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A freeform podcast that explores anything and everything, from hot-button politics, to NBA free agency. Check us out!

Ripcord

  • Jan 13, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
  • every other week NEW EPISODES
  • 1h 18m AVG DURATION
  • 81 EPISODES


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Onion Articles or Real 2020 Events?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 69:27


Tray went to work rounding up some of the most scandalous, outrageous, and down right despicable news stories he could find, all with the very simple goal of making Connor lose his grasp on reality. Can Connor discern the real from the fake? The hard hitting journalism from the hilarious Onion? The only way to find out is to hit that play button, and test your own wit alongside one of the world's (not so) great minds. If you like the show, consider subscribing/following. Leave a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts if you want good karma.

Ballin' on a Budget: Nugget Showdown

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 73:40


Here at Ripcord, we do the heavy lifting so you don't have to. If you love listening to the sounds of silence and distant chewing, then this episode is for YOU! We took Nuggets from some of the leading fast food chains (McDonald's, Wendy's, Jack in the Box, Burger King, Chik-fil-A, Sonic, and Morningstar), and put them up against each other, NUGGET TO NUGGET. If you like the show, then PLEASE f&#*$!% follow and rate us on your podcast app of choice. We have stooped to the lowest of lows, don't make us get on our knees. Check out the show on the socials @Ripcordpodcast I=

Getting Covid, Dying on a Hill, Conan Gets Canceled, and More!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 77:22


It happened. We got Covid... Listen in to hear our first hand harrowing experiences with the virus that stopped the world. Fret not fellow Ripcordians! The conversation lightens up in the second half with Tray canceling Conan O'Brien, conversation about our inability to concede during arguments, entertainment talk, and much more. If you want to stay up to date on the show, make sure to check us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @RipcordPodcast. We are testing new thumbnail designs, so feel free to give us feedback! If you enjoy the show, consider following on your podcast app of choice, and leave us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts. Thanks as always, and pull the Ripcord!

Seeing Your Reflection In Entertainment

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 76:22


This week we crack open a bottle of wine and chat about the destruction Midnight Gospel left in our hearts. This episode's conversation centers heavily around seeing yourself in fictional characters in entertainment, and how we can grow from what we consume. If you like the show, consider subscribing/following, and toss us a five star rating on Apple Podcasts if you're feeling up to it. Keep up to date with show by following @Ripcordpodcast on Instagram and Twitter.

Election Venting

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2020 60:16


Since it was a slow news week, we decided to scrape the bottom of the barrel and talk about this "election" thing we've been hearing about. There is heavy language in this episode and listener discretion is advised. If you want to watch the show, head over to our YouTube channel

Horror Movie Killer Bracket

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 63:37


Buckle up for our most sleep deprived episode yet! We browsed the world wide net to find a KILLER Halloween bracket for a special episode that you can listen to while you celebrate the spooky season. Who takes the (pumpkin) cake? Listen to find out! If you wanna see our special Halloween costumes, check the episode out on our Youtube channel!

Halloween Icon Showdown & Could We Survive the Apocalypse

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 69:15


With Halloween right around the corner, we go where no podcast has gone before. Listen in to hear us duke it out over Halloween classic crossovers like Laurie Strode in Hawkins Indiana, or the killer clown It vs horror icon Michael Myers.

(Mostly) Real, Shocking, Horrifying Ghost Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 81:08


We are back with more spooks for your Halloween pleasure! Take a dive with us into r/HighStrangeness, a subreddit dedicated to all things paranormal. Have any ghosts stories/unexplainable paranormal moments of your own? Shoot us a message on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram @Ripcordpodcast, or comment on our Youtube channel.

