Chris Aballo's Podcast Experiment

CAPE is back to finish off 2023!Chris is joined by Christian Cordes, Ryan Taggart and Joe Weber to talk all manner of nonsense.  A lot of the conversation is about food (the best chicken sandwiches, the best Doritos flavors, the best fast food in California, the best food in Canada...) but there are also stories of bug attacks, cramming lots of experience into one semester of college, how Addams Family Values paid for Christian's childhood home, appreciating unexpected spikes in the podcast's popularity, and so much more.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr RYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagramHONEY I DRUNK THE BEERS on InstagramHOT TOY TIME MACHINE on InstagramJOE WEBER Twitter Instagram TikTok COMICS, CARTOONS AND CRAFT BREWS on InstagramCHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTokTHE 2023 SMODCASTLE FILM FESTIVALTickets for JUST DESSERTSTickets for THE OUTTHE OUTInstagramTikTokHOT WINGS WITH RESPEK THE BLACKOUT

The CAPE Extended Universe unites at Bravery Studios for the mid-year finale!Chris is joined by U-Goboy, Marvin Perdomo and Mindminx as The Wax Guru Ash Lazu performs her bodywaxing magic on KP Burke (Escape From Jacksonville), Jason Enrique (1st Class 2nd Place Podcast), and Jack DeFranco (The Only Podcast That Matters) in this episode to wrap up the first half of CAPE in 2023. CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr U-GOBOY Twitter Instagram TikTokTHE U-GOBOY PODCAST InstagramMARVIN PERDOMO InstagramMINDMINXInstagramTikTokASH LAZUInstagramTikTokThe Wax GuruKP BURKE Twitter Instagram KP Burke: Escape From Jacksonville (Full Stand-up Special)JASON ENRIQUE Twitter Instagram TikTok1ST CLASS 2ND PLACE PODCAST InstagramJACK DEFRANCOTwitterInstagramBRAVERY STUDIOS InstagramTikTok

Originally streamed live in front of Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash in Red Bank, NJ on Saturday June 17, Chris is joined by Mike, Ryan and Christian for the first midnight show in almost two years.  The foursome talks about their early podcast experiences and issues they've run into during live broadcasts.  They also debate the best and worst frozen pizzas, share movies they've seen get better and worse with age, and how they got turned on to their favorite music during their youth.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr MIKE ZAPCIC Twitter InstagramRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTokTHE ONLY PODCAST THAT MATTERSEpisode 37: SummerCastEpisode 185: SummerCast - UNCUT!

Chris is joined by the returning U-Goboy and CAPE newcomer Jason Enrique (along with Connor at the controls) to debate about movies. The guys cover sequels that took to long to happen, the hefty amount of disappointing sequels, the frustrations of streaming, how the theatrical model has changed in the last decade, and much more. CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr U-GOBOY Twitter Instagram TikTokTHE U-GOBOY PODCAST InstagramChris On The U-Goboy Podcast - Episode 19JASON ENRIQUE Twitter Instagram TikTok1ST CLASS 2ND PLACE PODCAST InstagramChris On 1st Class 2nd Place Podcast - Episode 87 DIE HARD Panel featuring Chris, Jason and U-GoboyCONNORLinkedIn (yes, really)

Since Father's Day is closing in, Chris has invited Mike Zapcic and Ryan Taggart to share their fatherhood experiences and compare notes.  They discuss how to handle your children when they are a lot like you, responding to injuries when left alone with a child, the leap from having one child to having two, allergies, cleaning up after them, and so much more in an episode that is both educational and hilarious.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on FiverrMIKE ZAPCIC Twitter Instagram RYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagram

Ming Chen returns to share road stories from the comic convention circuit.  He tells Chris about his unexpected invite to a con in Dubai, and the pros and...well, cons about that.  He also talks about his repeatedly-delayed but finally-fulfilled return trip to Hawaii, as well as his experiences being part of Clerks III and how he ended up in one of the most standout scenes in Dogma.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Twitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTok MING CHENTwitterInstagramTikTok

May 18, 2003: the night everything changed.Recorded 20 years later to the day, Chris tells the story of how a Beatles tribute concert (which featured drummer Mike Portnoy and guitarist Paul Gilbert) set him on the course which changed his life dramatically.  He shares how a confused and disillusioned 21 year-old walked away from that concert with a new excitement for the future, all told as Chris speaks directly into his phone while walking the streets of New York City, where it all happened.

