The Long Island Sounds

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers take a step into their childhood dream, matter of fact every 90-2000's kids dream and interview Odyssey Jones of the WWE.  They talk about all the WWE heyday times and how to get involved in wrestling. Pick his brain on the daily routine of wrestlers, how the set up matches the hierarchy and building your character. He also tells us about the iconic wrestlers he has met in his time with WWE and how much a tight knit community wrestling is. 

In this episode the brothers chat with DJ Dingo and avid Long Island Sounds listener. They dive into Dingo's time in the Army, him losing to the Iraq Ping Pong Championship and his dream DJ jobs. The also place a wager on Big Sil's C's verse Juan's sissy ass Brooklyn Nets. The  shady cut throat DJ industry and some funny stories after this past spring break the pod took. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers finally figured out all the technical issues with the audio and are back to crystal clear sound. The brothers tackle a range of topics from assembling the perfect night out crew, the Mount Rushmore of video games, vacation stories and ranking the best fighting rappers. Don't be afraid to text your feedback so we can roast you on next weeks new segment "THE BBQ" where the brothers are going to roast some of the comments and criticism they received from friends. 

In this episode The D'Onofrio's brothers meet with another local podcast Burnt after Rolling. They tackle a range of topics from the work it takes to make music, local rappers, bachelor party updates, and the Superbowl. Of course throwing shade on people as always. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brother face yet another technical road block in recording. Just when they thought they had everything figured out now Silvio sounds like a guest on the serial podcast. Know matter how many people we talk to we can't get a system that works but they are promising next week is going to be the week.  They tackle the deep roots of the Long Island rap scene  and the few but many rappers who are looking to break into the industry big time.  All while reminiscing on their glory days working Riverhead retail and the crazy customer service stories. Last minute update on a death in the bachelor party crew. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio's talk about moving to a new city and the adjustments you have to deal with. The different types of characters you meet in the sauna, the best ways to spend your tax money. People you hate going on vacation with and your weekly Vegas update. 

In this episode the brothers are fresh off a bye week. They talk about their weight loss journey  Sil to prove to Jess he can do it, Ant for his Greek God body by Vegas time. The Donofrio's also dive into the issues they are having, with planning their brother's bachelor part.  How everyone has those friends who act like they are to busy to ever give you a straight answer. Another hot topic is determining who are bigger scam artists single girls on dates/at bars or the legalized sports books. 

This week the D'Onofrio brothers recap their holiday together from hosting family to going to family members houses and the crazy stories.  Also how they nearly starved and froze to death all in one night thanks to their brother horrible planning.  

The Boys are  back in action after a 6 month Hiatus. And what better way then everyones favorite guest Mike BMI. Tune in to hear about how covid has changed the game for the nightlife yet people will still do crazy things to party. We discuss some crazy New Years stories and some of the craziest things people have done to get into a club. We are Back! 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk about Little Ant's move to St Louis and why the episode was delayed. They also tackle NBA playoffs, how the new age athletes are softer than baby shit. If today's athletes played on the Kerrigan court they would cry everyday. The brothers  then discuss co worker pet peeves, work related issues, and bathroom obstacles.  

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk about the future of the podcast since little Ant is making his move to St Louis in the next couple of weeks. Learn about your opportunity to possibly replace Ant!  The brothers also tackle the issues with working in Big Sil's basement aka podcast studio and their struggle with technology. Due to their lack of tech knowledge they lost the OG Big Sil episode, so they tell some stories from that as well as Ant's experience with taking OG Big Sil to the gym. They finish with their Mount Rushmore of television shows. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk to local hot take expert and top 3 FATlete in the world Phil from Shirley. Sil and Ant talk about how they met and their top hated athletes in each sport. As well as diving into some funny stories about Phils dating life on Tinder and Bumble. The episode was prerecorded so some past events are on the episode but this will also just show how great and accurate Phil's takes on sports really are. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk with Josh Wesson, a stand up comedian and self proclaimed Gamestock Diamond hands holder. They discuss the struggles of an up and coming stand up comedian living in NYC. They also try to find out why every time they see or talk to him he is always injured and/or getting some kind of surgery, especially for a guy who does not do anything athletic. Like Josh's brother Phil, Gamestock diamond hands run deep in the family. He tells us why he is all in and what these alleged "CHARTS" are telling him. He will make you rethink your investing strategy.  

