Pick Me!
A lighthearted podcast where other podcasts are reviewed and then the host begs to be a guest. Original! We also review movies and talk news sometimes... not as original, but still fun! Our self-appointed mission is to find the best podcasts out there you may have never heard of, and then our host will convince them to have him on as a guest... any way he can. Come back each Sunday for the review of a new podcast to binge throughout the week, or other content sure to inform and entertain!
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Episode 5 - Late-Stage Capitalism
06/19/2023
Episode 5 - Late-Stage Capitalism
After a break, we're back! First, TJW is going to say goodbye to someof his favorite podcasts that are coming to an end. Then he blames money and goes on a tirade about late-stage capitalism. Then we'll review some shows: HBO's Succession AppleTV's Extrapolations After the reviews, TJ puts his brain to work to develop once and for all a metric to measure this enigmatic term and find out if we are, truly, entering this supposed destructive phase. We're learning stuff in this episode! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 4 - The Illuminati!
04/23/2023
Episode 4 - The Illuminati!
This week TW battles nasal and chest congestion to bring you a great podcast review, not to mention details about the world's most secret of secret societies; The Illuminati! Are they real? What do they want? What podcast will I be talking about? Well all will be answered in this episode! And one of those questions deeper in the show notes... Podcast reviewed: Behind the Bastards - Six episode Illuminati series ( "Have Beliefs in Conspiracy Theories Increased Over Time?" study by J. Uscinsky et. al. ( Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 3 - PickMe! Picks Apart Black Adam
04/02/2023
Episode 3 - PickMe! Picks Apart Black Adam
Soooo much to talk about in this one because this is a long movie, and there is a lot to make fun of! This week, host TJW is joined by Contributor Jake as they again take on a movie and pick it apart. We discuss not just the movie Black Adam, but also the origin of the character, The Rock's role in planning this movie and the DCEU in general, and a comprehensive list of various franchises and careers this movie essentially kills. We'll also touch on the latest Zack Levi vs Dwayne Johnson social media drama. So much nerdy shit we're getting into today! Give us an hour and a half of your time to convince you why you shouldn't waste two more hours watching this movie! Ever! For any reason! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 2 - Graham Hancock's "Ancient Apocalypse"
03/19/2023
Episode 2 - Graham Hancock's "Ancient Apocalypse"
This week, we shall swim the waters of controversy! On this episode, we discuss best selling author Graham Hancock's recent and very popular Netflix series, Ancient Apocalypse, which premiered in late 2022. We've all been warned not to watch it, but why? This week, we will discuss: Who is Graham Hancock? What is Ancient Apocalypse about? Why is it controversial? Why should you watch it anyway? Tune in for a discussion about conspiracy theories, driven by our host's crushing need for attention! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 1 - Star Trek (Again!)
03/05/2023
Episode 1 - Star Trek (Again!)
Inspired by a bit of listener email, host TJW comes back for season 6 by getting us up to date on the latest Star Trek series and news, conducting what COULD be called the part 4 of the Star Trek series from Season 2! Not only do we get a podcast review to open the season - The Greatest Generation - but TJW will also discuss Strange New Worlds and Prodigy... telling you exactly why you should watch these shows if you haven't already. We'll also have a bit on what the host thinks of the latest Picard season so far! The Greatest Generation/Greatest Trek () Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - December '22
12/04/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - December '22
You ALMOST got away with us not picking on you, didn't ya, December? In an improptu episode that wasn't going to happen, TJW and Dusty get together to Pick on the Present again because of some bullshit - and this time, it's BS from the so-called Left! Well SOME of it. We're also going to test Elon Musk's committment to free speech by breaking down his self-promoted expose of the Hunter Biden Laptop saga in conjunction with author Matt Taibbi. Spoiler alert... it's much more nuanced than they are saying. Imagine that. So tune in for what may be the last episode I get to promote on Twitter! And stick around for Dusty going off on Democrats for how they averted the Railroad Strike in the US. Fun times! Join us as we get pissed and actually do a journalism on this episode... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 16 - Season 5 Finale: Rings of Power Debate
11/20/2022
Episode 16 - Season 5 Finale: Rings of Power Debate
Welcome to the great debate! We got a hot nerdy topic that past guests Contributor Jake and Andy will argue about while host TJW tries to be an impartial moderator. What's the topic that has us all abuzz? We are going to find out if PrimeVideo's new Tolkein universe project, Rings of Power, is worth your time and attention. We will: - cover character development - discuss how much Amazon paid for rights - expose viewership numbers - explore how tired we all are of prequels Since this in the finale of season 5, we'll be off for the rest of this year. See all of you back in 2023 though for season 6! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 15 - Trying New Things
11/13/2022
Episode 15 - Trying New Things
Are you in a rut? Metaphorically speaking of course... a podcast can't do much for you if you're physically stuck in a rut. But if yo're in the metaphorical one, maybe it's time to try something new! And host TJW has just the new shows for you to try that can pull you out of that metaphor! After announcing a new PickMe! show coming soon, TJ will breakdown why you should give a shot to two fun new shows to hit the streamers; PrimeVideo's The Peripheral and HBOMax's The Big Brunch. We will go through what these shows are about, who is involved, and why they are worth your precious precious time. Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - November '22
11/06/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - November '22
It's election season in the United States, and there's a bunch of unqualified assholes running for positions like Secretary of State all over the nation. Why is this so important? How big of a piece of shit is Diego Morales - for instance? Find out on this episode of our monthly news show! Also, we HAVE to talk about Musk and Twitter... again. Special thanks to several Indiana newspapers for the information in today's stories! Go print media! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 13 - Halloween!