Chris welcomes rapper/podcast host U-Goboy to the show, along with new engineer Connor.  Ugo shares how he made the transition from stand-up comedy to hip-hop, the effects of culture shock and cultural rejection, and the importance of getting around the right people.  He and Chris also talk about some of their struggles and how crucial it is to get your mind right in order to allow things to fall into place.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr U-GOBOY Twitter Instagram TikTokU-GOBOY PODCAST InstagramChris On The U-Goboy Podcast - Episode 19DIE HARD Panel featuring Chris and U-Goboy

Chris is joined by the returning Ryan and (an uncharacteristically quiet) Christian to catch up on some grievances.  Ryan tells the story of how he found out he'd been plagiarized for years, they all rip on recent lists from Rolling Stone, and Chris shouts out the best Twitter account to follow.  However, the main topic is tipping service workers of all types and those who proudly boast how they won't do it, as Chris and Ryan share their opinions on this egregious sense of superiority as well as their experiences as delivery drivers.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr RYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagramCHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok

Chris is joined by Mindminx, who makes her CAPE debut to discuss the pitfalls and promises of getting back into the dating world.  The pair talks about the seemingly bottomless disappointment of dating apps, underselling yourself through photos, how bad dating advice is hurting both men and women, the challenges of being vulnerable and many more pressures that are part of modern dating.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on FiverrMINDMINXInstagramTikTok

CAPE kicks off 2023 from A Shared Universe Podcastudio with Chris, Christian Cordes and Mike Zapcic back to make you laugh.  The trio pitches ideas for how to bring back primetime specials, discuss the possibility of a charity calendar, and create a sexy new vending machine.  Mike suggests a method to make porn more mainstream, Chris shares how he's been getting recognized in public, and Christian gets unfairly stopped by a cop.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTokBook Chris on Fiverr MIKE ZAPCIC Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok

Even more highlights from the show's run in 2022!Chris collects more favorite moments from last year to help make your week suck a little less.Make sure to subscribe so you can catch the show's return beginning Monday April 24!CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Twitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTok

Before CAPE returns later this month to kick off 2023, it's time to look back on the highlights from the show's run in 2022.Chris compiles his personal favorite moments from last year, featuring all the usual suspects as well as some crossover and interview guests who made their debuts in 2022.Whether you're checking out the show for the first time or revisiting these clips for a dose of recent nostalgia, turn up the volume and laugh along.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Twitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTok

To bring this year to a close, Chris is joined by Ming Chen, KP Burke, Joe Weber and Jon Beecroft.  The crew talks about their favorite animated holiday specials, biblical acid trips, terrible holiday songs, vision boards, overpriced milkshakes, and the misadventures of both John Wayne and Al Pacino.  Yup, just your usual holiday fare.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Twitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter InstagramTikTok KP BURKE Twitter Instagram KP Burke: Escape From Jacksonville (Full Stand-up Special)JOE WEBER Twitter Instagram TikTok JON BEECROFT Instagram TikTok COMICS, CARTOONS AND CRAFT BREWS Instagram TikTokMING CHENTwitterInstagramTikTok

Chris makes his debut from Bravery Studios alongside Marvin Perdomo, its fearless leader.  The guys explore the prospect of Netflix moving to New Jersey, their podcasting evolution, and how everyone has ripped off everybody else.  Marvin talks about building a community around the studio, they both get very nerdy about movies and cartoons, and the two men lay out a pitch for Hot Tub Time Machine 3.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram MARVIN PERDOMO Instagram BRAVERY STUDIOS Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris and Christian come at you via Zoom this week right as #RIPTwitter is trending so, naturally, they talk about Twitter's implosion and their history with the site.  They also give their thoughts on if they'd like to direct films in a major franchise, memorable moments at the movie theater, a shared affection for the Paddington films, and a bit about Christian's work at Kevin Smith's Smodcastle.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris, Mike and Christian are once again podcasting from Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash to talk about getting higher than expected during another show's recording.  Christian discusses his recent film shoot, Chris' shares his experience with a group reading of his screenplay, Mike pitches a potential limited series, and the trio chats about the early days of SNL as well as the Fat Albert movie that never was.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram MIKE ZAPCIC Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris is joined by Ryan and Ming to discuss Ryan's forthcoming second child (a son!), why being an uncle is the best, familial facial hair, custom text tones, puff paint, and young Chris' home recordings.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagramMING CHENTwitterInstagramTikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