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk with  longtime nightlife guru and Queens enthusiast Mike BMI. BMI has been in the club scene for over 20 years working at the most exclusive clubs NYC has had to offer from the Limelight all the way to 1 Oak. If there is or was an exclusive nightclub BMI has been packed out the VIP area for over two decades. The brothers ask BMI for some of his best stories in the clubs as well as what people were willing to do just to step foot in some of the clubs ( Believe me people get desperate especially the women). They also ask BMI for his Mount Rushmore of clubs, coolest celebrities he has worked with, and about his OG apparel line. 

In this episode the brothers Sil and Ant deal with the struggle of not recording at HMD studio. They attempt to record at their new home studio, which isn't fully equipped to video record let alone clearly record anything. Both brothers are technologically illiterate. The dive into their experience working in the food/ hospitality industry and the insane stories that they have dealt with when they get annoying  patrons.  Since they are in the new pseudo studio they have a new 'Mount Rushmore' segment where they rank the worse household chores of all time. Re-caping some of their guests and how they are the good luck chuck of podcasting now. 

In this week's episode the brothers Sil and Ant talk about the craziness of their family. They recall funny stories of the matriarch of their family 'Big Sil' and his driving encounters with police. Let's say don't ask for help from an angry teenage daughter to get you out of a ticket. Then they break down their mothers crazy side of the family. From a one legged Facebook assaulting uncle, to the cousins who were dismissed from the family. Sil also talks about how every family has a dirtbag side and if you say you don't then you are probably part of that side. No discussion about family members can be done without discussing the "in laws" and their crazy beliefs and the reason why politics and religion should never be discussed at family events/holidays. 

In this episode the brothers talk to Penn State Wrestler Ant "the Champ" Cassar. They reminisce about wrestling stories including what really happens on wrestling trips and challenges that some might consider 'hazing'. They also  describe the struggle of making weight and the crazy things a wrestler would do for a sip of water or a lick of a lollipop. Ant "the Champ" reveals what his plans for the future and life after wrestling, including possibly training for MMA. 

In this episode the D'Onofrio brothers talk with Kevin Huerrera the Tik Tok sensation 'Only Raising Kings'. Kevin and his wife are known for their hilarious videos about marriage and parent life. He also discusses parenting struggles such as what to do if your kid is being bullied, do you let the  overprotective dad rage come out? Kev discusses why he started making the videos and how he grew it to become so popular that he now has over 800k followers. 

In this episode Sil and Ant talk to their long time friend Phil, or as he calls himself a future Gamestop Millionaire. They discuss sports and how certain key players can change a team (ex: the GOAT Tom Brady).  They also look back into their first experience using drugs (and by drugs we mean marijuana, if you consider that a drug). Looking further back when they used to work together and operate an alleged robbery ring, and what it was like to go into work everyday and not knowing if it would be their last day as free men. Somehow no one on this episode has a criminal record. 

The D'Onofrio brothers talk with MMA fighter Dre the Bull who fought in  Professional Fighters League, World Series of Fighting, Titan Fighting Championships, and Ring of Combat. He discusses fight game politics, paydays, and the struggles to make it. He also gives insight on how growing up a wrestler in Long Island shaped him into the fighter he is today.  As a fellow wrestler himself, Silvio describes one of his most memorable/controversial fights. Lastly, Dre gets to show how powerful his punches are on one of the D'Onofrio brothers. 

The D'Onofrio brothers (Sil and Ant) dive into why they decided to start the podcast, topics they will like to talk about and future guests they are going to have in upcoming episodes.  They will also discuss their day job and the daily struggles they go through as outside sales reps, with stories that you can't even imagine. Then ending with an interview of their first guest who is an up and coming rapper out of the Bronx named Rysovalid'. Rysovalid grew up surrounded by music and hip hop being Fat Joe's son, and is now in the works of developing his own album. He currently has songs on all streaming platforms. His journey can be partly seen on WeTv's Growing up Hip Hop NY.