Podcast with Charlie Berens and Myles The You Betcha Guy
The Bellied Up podcast is a hidden gem that has quickly become a favorite for listeners. With hosts Miles and Charlie at the helm, this podcast provides entertainment, laughter, and valuable insights into Midwestern culture. Whether you're a longtime resident of the Midwest or just starting to learn about its unique traditions and quirks, this podcast is a must-listen.
One of the best aspects of The Bellied Up podcast is the chemistry between Miles and Charlie. Their banter and camaraderie make each episode feel like you're sitting down with friends for a good old-fashioned chat. They have a deep understanding of their audience's interests and deliver content that resonates with Midwesterners. From tips on avoiding deer while driving to discussions about football, they cover a wide range of topics that keep listeners engaged and entertained.
Another standout aspect of this podcast is the humor. Miles and Charlie have an innate ability to find hilarity in everyday situations, whether it's recounting Midwest dating advice or sharing stories about Catholic guilt. Their wit and comedic timing will have you laughing out loud throughout each episode. It's refreshing to find a podcast that can provide both entertainment and relatability in such an enjoyable manner.
While The Bellied Up podcast excels in many areas, there are few downsides to consider. One potential drawback is that the show may not appeal as much to listeners outside of the Midwest or those unfamiliar with its culture. While it's entertaining for all audiences, some references or inside jokes may be missed by those who haven't experienced the Midwest firsthand. However, this is a minor drawback that doesn't take away from the overall quality of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Bellied Up podcast delivers an exceptional listening experience that combines entertainment, relatability, and valuable insights into Midwestern culture. Miles and Charlie bring their expertise to every episode, creating a dynamic atmosphere that keeps listeners coming back for more laughs and engaging discussions. Whether you're a Midwest native or simply curious about the region, this podcast is a must-listen that will leave you eagerly anticipating each new episode.
Country Singer Kolby Cooper comes onto the podcast to chat about his up bringing in Texas and his country career. (20:33) First caller is upset that the car he bought from his brother and it's a hunk of s***. (46:31) Then we listen to a voicemail caller that loves corn nuts. Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095
In this episode, we're at Acme Seed & Feed in Nashville ,TN, with comedian Dusty Slay. We talk through Dusty's long list of past jobs—from Office Depot to Papa John's—and he shares some stories from the road. Our first caller is an engineering student working in the porta-potty business, and we brainstorm ways to improve the porta john experience. Later, we take a call from a gal dealing with two major issues: her unreliable phone service and her difficult sister.Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095
We're at Acme Feed & Seed in Nashville, Tennessee. Our first caller (12:31) asks for recommendations on the best places to visit in the Wisconsin Dells. The next caller (26:22) has found a local bar he loves and is determined to get a nickname. Another caller (50:19) shares his unusual experience of being in a wedding for a groom he's never met—they connected through Call of Duty. Finally, (1:02:45) we update everyone on what happened to the bar that was built for the first couple Bellied Up episodes.
In this episode, NFL tight end George Kittle joins the podcast to share stories about growing up in the Midwest, what the NFL is like, and life off the field.Our first caller (22:51) asks about the math behind the classic Midwest phrase "two tree beers"—you don't want to miss this hilarious breakdown.Then, we go (45:29) into NASA conspiracies with a NASA employee, who gives us the inside scoop on his day-to-day work and what really goes on behind the scenes.
We are in Nashville. TN. at Luke's Bridge 32. (10:10) First caller is getting frustrated with hand signals while driving. (27:03) Next caller is Angela... don't really know how to describe it to be honest. ENJOY!
Thanks for listening! We will have new episode next week! 4:05 - Electrician Wants a Snow Machine26:09 - Baker is Tired of snow birds41:39 - Midwest Nice Vs. Southern Hospitality 1:05:41 - Girlfriend FaceTime's Too Much1:15:31 - Illinois Goes to Therapy1:28:45 - Louisiana Break in1:46:07 - Cale and Bronco2:02:42 - Tarot Card Reading2:27:45 - Sally from Wisconsin3:00:24 -Fun activities for rehab3:21:54 - Bartender Amanda3:36:43 - Relaxing road rage3:52:53 - School Bus Driver
First caller! (9:40) John isn't feeling too well, and he also fears that he might be an ahole. Then, (28:07) a different John calls in with an international dating question. After that, (37:22) we chat with Brad, a 39-year-old freshman in college, who also shares details about his confusing past in the military. We (1:05:15) end the episode with a boyfriend seeking advice on how to handle his 'drunk runner' of a girlfriend.