CAPE goes live from Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash where Chris, Mike and Christian celebrate Halloween by talking about the evolution of Mischief Night and the end of tick-or-treating.  They also touch on Mike's recent trip to Maryland and his family's Cracker Barrel tradition, the best TV show to hate watch, and they take some questions from the live audience.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram MIKE ZAPCIC Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris presents the fourth collection of preshow nonsense from Summer 2021 all the way to Summer 2022 with five clips of goofing off before the show got started properly.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

At long last, Chris is finally joined in studio by both Christian Cordes and Criss Madd - the engineers of A Shared Universe PodcaStudio.  Criss catches everybody up on his new gig as guitarist in Wave Break, as well as stories from their recent tour including nightmares, hiccups and reviews of various foods.  The trio also discusses how to know your worth as a freelancer, the perils of the the creative multi-hyphenate's odd schedule, and they fantasize about a potential CAPE festival and US tour.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTokCRISS MADD InstagramWAVE BREAKInstagram YouTubeSERIOUS MATTERS Instagram YouTube ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Andrew, Ryan and Jack take over this week's show, with no Chris in earshot!  The trio digs into the second language of Starbucks and Taco Bell myths, Jack shares his recent meet-and-greet adventures, and Ryan takes us through his recent kidney stone nightmare.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeANDREW RIZZITELLOTwitterInstagramTikTokRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagramJACK DEFRANCOTwitterInstagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris and Christian are joined by Sha from Respek The Blackout so the three men can discuss the best advice they've ever gotten, using their creativity to move through grief, the passing of their friend Monch, and the karma of falling on hard times - all while talking A LOT about sex.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram SHA Twitter Instagram Instagram (Respek The Blackout) TikTok CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris talks one-on-one with Corey Pierce (God Forbid, Disciples of Verity), beginning with playing in drum corps and getting turned on to metal, as well as stories of growing up in New Jersey.  Corey also reflects on the arc of God Forbid's career - from early touring days and signing to Century Media Records to the growing conflicts and the band's decision to split up - and why the time is finally right for a reunion show.And of course, Chris subjects Corey to CAPE This Or That.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram COREY PIERCE Twitter Instagram TikTok GOD FORBID Twitter Instagram DISCIPLES OF VERITY Twitter Instagram Bandcamp ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Def Leppard album "Hysteria" celebrates its 35th anniversary this week, so Chris does a solo episode to share stories of his personal history and how the band and their music influenced him as a youth, a musician, and as a music fan.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jack and Ryan join Chris to get into catch up on some recent stories.  One gets attacked by wildlife while the other two have very different experiences with emergency room visits.  There's also some chatter about Jack's anxious cat and how being a nerd is now chic but brace yourself for some long-winded surprises!CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram RYAN TAGGART Twitter Instagram JACK DEFRANCO Twitter Instagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

 Chris, Mike and Christian explore the concept of trading certain celebrities lives to guarantee longer lives for their favorites and to bring back those who left us too soon.  All manner of deals will be made as these three men play God by laying out terms and negotiate for the lives of their favorite artists. CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram MIKE ZAPCIC Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram TikTok★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris presents the third collection of clips from the extensive CAPE archive.  Despite being prompted by sad circumstances, this collection shares some of the funniest bits of preshow shenanigans from various episodes from the last year.  Plus, it includes an exclusive clip from Chris' personal archive featuring a celebrity speaker!  Intriguing, isn't it?CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENT Twitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Comedian KP Burke sits down to talk to Chris about early comedy influences, impov vs standup and how his podcast American Loser came to be.  The two also discuss why Val Kilmer rules, how they became comfortable getting up in front of crowds, and why not everyone should have their own podcast.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram KP BURKE Twitter Instagram KP Burke: Escape From Jacksonville (Full Stand-up Special)★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris, Andrew and Ming congregate to talk about booze and so much more.  Chris follows up on his recent trend of receiving bad service, Andrew shares stories of men's ignorance about the female anatomy, and all three guys design their ultimate bar, all before wrapping up the show by discussing how they're dealing with the premature death of a family member. CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramANDREW RIZZITELLO Twitter Instagram TikTokMING CHENTwitterInstagramTikTok★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