Halloween Candy Tier List

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 89:25


This week we kick of the most wonderful time of the year with a Halloween candy tier list. Follow us @RipcordPodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Subscribe to the show on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6j3xeawPq4_Za75JKZ81LA

Grasping Our Mortality & Tray's New Addiction

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 61:01


EXTRA EXTRA, LISTEN ALL ABOUT IT! This week on Ripcord we examine our own mortality, rip on microtransactions, and reveal Tray's new addiction. Follow @ripcordpodcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Subscribe to the channel on YouTube here:

Xbox Acquires Bethesda, Cyberpunk, & Midsommar

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 55:07


We are back again with a banger of an episode! Listen in for our discussion on the crazy state of the videogame industry, and prepare for October with us as we discuss the limits Midsommar pushes. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast. Subscribe to Ripcord Podcast on Youtube

Snowpocalypse 2.0, September 11th, and more

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 59:49


Hopefully you brought an oven mitt, because we are serving up a hot dish of fire conversation this week. Listen in to hear us chat about the fires ravaging the western United States, remember 9/11, what coffee means to us, and much more! Make sure to follow us @ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Subscribe to Ripcord Podcast on Youtube.

Cereal/Fast Food Tier List

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 99:17


This is the first episode of Ripcord that also has a video episode up on Youtube. Head to our Youtube channel to watch the video recorded live as we did it. Listen in this week to hear us debate two of the most controversial tier lists of all time. Make sure to follow us @RipcordPodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

An Even Better Come Back

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 66:41


The return we've all been waiting for is upon us! Thank you guys for sticking with us while we figured our s*** out. Listen in for an update on everything Ripcord, as well as to hear what we have been up to. Make sure to follow @ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. If you enjoyed the show, consider leaving a rating.

Habaneros, Losing, and World Wide Hysteria

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 52:23


This week Tray and Connor turn up the heat with some Habanero trivia. Stick around to hear about how they deal with losing, and what they think of the state of the world. Join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast.

The Doctor Gets Disrespected

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 54:59


This week Tray and Connor break down the madness surrounding the '93-'94 two time back to back Blockbuster Games World Champion, Doctor Disrespect. Give the episode a listen and then join the conversation with us @ripcordpodcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Would You Kill for Cookie Crisp?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 53:38


This week the boys are back with another banger of an episode. Listen in to hear them break down Dave Chappelle's FREE special, and stick around to hear how they'd last in an apocolypse. Make sure to follow @Ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Kill Your Fears

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 57:23


This week on Ripcord we face our fears, and more importantly, we talk about how to face them. Stick around to hear our thoughts on the escalating civil unrest, and where we think we should go from here. If you like the show, please consider following and rating. Make sure to follow @RipcordPodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. How Do We Kill Our Fears? by Ripcord is licensed under a Creative Commons License.

How Do We Kill Our Fears?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 57:23


This week on Ripcord we face our fears, and more importantly, we talk about how to face them. Stick around to hear our thoughts on the escalating civil unrest, and where we think we should go from here. If you like the show, please consider following and rating. Make sure to follow @RipcordPodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

No Justice No Peace

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 67:42


This week we discuss the horrific events that took place last week that claimed the life of George Floyd, and the repercussions of those events. Make sure to follow @ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

We're Back!

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 66:54


The long awaited return of Ripcord is finally here. We here at Ripcord would like to thank everyone for continuing to listen, and for shouting out the show on social media. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU. The good news is that we are back for good, so buckle up. Listen in to hear a recap of our Covid-19 experiences, what we have been doing in our time away from the show, and much more. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @RipcordPodcast. If you haven't subscribed to the show or left a rating, consider doing so! Thanks for all of the support.

The End of the World

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 45:24


Coronavirus is causing mass hysteria across the world, and we have a front row seat to all of it. Listen in to hear our takes on the pandemic, how we deal with anxiety it causes, and much more. Make sure to follow the show on your podcast app of choice, and give us a follow on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @RipcordPodcast

Bernie Vs. Biden

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 81:28


Super Tuesday has come and gone, and the 2020 democratic primary is down to two nominees. Come along with us as we explore the policies of Biden and Bernie, and how each candidate could impact the future of our country. Make sure to subscribe to the show, and leave a rating on iTunes. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @RipcordPodcast

Destroy Your Ego Ft. Nika Kovis

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 106:21


Another week, another new guest! This week we welcome Nika Kovis onto the show to talk about Amma Therapy and Eastern Medicine. Listen in for a multifaceted conversation on the mind and body, Western culture's neglect of the inner self, and much more. Follow Ripcord on Insta, Facebook and Twitter @Ripcordpodcast. Make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast app. and consider rating the show five stars on iTunes.

