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What are the four most iconic...anythings? The Mt. Rushmore Podcast seeks to answer these questions. Join Jeff, Michael and Richard as they argue and debate what are the most definitive examples of everything, from the Mt. Rushmore of Bad Movie Accents to the Mt. Rushmore of Months.

Mt. Rushmore


    • Sep 27, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 374 EPISODES

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    The Mt. Rushmore Podcast is a unique and entertaining podcast that dives into various topics and debates them in a fun and informative way. With hosts Richard Manfredi and Michael Winfield, each episode feels like you're listening to a conversation between friends at a bar, discussing topics that we all secretly want to talk about. The chemistry between the hosts is evident, making for an enjoyable listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the strong opinions and well-researched arguments presented by Richard and Michael. Whether it's debating fictional presidents or TV cop duos, they provide interesting insights and make compelling cases for their choices. In addition, they cover a wide range of topics, from trivial things like novelty food items to more significant subjects like the Wonders of the World. This variety keeps the podcast fresh and engaging.

    On the other hand, some may find the use of inside jokes and recurring gags to be excessive at times. While these jokes can add humor to the show, they might become repetitive or tiresome for listeners who are not familiar with them. Additionally, the podcast can occasionally feel disorganized or lacking in structure, which may deter some listeners who prefer a more focused format.

    In conclusion, The Mt. Rushmore Podcast offers an enjoyable blend of entertainment and informative discussions. It's like having drinks with friends while exploring fascinating topics and learning something new along the way. Despite minor flaws such as recurring jokes or occasional lack of structure, this podcast delivers on its promise of providing thought-provoking debates about various subjects. So grab a drink, sit back, and give it a listen - you won't be disappointed!



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    Mt. Rushmore of Contractual Obligations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 59:01


    Contractually, we are obligated to do this episode about contractual obligations, which is a weird clause to put into a contract but HEY always hire a lawyer before you sign, kids. The good news is that this is actually a fertile topic, with lots of options from film, TV, music and more. You're under no obligation to listen to this episode, but we think you'll enjoy it all the same.

    Mt. Rushmore of Sleepovers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 28:24


    The Mt. Rushmore boys are hosting a sleepover, and YOU'RE INVITED! We've got plenty of pizza and soda, some pranks to pull and maybe a movie that your parents wouldn't let you watch.

    Mt. Rushmore of Names or Characters in Beatles Songs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 47:33


    Do we talk about The Beatles a lot on our show? You bet, because they are the biggest band of all time. With 213 songs to choose from, there are a lot of people - real and fictional - who are referenced in their catalog. So, this week we're looking at some of the most intriguing name checks from the wide variety of Beatles songs.

    Mt. Rushmore of Late Night Talk Show Segments (w/ Mike Perkins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 45:52


    Unique segments are the backbone of any decent late night talk show. Nothing gets an audience fired up like knowing that one of their favorite segments is coming up. You can also tell a lot about the show's concept, target audience and sense of humor based on what are the recurring bits. Think that Dancing Itos is just HILAROUS? Then brother, do we have a show for you. We're exploring some of the most iconic late night talk show bits in history on this week's episode. And our special guest this week knows a lot about talk shows - he hosts one every month in Los Angeles. Mike Perkins' "Another Late Show Tonight" gives you everything you could want from a great late night show - without the pesky need for television cameras.

    Mt. Rushmore of Pittsburgh (w/ What Yinz Talkin' Bout)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 40:29


    This week we're turning our eye on the Iron City. We touch on everything from local food and drink to, of course, the sports teams. Joining us are a couple of local ringers: Kyle Chrise and Greg Benevent from the What Yinz Talkin' Bout, which is a lively conversation about the Steelers social media conversation.

    Mt. Rushmore of Celebrities Cameoing in Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 40:15


    Happy Wrestlemania Season, everyone. Wrestlemania is the one time when even the most casual fans pay attention to what's happening in wrestling. A lot of that has to do with the fact that big-time celebrities have a tendency to get involved inside - or outside - the ring during Wrestlemania. This week we're looking at some of the most high-profile, exciting and shocking moments involving celebrities and wrestling!

    Mt. Rushmore of Fake Bands Turned Real Bands (with T. Mike Childs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 58:42


    Sometimes the best bands aren't even real! That's the premise of this week's episode, as we talk about musical acts that started out as fictional and turned into hitmakers and live acts. Joining us to sort through the thousands of possible entries is T. Mike Childs, author of "The Rocklopedia Fakebandica" and proprietor of the FakeBands.com Wiki.

    Mt. Rushmore of Sports Bar Appetizers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 33:08


    We're not talking fancy restaurant appetizers in this episode. Get out of here, arancini! No, we're discussing and debating what are the most iconic bar foods. We take a trip down Cholesterol Lane with our favorite items to nosh on while tossing back a pint!