After a long and unnecessary absence, Cory Noyes returns to the show so he and Chris can argue about movies, touch on the checkered history of The Only Podcast That Matters, explore Cory's TV binging addiction, share some dad jokes with Christian, and end with another classic Cory Story.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram CORY NOYES Twitter Instagram TikTok★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris is joined by Joe Weber and the not-actually-dead Jon Beecroft (from the Comics, Cartoons and Craft Brews podcast) to talk about their beginnings and experiences in standup comedy.  The three men also delve into food allergies, their podcasts' embarrassing early episodes, and how Jon would spend the last day of his life.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram JOE WEBER Instagram JON BEECROFT Instagram TikTok COMICS, CARTOONS AND CRAFT BREWS Instagram TikTok★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris is joined by Ryan, Jack and Christian to talk about trying out new flavors, keeping the audience's attention, crazy neighbors, little blue pills and a spoiler-filled review of the Firestarter remake.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitter Instagram TikTok YouTube CHRIS ABALLO Twitter Instagram CHRISTIAN CORDES Twitter Instagram RYAN TAGGART Twitter Instagram JACK DEFRANCO Twitter Instagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

To celebrate this milestone, Chris is first joined by Christian Cordes and Mike Zapcic to examine the bump in the show's YouTube views as well as pay tribute to Ray Liotta.  Then, Andrew, Ryan and Jack will complete in the game Who Knows Chris Best?CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramMIKE ZAPCICTwitterInstagramANDREW RIZZITELLOTwitterInstagramTikTokCHRISTIAN CORDESTwitterInstagramRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagramJACK DEFRANCOTwitterInstagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Joe Rogan!  Spotify!  Dave Chappelle!  Cancel culture!  Performative outrage!  Chris, Andrew, Ryan and Christian ponder what all the anger is about as they attack and/or try to understand the problems with modern madness.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramANDREW RIZZITELLOTwitterInstagramTikTokCHRISTIAN CORDESTwitterInstagramRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Andrew and Ryan join Chris and Christian in their 2022 debut.  Chris is compelled to give further explanation for the show's long hiatus and gets derailed along the way (of course), leading to conversations about celebrity encounters, the origin story of a long-gestating group space opera, what ways Christian should produce one of his films, and the importance of committing to the bit.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramANDREW RIZZITELLOTwitterInstagramTikTokCHRISTIAN CORDESTwitterInstagramRYAN TAGGARTTwitterInstagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

To kick off CAPE in 2022, Chris is joined by Ming Chen, Christian Cordes and Mike Zapcic for all manner of hilarity.  They dig into (what will hopefully be the last discussion about) the infamous Oscar slap, how a man claimed he used to be Chris, the time Mike took on a fast food giant, people from your past showing up in your life again, and Ming's unique relationship with a Midwestern liquor.CHRIS ABALLO'S PODCAST EXPERIMENTTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeCHRIS ABALLOTwitterInstagramMING CHENTwitterInstagramCHRISTIAN CORDESTwitterInstagramMIKE ZAPCICTwitterInstagram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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To conclude the year, Chris presents Volume 2 of the best segments from this year's 49 episodes.This compilation is made up of clips from one-on-one interviews with Ming Chen and Mike Zapcic (Comic Book Men), Militia Vox (Judas Priestess), Doc Coyle (Bad Wolves), ZouZou Mansour (Soraia), Sean Johnson, Pete Murano (Trombone Short & Orleans Avenue), Joe Murano, and Mike Murano (The Mighty Pines), as well as crossover episodes with The Extended Branch, Respek The Blackout and Comics, Cartoons and Craft Beers.Thank you for subscribing, following, liking and sharing!  See you in 2022!Follow CAPE on Twitter, Instagram and TikTokFollow Chris on Twitter and Instragram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