10/30/2022
Episode 13 - Halloween!
It's the eve of host TJW's fav holiday, so he's got a lot to discuss about Halloween from costumes to candy to which movie you should be watching tonight at midnight! We are joined by Jim Evans of Film Rage () for this essential holiday conversation! We will also for the first time in awhile take a trip to Self-Promotion Corner and hear all about our guests podcast as well. From nude costume ideas to why Nestle should pay TJ for plugging his preferred candy bar, this episode has everything you need to prep for Halloween! Contact Jim Evans here: Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 12 - Horror Stories
10/23/2022
Episode 12 - Horror Stories
It's another week of Spooky Season! This episode, host TJW finds a fun horror podcast that produces short scary stories all year round. A binge of this show will certainly get you in the Halloween spirits! Listen for our review on Horror Hill () Before the review however, TJW has to rant about the most recent Halloween trend to piss him off... Trunk or Treat! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Picks Apart Thirteen Ghosts (2001)
10/16/2022
PickMe! Picks Apart Thirteen Ghosts (2001)
It's spooky season, so let's watch a scary movie! And then make fun of it... This time host TJW is joined by Contributor Jake again to pick apart a movie; 2001's Robert Zemeckis remake, Thirteen Ghosts. We're going to discuss it's reception, what the world was like when it came out, and of course break down the plot and tell you what was wrong with it. Watch with us, watch first, or listen to us run our mouths and THEN watch it, but whatever you do, get Thirteen Ghosts in your Halloween rotation! ** SPOILERS START @ 22:30 ** Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 10 - Work (Employment)
10/09/2022
Episode 10 - Work (Employment)
Welcome back to some old school PickMe! Today host TJW (without a guest) rants about how badly the need for employment and how most actual jobs suck. And suck hard. And then he reveiws a couple podcasts about that exact thing: - Work Sucks Podcast () - Work. Shouldn't. Suck. () Then, just as he used to, our host will demonstrate how good of a guest he could be by bitching about his job. In what we swear is an entertaining way... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Tim and Katrina's website for workplace betterment: https://www.workshouldntsuck.co/
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - October '22
10/09/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - October '22
Our news show is back! Or should I say "news" show... because on each episode of PickMe! Picks on the Present, host TJW and his friend Dusty make fun of and give their good takes on all that dominates the recent news cycle! This month, we start in Europe and do a couple international stories before shifting focus back to the US and the senate campaign of Herschel Walker, along with the most recent Dark Brandon activity. We end with a hertwarming update from the state of Indiana... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Round Table Wrap-up
09/04/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Round Table Wrap-up
Now THIS is how to conclude a series! 7 people discussing 7 different streaming services, and rarely accepting each other's veiwpoints. The streaming wars come to a head as we find out once and for all who has picked up enough stream for your bucks. Spoiler Alert: We won't all agree on it. Come and listen to host TJW and all his friends he's had help review these video on-demnd streamers argue, insult, and laugh their way to very few real answers. But it's about the journey, right? Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 7: AppleTV+
08/28/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 7: AppleTV+
The end of the series is here! On part 7 of our series comparing and reveiwing these video on-demand streaming services, host TJW and his guest (who is his wife, Jennifer again!) will discuss how Apple got in on the streaming game and whether or not the original content produced with all that Apple money is worth a subscription... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 6: HULU
08/21/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 6: HULU
Host TJW and his guest this week get into Hulu and why it's one of the best streaming services, and why you should subscribe. Sadly this is one service not available internationally... but is that about to change? Find out in this episode, and get some takes on some of the best shows you can watch on this streaming service. Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lak of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 5: Paramount+
08/14/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 5: Paramount+
It used to be CBSAllAccess. And then it became Paramount+. But is it more than just a fancy way to make us pay more for Star Trek content, or is there more value to Paramount+ than just the stories of starships that go where no one has gone before? Listen as host TJW and his guest find out with the 5th installment of our groundbreaking series! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 4: Disney+
08/14/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 4: Disney+
The good work continues as host TJW and guest get into the good and the bad of Disney+, the streaming service responsible for Netflix losing all its best content in 2019. We will also touch on how easily this streaming service can help you find something to occupy your child... and that may be worth the price point right there! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 3: HBOMax
08/07/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 3: HBOMax
Cable's oldest premium channel tried a couple different times to get into the streaming game, but HBOMax is by far their most successful venture. The available content and number of subscribers have quickly made it one of the most talked about of the services, and today host TJW and PickMe! longtime contributor, Jake, will get into all the reasons that you should consider adding yourself to the ranks of HBOMax watchers with episode 3 of our special series! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandanavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 2: Prime Video
08/07/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 2: Prime Video
