! Gilbert! Capone! Brother Patrick is on assignment and Brother Ben is flying solo. Ben went on vacation to San Francisco and toured the city like Scott Ferguson from Vertigo. It was an incredible couple of days by the Bay filled with unbelievable meals, remarkablel landmarks, and watching some baseball in the fifth best park in MLB. Here are the links to the show: Donate to Kids Eat to support Beacon Heights: Check out Boulevard: Watch Hangar 18: Patrick will be back next week.
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A Bucket of Balls
08/07/2025
A Bucket of Balls
Heads! Happy! Eddie! Sound check complete, time for the Brothers Raskin. R.I.P. Ozzy Osbourne. His business card read, Prince of Darkness, and he liked to rock. You might not love Ozzy but every band you love did and that’s why we have Wolfmother. Brother Ben shares his love the John Cena and Idris Elba joint. Spoiler, so did Brother Patrick. Ben thinks there’s a honest Academy Award waiting for the cast of Heads of State. Listen and find out. Patrick dumps on Happy Gilmore 2—even though he hasn’t even seen it. Ben liked it but he ain’t bright. You be the judge. Want to help kids? Make a donation at Social media is a hot messy swamp. Find Ben on Twitter at your own risk. Thinking of getting married? Check out Juniper Flats Ministry:
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28 Months Later
07/31/2025
28 Months Later
Boyle! Garland! Murphy! RIP Hulk Hogan. Yes, you were an incredibly problematic individual. Yes, you said some unbelievably racist and insensitive things. Yes, you made horrific movies. Yes, you had a moustache that—allegedly—tasted like Coppertone. But my Lord, Terry Bollea, you knew how to execute a leg drop. If we can still drink Negronis and talk about how good Manhattan and Annie Hall is, we can spill out a little for the Hulkster. May you rest in peace wherever that bigoted and union busting soul takes you. The Brothers Raskin go deep into 28 Years Later. It’s Danny Boyle’s latest venture into the 28 series and it is absolutely the most batshit crazy flick of the year. It’s also one of the best commentaries on Brexit, isolationism, relationships between fathers and sons, and the importance of character. It was a singular experience and both Brothers Ben and Patrick loved every second of it. The Boys go beat for beat with 28 Years Later. Yes, this episode is filled with spoilers but give us a break—28 Years Later came out in May. Help kids in need at Beacon Heights Elementary: Social media is a hot messy swamp. Find Ben on Twitter at your own risk. Check out Juniper Flats Ministry:
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Bachelor Party Gone Bad
07/24/2025
Bachelor Party Gone Bad
Cook! E.! Jarr! Ever take one philosophy class 27 years ago and thought it would make for a great hour plus podcast? The Brothers Raskin did. Hold your Sophocles and get ready for a rip-roaring slogfest of Brothers Ben and Patrick discuss the work of Plutarch’s “Ship of Theseus” in terms of the band Sublime. Don’t think it will work? Then you better find another podcast. Patrick makes a more than compelling case that Brad and Jake Nowell are one in the same. The Brothers breakdown Van Halen, Journey, and the mighty Led Zep plus put a free million dollar idea into the universe. Feel free to jump on that Simon Cowell. Sadly, the Boys forgot to mention Lou Dog. #RIP The show ends with two middle aged men talking about a Las Vegas that doesn’t exist anymore. Want to meet Terry Fator? Find $59 and click this link: Better yet, got $59 burning a hole in your pocket? Help kids in need at Beacon Heights Elementary: Social media is a hot messy swamp. Find Ben on Twitter at your own risk. Check out Juniper Flats Ministry:
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Predator: Revolution
07/17/2025
Predator: Revolution
Pharaohs! Romans! Neil Armstrong! The Brothers Raskin go full jungle fever as they dive into the 1987 classic Predator. Brother Ben pitches a wild cinematic crossover—George Washington vs. Predator—because who better to defend liberty than the father of our country with a musket and a machete? Meanwhile, Brother Patrick hails Predator: Killer of Killers on Hulu as the apex of alien-hunting action. It’s a heat-visioned, spine-ripping good time! Predator: Badlands: Alien: Earth: Donate to feed hungry kids:
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My Name is Mud
07/10/2025
My Name is Mud
Hoffman! Larry! Les! Welcome to Sandy. Brother Patrick hit the road and ended up in Utah this last weekend. Joined by Nephew John Jack, Boones and company joined Brother Ben for Primus. How many of you remember your first concert? Ben’s was John Lee Hooker—John Jack’s was Wynonnia’s Big Brown Beaver. The Brothers recap the show, talk John Hoffman on skins, and sound curfews. Patrick shares a theory about forcing your kids to listen to your music and the consequences of not enjoying albums soup to nuts. Also, Boones really enjoyed Penny Ann’s Café. Bonus: Ben celebrates Matt Cameron’s recent departure from Pearl Jam. The Brothers need you to make a donation for Beacon Heights Elementary. It’s a free podcast, you have money, and these kids need food. Do the right thing and give the fundraiser a couple of bucks. It’ll make a big difference. Here’s the link: Follow Ben on Instagram at or at .
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Road Tripping w/ K-Mo
07/03/2025
Road Tripping w/ K-Mo
Happy Fourth of July! Brother Patrick is on assignment (vacation) and the show needed a big gun to fill his shoes. And there are no bigger shoes than Kevin Winters Morriss. Kevin, or K-Mo, used to be Brother Ben’s boss back at the Salt Lake Tribune. He actually paid Ben to do podcasts—crazy! K-Mo drops knowledge on road trip etiquette, Robert Caro, and why you should always stop in Ohio to check out 19 president of these United States, Rutherford B. Hayes. The fella chat about racial inequality in public infrastructure, why good BBQ is important, and stay away from the smoked turkey. They rank side dishes and basically dish about the state of the world over the course of an hour. It’s a like déjà vu all over again if you ever listened to Trib Sports Radio. Help out kids in need and donate to the Beacon Heights Elementary School fundraiser. Check out Ben’s newest venture at https://www.juniperflatsministry.com/ Follow K-Mo on X at
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