As 2021 comes to a close, Chris presents Volume 1 of the best segments from this year's 49 episodes - both from home and A Shared Universe PodcaStudio.  The regulars are here (Andrew, Ryan, Jack) as well as the engineers (Christian and Criss) and the special guests (Ming and Mike), plus a few others.This compilation of the group shows including talks on fatherhood, getting back out into the world, movies, creative life, patriotism, coffee, food fights, weight loss, social media and much more.Thank you for subscribing, following, liking and sharing!Follow CAPE on Twitter, Instagram and TikTokFollow Chris on Twitter and Instragram★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris is joined by Andrew, Jack, Ming Chen and Mike Zapcic for a holiday-oriented finale which has very little holiday talk.  The guys discuss the lack of excitement around this year's Black Friday, share early album purchases, roast everyone who was invited but didn't show up, and spend an inordinate amount of time discussing one of teenage Mike's early girlfriends.Happy Holidays and Happy 2022 to all!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Andrew returns to join Chris and Christian for the second to last show of 2021.  Andrew talks about finishing his year as head of his Freemason lodge, Chris apologizes to a certain Midwestern state, and all three talk the third Boondock Saints film, question younger generations' fashion choices, and share their common experience of receiving increasingly bad service. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris opens up the CAPE archive once again to present you with another hour of Patreon exclusive audio and a never-before-released debate in Volume 2 of the From The Archive series.  PreShow bits with guests including Doc Coyle, ZouZou Mansour and Mike Zapcic play alongside nonsense from the usual crew of Chris, Andrew, Ryan, Jack and Christian in another episode of hilarity. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris and Christian team up yet again to spend this episode defending Iron Man 3, identifying Christian's godfather, spitballing ideas for a new classic monster universe, sharing an appreciation for vinyl and other physical media, revealing small details about Clerks III, and explaining the death and resurrection of Christian's upcoming holiday album. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

 Chris is joined by Ryan, Jack, Christian and returning guest Mike Zapcic.  The guys pitch a Ray Liotta Christmas album, explain the origin of Chris' Tony Danza impression, and debate the worst candies.  Mike also shares tales of Catholic school trouble-making, Ryan tells Mike the story of the first time they met, and everyone roasts Ming Chen by mercilessly impersonating him. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris talks one-on-one with Doc Coyle: guitarist formerly of God Forbid and currently of Bad Wolves.  The two Jersians weigh in on the existence of Central Jersey, recount the local music scene in the late 90s and early 2000s, and share their excitement for the return of live music.  Doc also talks about on the legacy of God Forbid, the importance of representation, opening for Metallica, touring with OzzFest, the new Bad Wolves album Dear Monsters and the origin of his podcast The Ex-Man with Doc Coyle.Follow Doc Coyle on Twitter and InstagramFollow Chris Aballo on Twitter and InstagramFollow Chris Aballo's Podcast Experiment on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris talks one-on-one with ZouZou Mansour, the heart and voice of Soraia.  The two discuss staying sane and engaged during last year's quarantine, how performances look versus how they feel, and the importance of showing up for your ambitions everyday.  Zou Zou also shares her experiences of writing songs with Jon Bon Jovi and Steve Van Zandt, how the band's first tour of Sweden came about, and Chris subjects her to a round of CAPE This Or That. Visit https://soraiawcr.bandcamp.com/★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris kicks off this week's show with some announcements about the rest of the year, because there isn't a whole lot of 2021 left. Then he opens up the archive to bring you two episodes of a whiskey tasting show which he and Andrew did back in May, along with Adam Reich in his CAPE debut. These never-before-released chats will boost both your liquor knowledge and happiness. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The gang returns to A Shared Universe PodcaStudio as Chris, Ryan, Jack and Christian talk a lot about movies - terrible movies that are actually great, jokes they didn't get as kids but now understand as adults, and why there aren't too many memorable films these days.  Chris also digs into his return to the delivery app workforce, his parents' recent change of heart and an incident at a restaurant that left him feeling old. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This week is Chris' 40th birthday, so he does a solo show to speak candidly about the turbulence of his 30s - the rise and fall of The Only Podcast That Matters, his difficult six year stint in Los Angeles, and getting to a point when he was ready to give up his creative pursuits - only to have so much come about in his 39th year in a way which gives perspective to all those experiences.  It's a story (and an episode) 10 years in the making!★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Chris continues last week's gathering with Andrew, Ryan and Jack to get nostalgic about the 90s.  The boys reminisce about defunct stores from their youth, lay out songs and bands they never need to hear again, remember their earliest albums, and Chris finishes the Nirvana rant he began in CAPE… Continue reading The post CAPE 186: Stupid and Contagious appeared first on ChrisAballo.com.