Get it Together Ft. Kyle Kron

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 81:48


This week we bring a very special guest and friend in to the studio, Kyle Kron. Listen in as we talk about his work for the nonprofit 4TheAbility, which works to connect high school athletic programs with kids who have medical conditions. Later in the episode we chat Kyle's experience coaching high school football, his dip into post-college life, and overcoming life's many hardships. We want to give a big thank you to Kyle for coming on the show and talking with us. To donate to 4TheAbility, visit 4theability.com. Follow us @Ripcordpodcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. If you liked the show, subscribe on your podcast app of choice, and leave a rating on iTunes Podcasts.

1 Year of Ripcord

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 49:21


It's been 1 year since we first turned on the mics here at Ripcord Studios. In this episode we reflect on the first year of running the podcast. The highs, the lows, and everything we have learned from starting this up. Huge thank you to everyone who has listened and supported us throughout this. As always, if you enjoyed the episode please consider subscribing on your favorite podcast streaming service and follow us on instagram, facebook, and twitter @ripcordpodcast

Homelessness and Patriotism

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2020 57:18


This week we are diving head on into the crisis that is Portland's homeless population. Stick around to hear our thoughts on everything from the Coronavirus to Shakira's hips (they don't lie). Thanks as always for listening. If you like the show, consider subscribing and leaving us a rating on iTunes. Follow us @Ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Kobe Bryant

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 38:06


Rest in peace to a father, son, friend, and NBA legend.

If Two Guys Made a Podcast:

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 69:44


A lot of the time in normal conversation you find yourself veering off course onto different paths, and thats exactly what this episode is. We are back in the studio and talking about everything from the newest Warren-Bernie beef, to Mac Miller's new album, to doomsday survival, and much more. So sit back, relax, and let chaos ensue. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast.

A Change in Mindset

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 64:47


After a week off, we are back! Listen in for a classic episode of Ripcord that explores our various successes and failures in attempting to become better, more productive people. Topics include learning from coaching youth basketball, reading, meditating, and much more. Thanks as always for listening! follow us on Insta, Twitter, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast

Top Tens of the Decade Ft. Bridger Cowan

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 155:48


The decade is coming to a close, so we thought we'd jump on the bandwagon and countdown our top tens from 2010 to the end of 2019... But you can’t do top ten lists alone, so we brought music guru Bridger Cowan on the show to talk a little bit about his creations, and then to help us countdown our lists for the last decade. Listen in to hear our top ten video games, movies, albums, moments, and more from the last ten years. SPOILER: Listen early on for a Ripcord premier of Bridger’s newest piece “We Are One: Remix” A special thanks to content creator and friend, Bridger Cowan, for coming on the show. Check him out @Bridgermakescontent on Instagram, and search Bridger Cowan on Soundcloud. Thanks to everyone for making our first year podcasting a great one. We couldn't have done any of this without your support.

Tray and Connor Read: Twas the Night Before Christmas

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 3:57


Merry Christmas to you and yours, from all of us at Ripcord Podcast.

Starwars: The FALL of Skywalker

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2019 55:45


The end of the Skywalker saga is finally here, and we have a lot to say about it. Did we enjoy the film? What would we have done differently? What is the future of Starwars? Listen in to find out! Follow us @Ripcordpodcast one Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Quick Shot: A Couple Questions About Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 27:00


What's better than receiving a gift for Christmas? How about 30 extra minutes of our voices? Jk... Unless ;) xD We are back in the studio with a quick shot episode with special guest Corbin Howell chatting about the ultimate existential questions. Do people have a right to be happy or should they have to earn it? Do you believe in a power greater than humanity? Listen in to hear our thoughts on that, and much more. As always, thanks for listening. Follow us @Ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Ripcord News Roundup

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 47:28


This week the guys debut a brand new recurring episode: Ripcord News Roundup! Listen in for recaps on stories you may have missed in recent weeks, and stick around to hear a brand new segment: Rip it or Ditch it. Make sure to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast.

Ripcourt: NFL Coverup

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2019 89:09


We are back in court, and this week we are taking on the NFL’s concussion cover-up. Listen in to hear out take! Don’t forget to leave us a rating on the Apple Podcast app. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast.