    Mt. Rushmore of Klutzes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2024 42:20


    Klutzes are staples of entertainment, because they are so relateable. After all, pobody's nerfect! We all have felt like a stumblebum at some point in our lives, so we feel the pain of the klutz, whether it's on the screen or in real life. This week we're looking at all forms of klutzes and isolating some of our favorite. Let's hope we don't fumble the bag with our picks!

    Mt. Rushmore of Songs at the End of Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 38:50


    So now, the end is near...of the movie, that is. And it's time to go out with a bang - sometimes literally - and wrap up the whole theme of the movie in one neat bow. What better way to do that than with the perfect song. This week we're discussing the ultimate meetings of music and visuals that leave indelible marks on people who watch their favorite films.

    Mt. Rushmore of Songs We Don't Need to Hear Again for a While

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 50:33


    Sometimes, a song you love can because an automatic fast-forward when it comes on. It's not because the song is suddenly bad. Maybe the song is overplayed, or maybe the lyrics haven't held up. No matter what the case, it's a song that you don't need to hear for a long time. We're discussing songs that we feel that way about this week, and yes, we're taking down some sacred cows along the way.

    Mt. Rushmore of Robert De Niro

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 45:42


    Robert De Niro - a titan of the film world and certainly one of the most talented actors ever to grace the big screen. He is totally dedicated to his craft, even if that means engaging in all manner of method acting nonsense. Still, no one can question the intensity of a De Niro performance. Ahead of the release of "KIllers of the Flower Moon," we're honoring Robert De Niro (or "Bobby" to his friends and people who want you to think they are Hollywood insiders) by buiding a whole episode around him. We're looking at everything from his greatest roles to musical tributes (sort of) to him.

    Mt. Rushmore of Mob Nicknames (w/ Frank Hayde)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 42:05


    No matter how many ridiculous nicknames Hollywood creates for its Mafia movie characters, they still can't hold a candle to the ones sported by real-life Mob members. This week we're joined by Frank Hayde, author of several books including "The Mafia and the Machine" to discuss the funniest and most adorable names possible for truly horrendous people.

    Mt. Rushmore of Pixar Shorts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 39:34


    Pixar has done more than make some of the most beloved animated films of the last three decades. The "Pixar Magic" also extends to short films, where talented creators often have the chance to explore and experiment with fewer restrictions or expectations. This episode is dedicated to Pixar shorts, whether they were shown before a feature-length film or on television.

    Mt. Rushmore of Magazine Subscriptions We've Had

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 51:25


    Remember magazines? They were sort of like books, but with less pages and more pictures, and you could get them delivered to your home every week or maybe every month. And when you were younger, there was probably a time when getting a magazine subscription delivered to your door was a big deal. This week we're talking about different magazine subscriptions we've had over the years - from classic magazines to ones that went out of business years ago.

    Mt. Rushmore of Pop Culture References in Beastie Boys Songs (with Alex Gradet)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 59:18


    Few musical artists have been as pop culture savvy as the Beastie Boys. Their lyrics include a litany of references to obscure musicians, athletes, TV shows and films. It can feel like you need Wikipedia up to "get" all of the references, but somehow it always works. This week we're exploring the encyclopedic world of Beastie Boys pop culture references. And we've got a certified Beastie Boys expert in the house with good friend of the show Alex Gradet, who has more hits than Rod Carew. 

    Mt. Rushmore of Hostess Snack Cakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2023 50:38


    This week we want to know: who is the Hostess with the Mostest? Snack cakes, that is! We're talking about everyone's favorite brand of sweet junk food induglence and break down which product would come out on top in any middle school lunch swap.

    Mt. Rushmore of Jack Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 53:36


    Jack Black has been charming us for...at this point, it's actually been decades, which feels very strange to type. Maybe you find him charming, or maybe you think he can sometimes be a bit much. But there's no denying that he's seemingly always there. This week we're discussing all aspects of Jack Black, whether he's on his on or melting faces with his partner-in-crime Kyle Gass in Tenacious D. So sit back, get your squiddley diddley doosh on and check out our new episode!

    Mt. Rushmore of Smiles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 30:31


    This week we're (mostly) talking about people with million dollar smiles! Smiles that can light up a room! And every other cliche you can think of for a brilliant, winning smile.

    Mt. Rushmore of American Rock Bands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 44:00


    Things that you can expect the bands are our list to do: Come to your town Help you party down And not necessarily in that order! This week we're turning our gaze to the greatest American rock bands in history. No Beatles, Rolling Stones or The Who here - just pure American bands who can rock all night long if needed.

