Lack of Genius

It's with heavy hearts that Jon and Kevin announce the end of the Lack of Genius Podcast. Listen as they reflect on this show's incredible journey and welcome a few past guests to share their thoughts. Thank you to anyone who supported us in anyway. We never could've done it without you, Loggers. So much love to each and every one of you.

Many moons ago, Jon and Kevin quizzed each other about some of their favorite music genres; shanty songs and ska. And now Volume Two is here! This time, it's EDM and cover songs. What's the most covered song of all time? And which US city helped put EDM on the map? Listen to find out! Any and all support is welcome at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Happy Holidays! Hop on board the LOG Sleigh where instead of gifts we have questions about Holiday movies and Holiday music. See which of Santa's elves (Jon or Kevin) know more about this festive time of year. And if you'd like to leave a gift under our tree, consider becoming a patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Ron Jimenez is the host of Reel Latinos a podcast dedicated to Latin American films, and that’s exactly what he’s here to quiz Jon and Kevin on. Find out what connection Star Wars has to Latin America and see if Kevin’s half-Mexican-ness helps him out on the quiz. Thanks for any support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

We welcome the wonderful Ambrosia Meikle who is a professional doula. If you have no clue what that is, oh, you are SO about to find out! Enjoy and thanks for any support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin have started a running challenge! They’ll check in each episode to see who’s put in the most miles between episodes. Hear their first check-in in this here episode.

Returning guest Alissa Roca… uhh… returns! Alyssa previously quizzed us on all things opera and this time she breaks myths and misconceptions about asexuality by quizzing Jon and Kevin on this sexual identity. Follow Alissa on socials @divatron9000 and feel free to support our show at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

As you Loggers may recall, Jon and Kevin started a project chronicling Jon’s journey with diabetes after receiving a diagnosis this Spring. We only did one episode in video form. Well, we’re back! In video AND podcast form. We’ll be sharing our updates here, interspersed with the regular Lack of Genius episodes you know and…

Baseball for the blind?? That's Beep Baseball and Jon & Kevin welcome Jason Esterhuizen to tell us all about this fantastic sport. Jason shares his incredible story with us along with his excitement for this growing sport. Thanks for any and all support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin have an announcement to make (no, the podcast is not ending) and decided to create a non-episode episode titled “Episode??” to let you know. Thanks so much for your continued support!

Did you know that Quidditch is an actual sport played in the real world? Did you know “Quidditch” is no longer it’s name? Did you know it’s player’s can’t actually fly on brooms?? You’ll know all of this and more after hearing our expert Krieger quiz us on this up-and-coming sport. Thanks for any and all…

We never did figure out who let the dogs out did we? Any idea what LFO stands for? Didn’t think so. Time to find out as Kevin quizzes Jon and all things one hit wonders. Thanks for any and all support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin dive into their home summer camps, Camp Mack in Indiana and Camp La Verne in Southern California. PLUS we have a very special Tidy Up with a former guest of the show.  As always, we appreciate any and all support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Day one Logger, Dylan Dell-Haro, joins the fellas to talk about his latest music obsession, Woody Guthrie. You may know Woody Guthrie as a folk singer-songwriter/activist but was he also a radio personality? How about a children’s song writer? Has he ever been on fire? Is all of this bologna?? Listen and find out! And ... ...

Do you remember what Jon and Kevin sounded like 53 weeks ago? Well you’re about to! Let’s revisit 4th of July, and The Sandlot! While you’re at it, visit https://www.paradoxopera.org to support our favorite opera singer, Alissa Roca. And thanks for your continued support at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Ahoy! Jon’s boat dwelling Aunt Nikki and Uncle Dale, join us from the Pacific Northwest to quiz us on all things sailing. They’ve been such amazing supporters of our podcast from day one and we’re so excited to welcome them onto the show. So get your sea legs on and join us for a good ... ...

We made it! 52 full week’s of episodes means one full year of lacking genius in the form of a podcast!  Listen as Jon and Kevin quiz each other on the past year of episodes. Find out which country outside of America we’re HUGE in and find out which one of likes to drop it ... ...

For the first time in Lack of Genius history, Jon and Kevin were unable to coordinate a proper, full episode. So instead, they coordinated this half episode. Find out where in the world Jon is and listen as we get hyped for out Ep. 52 extravaganza show! Thanks for any support you can provide at ... ...