The first caller (8:30) is a frustrated beer salesman who's tired of people constantly demanding beer. The next caller (23:06) living in Colorado, shares how her friends assume she's the ultimate stoner. Finally, (46:48) we hear a voicemail from a guy ranting about auto parts stores never having what he needs in stock.Leave us a voicemal! 218-303-5095
The first caller (10:03) is a professional maid in Buffalo, NY, who thinks one of her clients might be a swinger. The next caller (32:32) is a school bus driver in Indiana, who tells us what irks him as a driver and shares his 'goofy' living situation. Finally, we listen to a voicemail from a guy who loves this Midwest phrase.Leave us a Voicemail! 218-303-5095
First caller (12:10) is Ginger James (he's an Armenian-Irish ginger). He wants to know: if we could pick any era to live in, what would it be?(40:41) Then, we have Sally from Wisconsin. We go through her past and present New Year's resolutions, and she also shares a quick story about going to see Charlie's show.Leave us a voicemal! 218-303-5095
This episode starts off hot! (10:27) The first caller wants to start a bar with his wife and wants to know what are the essentials to a great bar. (39:20) The next caller is having trouble making decisions with her husband. (59:19)Finally, we listen to one of our funniest voicemails yet!Wanna talk to us? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
Carter calls back from Episode 112 (A Very Canadian Bar Fight) to give us a belated update on how his life is going. Next is a caller who certifies forklift drivers, and the last caller has a confession… he's addicted to hardware stores.Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
We're at the Holler House in Milwaukee, WI. The first caller has an ice shanty, and we give her an idea of what she should do with it. The next caller is an electrician who really wants to buy a snowmachine, but they also have a kid on the way in a few months. The last caller is bummed because he's dating a vegetarian. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
We kick off the episode talking about postgame interviews. The first caller is in an Everybody Loves Raymond situation with his in-laws. Next, a caller from Ohio gives us a peek into Amish life and lets us know what we should know. Last caller is a guy who lives full-time on the road with his family in an RV—oh, and he's a huge Dungeons & Dragons fan. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
The first caller needs pointers on hiring the right construction worker. He also mentions that his daughter has a unique skill. The next caller is a baker living in Arizona who is tired of Midwestern habits. The last caller is a woman who recently moved to California and is worried she's losing her Midwest roots.
The first caller is struggling with his wife about wearing band T-shirts to concerts. The next caller is from Washington State, thinking about moving and wanting to know the differences between North and South Dakota. The last caller gives us insight into water towers. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
The first caller is a therapist trying to get her husband excited about birthdays. She also gives Myles and Charlie a mini therapy session. The last caller is an ethanol trucker from Iowa, struggling to communicate with his Minnesota wife. Myles and Charlie step in to help with the language barrier. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
First caller tells us a very smelly story. Next caller is a structural engineer and has some beef with Myles, also wants to know the difference between Midwest Nice and Southern Hospitality. Last caller is in the market for a ice house but he has a light beer budget. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
The first caller is an avid arm wrestler who wonders why parents bring their kids to Hooters. The next caller is a chronic Facebook Marketplace lowballer; we get him to confess his dirty deeds and assign a penance. Last, we listen to a voicemail from a guy who has a neat black pheasant. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
The first caller is sick and tired of dealing with all these wedding vendors. The next caller wants to teach her new baby to grow up enjoying classic winter sports, but her husband doesn't know anything about them. The last caller is a pole vaulter who is building an awesome seven-person bicycle. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
In this episode, we're at The Garden in Bemidji, MN. The first caller shares about her husband, who has a major golfing habit. The next caller tells us all about the ridiculous antics of his buddy "Brad" in La Crosse, WI. Finally, the last caller wants advice on how to avoid or escape his company picnic. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
First caller is in a complicated situation with his cousin, Next caller wants to rant about his guard dog that isn't doing a great job, Next Caller gives us a bellied update on what happened with asking for a raise. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