Our special series continues with Part 2 as host TJW and his guest, (who this episode is his wife, Jennifer) breakdown the popular video on-demand streaming service Amazon Prime Video. We will weigh the good aspects, bitch about the bad aspects, and breifly review some of the programming available that we think you should watch. Best part is that since this is a podcast, you can listen about Amazon Video while using your Prime membership to shop on-line and get free 2-day delivery. What a perk! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 1: NETFLIX
07/31/2022
PickMe! Presents "Who's Picking Up Stream?" - Part 1: NETFLIX
Season 5 is here! And we are starting it off with our highly anticipated series "Who's Picking Up Stream?" where host TJW and a guest will brekdown all that some of the most popular streaming services have to offer in order to show you once and for all who deserves your money. This first episode, Andy joins TJW to tackle the streaming service OG... Netflix. We'll g through their history, talk about what's planned, hammer on the price point, but also make sure to review some content. Check out our first installment of this series and discover why Netflix may (or may not) deserve your time and money! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity Intro music credit: "Joyride" by Scandinavianz
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - August '22
07/31/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - August '22
It's close enough to August and we have so much to cover, we're dropping early. From Elon Musk to Trump being letigious (again) to the three big national news stories to come out of our boring little state of Indiana, TJW and Dusty are going to give their takes on all the bad shit that happened. And end with the best take ever... Topics covered are: - Elon Musk backs out of Twitter deal - Trump threatens to sue CNN - Greenwood Park Mall shooting - The Saga of Dr. Caitlin Bernard - Indiana Senate's special session on Abortion IN Sen. Sue Glick's office number: 800-382-9467; Email: Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - July '22
07/03/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - July '22
Welcome to July! And apparently welcome to Hell. First in today's episode, TJW and Dusty discuss all the goings-on in the January 6th Committee Hearings in Congress, and then TJ's wife Jennifer joins the show again to bitch loudly and very appropritely about the Supreme Court of the United States. We do manage to find a good take, so keep those passports ready!
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - June '22
06/05/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - June '22
It's a new month which means a new episode of our news program, PickMe! Picks on the Present! This month TJW and Dusty are going to cover three different topics and run their mouths for nearly an hour because a bunch of bad shit is going down and they feel you need as many of their good takes as you can get. On this very non-controversial episode, we tackle gas prices, gun control, and abortion. Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 16 - Season 4 Finale
05/29/2022
Episode 16 - Season 4 Finale
Season 4 wraps up this week with host TJW explaining what he would take over money for producing his show. It's really just a clever way for him to review a musical group, a TV show, and of course a podcast or three. Short episode, but packed full of good recommendations like: - Behind the Bastards () - Musical artist The Flobots - Improv comedy TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? - Whose Line Highlights podcast () See ya back here for season 5! Eventually... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 15 - Space
05/22/2022
Episode 15 - Space
Got a great one this week as fellow podcasters Sally and Kita from Homicide Worldwide join us to talk about the Final Frontier! After speculating about the future of space travel, TJW then reviews TWO podcasts: - We Fix Space Junk () - Space Rocket History () Today's episode includes a return to Self-Promotion Corner for our podcast host guests and a special Direct Response to a podcast we've heard about on here before... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity. Find out more about the Homicide Worldwide podcast at
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Episode 14 - Alternative History
05/15/2022
Episode 14 - Alternative History
A shorter episode his week, but it is jam packed with information! Alternate histories are always fun to think about, and they are on everyone's mind with the recent release of the Dr. Strange movie. So today host TJW is going to tae you through three other pieces of media that deal with this subject. Today we reveiw: - The PrimeVideo series "The Man in the High Castle - "A Fork in Time" podcast () - "What if... The Book of Alternative History" magazine () No guest today, so it'll just be TJ running his mouth. But this is a fun topic and the content reveiwed is top notch! Also we make a big announcment about our upcoming summer series... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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Episode 13 - The 2022 NFL Draft... and More!
05/08/2022
Episode 13 - The 2022 NFL Draft... and More!
Do you like football? Did you watch the draft? Then maybe you'll love our takes as host TJW and his friend Matt dive into all the intriguing events of the past weekend. Before that however, we are going to review a podcast because that's our thing. And we have a great one lined up: The Strikeout Beer Podcast! () We waste no time this episode and get right into the review and then spend a good chunk of time talking football and trying hard not to be homers... Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: Garageband loops and my lack of creativity
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PickMe! Picks on the Present - May '22
05/01/2022
PickMe! Picks on the Present - May '22
Season 4 is back with a new format! From now on we are going to be starting each month off with our new current events show, PickMe! Picks on the Present! This month TJW and Dusty give their good takes on some of the bad shit going on today, including Elon Musk buying Twitter and the Indiana AG suing BLM. And we've got plenty to say. Join us as we give you what you've always wanted... News with Cussing! Tune in and let's Pick on the Present! Logo credit: TJW Theme credit: arageband loops and my lack of creativity
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