The guys welcome dodgeball enthusiast Jon Nieva to school them on this schoolyard game. See who dodges the most wrong answers in this epic showdown between Kevin and Jon. And feel free to support us by becoming a patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius. You can also now buy perch at lackofgenius.com/store

Any idea what that “P” in Ernest P. Worrell stands for? How about where Pee Wee got his name? Find out the answers as Jon and Kevin dig into two of their favorite entertainers growing up. And next time someone calls you a name for being a devoted Logger, just throw a “I know you ... ...

Any idea what the original name for Memorial Day was? How about whether Memorial Day mattress sales are actually the real deal? Well you’re about to know both as Jon & Kevin quiz each other about all things Memorial Day. Thanks for listening and if you’d like to support us further, consider becoming a patron ... ...

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Kevin’s mustache, Jon and Kevin are doing all things mustachio for Episode 48! Jon quizzes us on mustache facts while Kevin quizzes on HIS mustache specifically. You’re right! We mustache you a question! And we can’t wait to hear how you answer! Thanks for any and all support at ... ...

Live from Wrigley Field?? Well, we were live at the time anyway. Kevin and Jon made the trek to Chicago to watch their respective favorite baseball teams, the Dodgers and the Cubs go head-to-head. Listen as they quiz one another on Wrigley Field and the Cubs organization FROM the bleachers of Wrigley Field. Please pardon…

Let’s-a-go! Ben Magnet returns to quiz Jon and Kevin on all things Mario. What was Mario’s original name supposed to be? When did he first appear? Why is Mario Kart so freakin’ fun?? Ben Magnet has the answer to all of these and more! Feel free to support us at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin relive their childhood as they dive into two of the most influential children’s musicians of the 80s and 90s; Raffi and Sharon, Lois & Bram. If Baby Beluga and Skinnamarink are in your head already, this is the episode for you! If you enjoy the podcast, consider supporting us at patreon.com/lackofgenius. 

In honor of Earth Day, Jon and Kevin welcome Environmentalist and founder of New Community Project, David Radcliff. We’re so excited to share this episode with you and hope it inspires you to do your part in taking care of our beautiful planet, you can find more info at http://newcommunityproject.org As always, feel free to ...

Wow! Look what’s in this plastic Easter Egg! It’s the Easter episode of the Lack of Genius Podcast! Can you name all the colors that Peeps come in? How about how the day Easter falls on is determined? You’ll know this and more after listening! Feel free to support us at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin recap their five favorite live concerts by quizzing each other about the artists they saw. Find out which band has made fun of Jon from the stage multiple times and hear about Kevin’s crowd surfing disaster. If you’d like to support our podcast (and our live music habit), you can do so…

This week we welcome professional Opera singer Alissa Roca! Listen as she breaks Opera stereotypes and schools us on why Opera’s are so cool! Learn more about Alissa at alissaroca.com and follow her on socials @divatron9000. If you’d like to support our podcast, feel free to become a patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Have you ever seen a movie before? Well, Jon and Kevin have, so this week they quiz each other on their favorite directors! Kevin’s got a quiz on Quentin Tarantino while Jon’s got one on Guy Ritchie. Thanks for listening, please share and feel free to support us at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Ready to get woke on St.Patricks Day?? Jon quizzes us on the history of the holiday while Kevin tests your knowledge on shamrocks, leprechauns, clovers and more. Feel like supporting the podcast? Head over the patreon.com/lackofgenius.  

What could pigeons and golf possibly have to do with one another? Well, they’re things our grandpa’s loved! Try to hit a hole in one as Jon & Kevin quiz one another on their grandpa’s hobbies: pigeons and golf. AND listen to find out how you can win a LOG sticker! Feel free to support…

Find out who goes to bed without dinner when Jon quizzes Kevin on the classic children’s book “Where The Wild Things Are” and Kevin quizzes Jon on the movie adaptation. Also, hear about Kevin’s celebrity run in. If you love what you hear, please share our podcast with others. And as always, feel free to…

The guys welcome their first ever professional athlete, Ben Weishchedel of Major League Rugby’s Los Angeles Giltinis. Listen as Jon and Kevin hop in the scrum to prove how much (or little) they know about Rugby. Support Ben and his various teams by following them on Instagram; Ben: @b_weis; LA Giltinis @giltinis; Belmont Shore Rugby…

Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, get on up, it’s curling time!! In celebration of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, Jon and Kevin put one another to the test on their favorite events: Bobsled and Curling. Feel free to support us on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/lackofgenius so we don’t have to set up a kissing booth…

Love is in the air. Mostly for football. Get struck by cupid’s arrow and score a touchdown while Jon and Kevin test your Valentines Day and Super Bowl knowledge. If you like us, please tell us. And also, feel free to become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/lackofgenius

Find out if we’ve got six more weeks of winter and “Be Prepared” to earn your LOG merit badge as Jon and Kevin quiz each other on Groundhog Day and the Boy Scouts organization. Feel free to support our continued podcasting by becoming a patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon & Kevin welcome retro video game historian BEN MAGNET. Ben writes for several video game publications and can be heard on The Fake Nerd Podcast and Basement Arcade Pause Menu. Listen as he puts our hosts to the test on their 8-bit knowledge and beyond! As always, feel free to become a Patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon and Kevin are hungry and as a result, decide to quiz each other on their favorite foods. Jon slices out some pizza knowledge while Kevin takes a bite out of tacos. If you’d like to support our eating AND podcasting habits, feel free to become a Patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

Jon is a champion canoer and Kevin is a world class hiker! Or at least that’s how they felt on their various outdoor adventures. Jon recaps his trips to the Boundary Waters of Minnesota while Kevin tells of his journey summiting California’s Mt. Whitney. Take your own adventure to our Patreon page and become a Patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

This week Kevin skates to where the puck is and quizzes us over the Mighty Ducks trilogy while Jon takes us on an adventure to Mount Doom and quizzes over the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Feel free to share our podcast with others and if you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

Jon and Kevin welcome Kevin’s sister Erica to their New Years episode. Listen as Jon quizzes the siblings on New Years history and Erica quizzes Jon on Kevin’s greatest birthday moments, being that his birthday is New Years Day. Happy New Year and if your resolution is to financially support more podcasts, become a Patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

It’s our first ever Christmas episode! Jon quizzes Kevin on the history of Christmas while Kevin quizzes Jon on the many fun things that come with Christmas. And stay ’til the end to hear Kevin’s brand new Christmas song. Happy Holidays and if you feel inclined, make our Christmas dreams come true by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/lackofgenius.

According to our math, 26 is half of 52 and there are 52 weeks in a year. So the Lack of Genius Podcast has officially made it a half a year! Jon and Kevin celebrate by quizzing one another on the 25 prior episodes. Find out who knows more about their own podcast and join in the celebration that YOU helped create just by listening. Feel free to share our podcast with others and if you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

Being that we’re the LOG (Lack Of Genius) Podcast, we decide to put our money where our mouth is and prove just how much genius we lack in the industry of Logging! Friend of the show, Jeff McAvoy, steps in to quiz Jon and Kevin on this insanely fascinating industry. As always, feel free to share our podcast with others and if you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

Jon has never seen Gremlins. Kevin has never had SPAM. So the two quiz each other on it. Kevin tries SPAM for the first time and Jon learns why Gremlins is Kevin’s favorite Christmas movie. You love Gremlins and/or SPAM too? Share this episode with a friend! And if you feel inclined head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

Jon’s about to EXPAND YOUR MIND with his quiz on Thanksgiving history while Kevin’s quiz on fun Thanksgiving stuff will probably make you hungry. We’re thankful for YOU! As always, feel free to share our podcast with others and if you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

Have you ever wondered if people ran and juggled at the same time? Well, they do! This unique ability is called Joggling, and you’re in luck, because we have Barry Goldmeier on this week as our expert on all things Joggling. Here is the link for the Juggling that kevin does, https://youtu.be/e1vUfybX7M4. As always, we hope you enjoy it and share with others. If you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

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This week Kevin and Jon talk about things they collected as children: Troll Dolls for Kevin and Magic cards for Jon. We also have a “Tidy Up” section with guest Logger, Jeff McAvoy, who will be sharing something special. As always, we hope you enjoy it and share with others. If you feel inclined, head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a Patron.

This week our intrepid hosts talk all things Halloween, from history to candy; movies to haunted houses. There may even be a couple of musical treats thrown in for you to listen to. As always we hope you enjoy it and if you do, share it with others. If you feel inclined head on over to patreon.com/lackofgenius and become a patron.