In this episode we chat with a guy thats frustrated with how other people treat the golf course. Then, Bartender Lauren joins us to talk about the do's and donts' of asking for a drink. Last caller wants to know how to put guys in the friends zone. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
In this episode, we're at Slim's Bar and Grill in Bemidji, MN. Our first caller is from Dallas and is tired of people texting and driving all the time. The next caller is a full-time dairy farmer in Wisconsin, who's having trouble finding the right gal. Lastly, Bemidji local Jason wants answers to why the coffee at church has changed. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
first caller is wondering how to deal with her golden retriever husband when they're on airplanes. Next caller needs answers on why Ohio gets so much hate. Last caller is living in Spain and living in fear that a girl he likes we'll reject him. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
Our first caller presents his case on why Michigan should be considered the capital of the Midwest. The next caller is dealing with a breakup and wants advice on how to get her family cookbook back from her ex-boyfriend. (40:42) Our last caller gives us an update about asking out his supervisor's sister, and we help him work on his 'game.' Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
First caller has a roommate that has a restraining order on a gal he wants to date, Next caller has a notebook of questions for us from her dog all the way to the meaning of life, Last caller is having trouble finding a date. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
Our first caller(s) are a couple of gals in rehab. We ask them what it's like and if anything crazy is going on. The next caller has a mom, that doesn't understand this podcast, so we explain it to her. We also break down what a Midwest Bootcamp would look like. Our last caller is a veteran living in Poland, who gives us some insight, and then we head to the muskie tank for a new business idea. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
In this episode, we're at Turtles Bar and Grill in Shakopee, MN. The first caller is newly married and struggling with his in-laws. The second caller has a messy confession to make. The third caller is having problems with coworkers, and the fourth caller, a Wisconsinite, has an unexpected opportunity to become a fricking Illinois bastard. The last caller got competitive on a cruise ship. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
Our first caller is a guy asking about the worst questions to get on the first date. Our second caller is a guy who is just a bit tired of the rodeo life. The final caller is looking to rant about people who kiss a$$ at work
Our first caller is a construction worker struggling to deal with every homeowner he works with. The next caller has a wife who wants more animals, while he wants something with a little more horsepower. He also tells us how he and his wife met. The last callers are a couple of fellas working on a home project, and we go through the five stages of every home project.
In this episode, we're podcasting from the Oakes Bar and Grill at the Majestic Oaks Golf Club in Ham Lake, MN. The first caller lets us in on some secrets of the hotel front desk. The next caller rants about his girlfriend FaceTiming him too much. Another caller, who is on house arrest in Wisconsin, gets some ideas from us on how to pass the time. The last caller has a bad squirrel problem in Duluth, but we turn the negative into a positive by finding ways to make money from it. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind
The first caller is a young fella in a sticky situation with his difficult roommate. The next caller is a Texan who needs advice on whether he should date a woman he's known for only a little bit. The last caller is moving from California to one of the best states in the country and is wondering how to deal with the bitter cold. Check out our Clips Page
The first caller lives in Saskatchewan and is looking to sell his family hardware store. It's our biggest buy, sell, or trade yet! The next caller is going to a wedding with no food and no booze, oh the humanity. The last caller, who lives in Kansas, needs advice on how to overcome her recent breakup. Check out our Clips Page
In this episode, we're podcasting from Long Bridge in Detroit Lakes, MN. (00:06:10 - 00:22:01)First caller from South Carolina is struggling with family expectations and wants tips on how to embrace disappointing his dad. (00:22:06 - 00:34:07) Our second caller from Virginia is looking for creative ways to go camping solo without his wife knowing. (00:41:21 - 00:53:19) Finally, our last caller from Lubbock, Texas, is gearing up for a big game day and needs tailgating tips to make his party the coolest one in town. Check out our Clips Page
In this episode, we start off by trying our luck with pull tabs. The first caller ran into an interesting scenario while pull tab investing, he also has a sweet secret ingredient for his 'rubbing alcohol.' Last caller doesn't want to blow his job interview, so we give him advice on how to beat his nerves. We only had two calls this week due to cell phone signal troubles, but we'll be back to three calls next week! HIRED FROM THE NECK DOWN SHIRT Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