    Mt. Rushmore of Non-Major Sports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 44:53


    Fans know all about the BIG sports here in the U.S. - football, basketball, baseball, etc. But there's literally a whole world of incredibly fun sports to watch outside of the standard fare. This week, we're taking a look at all of the sports that may be foreign to you but have their own diehard fans who love it with a passion.

    Mt. Rushmore of Irish Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 50:51


    For a country of seven million people, Ireland has had an outsized impact on popular culture. Think about Ireland and there are some things that are going to immediately come to mind. And that's exactly what we're discussing in this episode: from the authnetically Irish to the "only in America" type of Irish things.

    Mt. Rushmore of Amazing Deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 39:08


    Bargain hunters of the world, unite! This week we're discussing some of the best bargains that we've ever seen. We're exploring everywhere from the local supermarket to some unusual stores to find some of greatest deals imaginable.

    Mt. Rushmore of Single Use Kitchen Gadgets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 33:15


    This episode slices and dices its way through a very fun topic - single use kitchen gadgets. They are the kitchen tools that don't have a lot of uses, but you're sure glad you have it when you need it. We take a trip through the junk drawer in our cabinet to discover some of the most useful (or ridiculous) things that are occasionally part of our cooking repertoire. 

    Mt. Rushmore of Comic Book Villains Who Were Reformed...At Least Temporarily (w/ Alex Squiers)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 42:57


    The redemption arc is a classic trope of entertainment, but it's especially true when it comes to comic books. Time after time, you see a classic foe turn into a friend because of change of heart or circumstance. Now, does it always stick? Well... We're debating reformed bad guys in comics this with and here to help us out is Alex Squiers.

    Mt. Rushmore of Sporting Memories (w/ Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 34:52


    Great sports moments don't just happen in a vacuum. You remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when some amazing play or fantastic finish happens. This week we're taking a stroll down sporting memory lane with our new friend Jack Hewson of the Tiger Fonix Podcast. We're talking everything from baseball to Australian Rules Football.

    Mt. Rushmore of Jobs That I Would Be Horrible At Doing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 37:41


    One person's dream job is another person's nightmare. Just because you are good at one career path doesn't mean that you could do any job. In fact, there are probably some jobs that, deep down inside, you know you would just be horrible at doing. We're talking about the career paths we'd prefer not to take this week, thanking the heavens that someone else is able to do what we cannot.

    Mt. Rushmore of Unexpected Home Repairs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 40:25


    There's nothing that will put a dent in your wallet quite like an unplanned home renovation or repair. Sure, you could try to DIY the work, but you barely know which end of the hammer is the handle. Do you really trust yourself to do anything but make a mess and create even more problems for a professional to fix? Jeff, Richard and Michael have some stories to tell about unexpected home repairs they've dealt with. You'll laugh until you cry, while the boys are in tears for different reasons.

    Mt. Rushmore of Dreams and Dreaming

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 37:43


    Dreams are a landscape where literally anything can happen. Dreams can be hyper-realistic, frightening or just plain weird. This week we drift away into a discussion of all things dreams and dreaming.

    Mt. Rushmore of New Year's Resolutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 31:01


    It seems like just a few weeks ago that you resolved to better yourself this year. That's because it was! We thought that now was a great time to discuss New Year's resolutions, while they were fresh in our minds and we haven't abandoned them entirely.

    Mt. Rushmore of Songs Performed by the Non-Dominant Singer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 42:31


    Every knows that the lead singer is the alpha dog in a band. But sometimes, lurking somewhere behind the drums or a stack of bass amps, is a singer whocan bring something unique to the table - and maybe bring a band a big hit record in the process. This week we're looking at songs that were sung by someone other than a band's main vocalist.

    Mt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second Careers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 43:06


    Ring in the new year with a new episode of the show. This week we're returning to the familiar topic of wrestling but taking a look at what wrestlers do outside of the ring. This week we're debating the Mt. Rushmore of Wrestlers' Second Careers - whether it's something they did before getting into the ring or after their careers ended.

    Mt. Rushmore of Movie Plot Holes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 38:06


    When you watch a movie, willful suspension of disbelief is your friend. There are a lot of things that happen which maybe don't make complete sense, but you're willing to let it slide if the film is good. But sometimes there are plot holes so gaping that you just cant ignore them. This week we're talking about plot holes from some of our favorite films of all time. Things that make you scratch your head and say "why didn't someone catch that before the movie was made?"

    Mt. Rushmore of Holiday Activities

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 37:51


    Happy holidays! We hope you have a joyous season, filled with plenty of activities. This week we're tlking about our favorite things to do over the holidays. And also our least favorite, because we're a bunch of Grinches at heart.

    Mt. Rushmore of Snowmen

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 33:17


    Winter is finally here and you know what that means? Well, beyond Season Affective Disorder, it means it's time to play in the snow, and what's better to do than building a snowman? This week we're talking about all aspects of snowmen, both real-life and fictional.