Top Ten Christmas Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 48:35


December is here, and with it comes the most wonderful time of the year! Ring in the Christmas season with us here at Ripcord while we countdown our top ten favorite Christmas movies. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast

NBA Fastbreak #4

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 90:22


NBA Fastbreak is back! The season is in full swing and things are as interesting as ever within the league. Where do we see teams landing in the post-season? Who will win the MVP race? Listen in to find out our thoughts on that and so much more. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @Ripcordpodcast.

Ripcourt: Jeffrey Epstein

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 53:55


Court is back in session, and this time the guys are putting Jeffrey Epstein on the stand. Did he kill himself, and just how far did his connections reach? Listen in to find out our thoughts and more! Don't forget to rate us on iTunes, and make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Thanksgiving Food Bracket

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 76:50


The boys are back this week with one of their most challenging episodes to date. Listen in to hear nightmare Black Friday stories, and make sure to stick around to find out which Thanksgiving food item takes the crown in our special House of Carbs bracket, courtesy of The Ringer. Make sure to check us out on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @RipcordPodcast

Giveaway Recap

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2019 22:57


This episode of Ripcord features a quick recap of the Halloween giveaway, and a chat about what is in store for the show. Thanks as always for listening. Check out @RipcordPodcast on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Halloween Special: Get Out & Us

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2019 70:10


The final episode in our Halloween special is here! Listen in to hear what we think about these modern day classics, who our tethered selves would be, and much more. Don't forget to check out our Instagram @ripcordpodcast to find out how you can win a 50 dollar Amazon gift card. Thanks as always for listening.

Halloween Special: The Shining

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 57:31


Halloween week continues with a special episode on one of the horror genre's most coveted films: The Shining. Does the film still hold up today? Were we impressed as first time viewers? Listen in to find out. Good art has a way of provoking thought and conversation, and this episode showcases just how far a great film can take you. Make sure to check out our Instagram @RipcordPodcast to find out how you can win a 50 dollar Amazon gift card.

Halloween Special: The Conjuring

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 53:13


Halloween week continues with a special episode on one of our favorite horror films: The Conjuring. Listen in for our thoughts on the film, our own ghost stories, and much more! Check out our Instagram @Ripcordpodcast to see how you can win a 50 dollar Amazon gift card during our Halloween giveaway.

Halloween Special: Michael Myers

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 72:55


It's finally Halloween week, and Ripcord is kicking it off with the slasher that started it all: Halloween. Listen in for our thoughts on the franchise, Tray's daring escape from Michael Myers, our slasher weapons of choice and much more! Don't forget to head over to our Instagram to enter our Halloween giveaway for a 50 dollar Amazon gift card! Thanks as always for listening!

Boise State Woes, NBA Tipoff, China's Grip on U.S.

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2019 56:29


This week the your favorite hosts disect (whine about) Boise State's recent upset loss against BYU, Prepare for NBA tipoff, and give their takes on the recent China scandals that rocked the NBA and Blizzard. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @RipcordPodcast

Life Update

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 68:37


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Halloween Special: Hereditary

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 79:27


The guys are going to be spending the spooky season going over some of the greatest horror films the genre has to offer. Listen in for a special episode on the horror blockbuster "Hereditary." Don't forget to follow us @Ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! Thanks as always for listening.

Ripcourt #2: Dave Chappelle

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2019 79:28


This week the guys take Dave Chappelle to Ripcourt. Is he really the bad guy? Does his comedy have any real-world merit? Is he guilty? Listen to this special episode of Ripcord to find out. Make sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @RipcordPodcast.

The Importance of Good Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 63:17


This week the guys take a crack at why "good" movies are important to cinema as a whole by examining recent box office hits "Venom" and "Arrival." Make sure to follow @RipcordPodcast Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Winter is Coming Ft. Corey Hugo

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2019 96:17


Another week, another guest! This time the guys welcome Corey Hugo of Winter forever on to the show. Listen in for a great conversation about Corey's jump into creating music, videogames, the music scene, and much more. A special thanks to Corey again for coming on the show! It was great to talk with you. Make sure to follow us @Ripcordpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

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