In this episode, Myles and Charlie chat about the ways they're becoming like their dads. First caller is a young fella who wants to know how to be a good wingman for his buddy, who has an awesome name. The next caller is a Junior Olympic trapshooter that needs advice on how to get in the right headspace for his competitions. The last caller is curious about whether the Amish have any conflicts, so naturally, he asks Myles and Charlie. HIRED FROM THE NECK DOWN SHIRT Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
The first caller is a Missourian who is in the fight of his life with his backyard. The next caller is a Canadian who tells us a story about a bar fight at his local watering hole and also shares a great shirt idea. The last caller gives us an update (Episode 77) about her husband wanting to put up deer mounts in the living room. HIRED FROM THE NECK DOWN SHIRT Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
We're at the Toad Lake Store in Frazee, MN. Our first caller is a trucker who tells us what ticks off truck drivers. The next caller is a woman from Nevada asking if there's a difference between old folks out west and in the Midwest. Another caller wants to know how big of a barn to build. The last caller talks about one of the coolest work conferences we've ever heard of. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
Our first caller has a sweet car he wants to sell, and we also talk about our first cars growing up. The next caller wants to find the right gal for his buddy. (51:12) The last caller is frustrated with all the road construction, but he might be the best solution to his own problem.
In this episode, we're at the Cormorant Pub & Boathouse in Pelican Rapids, MN. The first caller is a little nervous about his 5th-year class reunion and also has a wedding coming up. The next caller is a New Jersey 5th-grade teacher who wants his students to be more Midwest nice. The last caller is a Florida man who knows a deep fishing secret about his buddy, we give him some tips on his next move. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
Here's the Best of Bellied Up from the first 108 episodes. Episode 109 will be out next week. Thanks for listening
In this episode, a caller from Louisiana tells us about a crime that happened in his small town, and Myles and Charlie put on their detective hats. The next caller wants advice on how to spice up her wedding. The last caller is a newcomer in a small town in Ohio and wants to know how to make friends with the bar regulars. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
The first caller gives us the scoop on what bugs sign language interpreters and tells us the drama he's facing with his upcoming wedding. Russell from Nicolet Law stops by and tells us who would make the better lawyer, Myles or Charlie. The last caller asks about robots, and Charlie dives deep on what the future of society could be. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
In this episode, we're at The Packing House in Milwaukee, WI. The first caller is an ER doctor, and we give him some pointers on what to expect on the job. The next caller is moving away from their beer league hockey team. The last caller is wondering about the essentials for a great Wisconsin wedding. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
The first caller wants to start a business and has a great question for us: "What's the difference between being Midwest nice and just plain creepy?" The next caller is a farmer who's tired of things breaking all the time; it traumatizes us and reminds us of our dads. The last caller's wife is having trouble making friends, so we give him all the advice he needs to help her. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
In this episode, the first caller that lives next to a church thinks the church bells are too loud and annoying. The second caller vents about co-workers not knowing how to do their jobs. And lastly, our third "caller" is an in person guest that is dealing with pesky neighbors. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
In this episode, we're at Stalley Cats in West Allis, Wisconsin. The first caller wants to know how to get his wife to eat more vegetables and what should be on the Midwest Food Pyramid. The next caller is having trouble with his wife's friend at the campsite. The last caller feels like he's too honest with people who need amputations and needs a little more Midwest Nice in his life. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast
Our first caller is a high school football coach who wants to know how he should be coaching up the kids. The next caller has an ex-girlfriend who might want to get back together, we guide him through the confusing waters. The last caller is a new uncle, we teach him how to put the fun in 'funcle'. Get yourself a "Road Huntin For Ditch Chickens" Hat Want us to come to your bar for a Bellied Up episode? Click Here Check Out Myles' other Podcast You Betcha Radio Check Out Charlie's other Podcast Cripescast