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    Mt. Rushmore of Musicians Who Sound Like No One Else

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 35:51


    We're back! After an extended hiatus, we've returned and we're talking about one of our favorite topics - music! This week we're discussing musical acts who have their own unique sound and style that are literally incomparable.

    Mt. Rushmore of Comfort TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 46:21


    Not every TV show has to be "Breaking Bad" or "The Sopranos". Don't get us wrong, Prestige TV is great. But sometimes, you just want to watch a familiar show that makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside. This week we're looking at Comfort TV shows that you can turn on anytime and will instantly make you feel better, like the TV equivalent of a hot bowl of chicken noodle soup.

    Mt. Rushmore of Actors Who I Never Believe Are Anybody But Themselves

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 35:01


    Some actors have a talent for seamlessly slipping into their roles, until you forget that you are watching someone play a character. We're not talking about those actors this week. Instead, we're discussing actors who are so tied to their real-life personas that it can be impossible to imagine them playing a character.

    Mt. Rushmore of Attending a Sporting Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 33:51


    It's officially sports season! Baseball and football are going strong, while basketball and hockey are right around the corner. And then there's also soccer! Before you head out to a game this fall, we're here to help you with useful tips and tricks for getting the most out of your time out at the old ball park/stadium/arena/cricket grounds. OK, not really, but we are talking about some of the most exciting, infuriating and interesting things that happen to fans at a live sporting event.

    Mt. Rushmore of Fictional Royalty

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 34:27


    On this week's episode, the boys discuss fictional royalty. You know, like real royalty except just slightly more dramatic.

    Mt. Rushmore of Cycling Scenes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 37:41


    It's time to bust out your Huffy (sorry if that sounds dirty) and join us as we discuss the greatest cycling scenes in film and television. Just make sure you're wearing proper protective gear when listen to this week's episode.

    Mt. Rushmore of Beating the Heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 28:44


    This episode is scorching hot! We don't mean the content - that's lukewarm at best - but we mean the actual topic. We're talking about what you can do to beat the heat when the temperatures rise over the summer. With global warming, we're going to go ahead and consider this "evergreen content" moving forward.

    Mt. Rushmore of Really Weird States

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 46:31


    Every state in the US has its own quirky charm. But some states? Man, they can be just plain weird. Join us as we discuss the strangest places you can live in the United States.

    Mt. Rushmore of Worrying (and Worriers)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 43:13


    It's natural to worry about things in our everyday lives. But when worrying turns into anxiety and obsession, we've got a problem to worry about. This week Richard and Michael dicsuss things that have them nervous, as well as famous worriers throughout pop culture.

    Mt. Rushmore of Sports Calls

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 83:39


    Do you believe in miracles? You probably do if you're a sports fan. And that's because the announcer broadcasting a game can play as big of a role in your memory of a great sporting event than the players on the field. This week we discuss the late Vin Scully and other great broadcasters and their best calls.

    Mt. Rushmore of Comeuppances

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 41:20


    This week you're going to get what you deserve! By that, we mean another great episode of the Mt. Rushmore Podcast - and this one is all about people getting their comeuppance. Whether it's fictional or real-life, MIchael, Richard and Jeff deliberate and debate examples of people getting their just deserts.

    Mt. Rushmore of Second-Tier Holiday Celebrations

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 33:57


    Not every holiday gets the love it deserves, but this week we're putting a spotlight on some of the "lesser" holidays. If you've ever wondered why we don't make a bigger deal out of Arbor Day, then this episode is for you. (Also, get some professional help.)

    Mt. Rushmore of Limited Run Fast Food Items

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 32:43


    This week's episode addresses a subject near and dear to our clogged hearts: fast food. Specifically, we're talking about menu items that are only arond for a limited time. We're talking everything from classics that everyone craves to one-off items that no one wanted to see back.

    Mt. Rushmore of TV Character Catchphrases

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 44:21


    If you were to ask us "what you talkin' 'bout?" this week, we'd let you that  we're debating what belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of TV Character Catchphrases. If you don't think this episode is "dy-no-MITE" then you can, respectfully speaking, "sit on it."

    Mt. Rushmore of Movie Adaptations of Children's Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 38:36


    Did you miss us? (Don't answer that.) We're back from a brief hiatus with a new episode that's fun for the whole family. This week we're discussing beloved films that are based off of equally beloved children's books!

    Mt. Rushmore of Who Are These People?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 44:52


    We try to be very open-minded here at the Mt. Rushmore Podcast. But every so often, we are forced to deal with annoyances and inconveniences brought on by some of the most confusing if not outright strange actions of other people. They make us ask: "Who Are These People?"

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