While they were students in the Roy H. Park School of Communications at Ithaca College, Nick and Andy hosted a radio show together on WICB-FM, one of the most well-respected student-run stations in the country. Every Friday from 4 PM - 6 PM, they brought listeners "Countdown to the Weekend", a show featuring new music, artist interviews, giveaways, and regular segments such as "Rules of Absurdity" and "Famous Birthdays". Their usual shenanigans drew a lot of recognition from their peers and local Ithacans, an energy that Nick and Andy fed off of while on the air. Fast forward to today, years out of school, Nick and Andy are back at it again! Not on the radio, but in a similar format, bringing listeners anything worth talking about - music, sports, news - and even answering the tough questions like which chain restaurant has the best bread? Really anything that will bring you joy as you start the weekend, we're all about! We hope you'll join us every Friday as we bring you to the weekend!
There's a decent amount of sports news this week, mostly about sports you probably didn't know about! Leave it to us to give you all the details about that, why a football thrown by Tom Brady is getting so much attention and why everyone is talking about "Dune". FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Barcelona's Gerard Pique organises inaugural Balloon World CupWorld Chase Tag is building a 21st century sport from scratchTom Brady says he gave Buccaneers fan a Bitcoin to repay him for giving up football from 600th career TD passWhat Is Making ‘Dune' Such a Phenomenon?Thanks for listening!
A lot of big name brands were in the news this week for various reasons. Coachella, Apple and Swedish House Mafia all made headlines in addition to an adorable pug, Noddle, the newest sensation on the Internet. We also discuss why a recent interview with a celebrity couple is so creepy. Fitting with Halloween right around the corner!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Coachella confirms 2022 festival Swedish House Mafia announce Paradise Again tour around the worldGame-changing MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max delivers extraordinary performance and battery life, and features the world's best notebook displayThis floppy 13-year-old pug can tell you what kind of day you're going to haveThanks for listening!
Remember back in June when we said we were back after a brief hiatus? And then we took a much longer hiatus after one show? About that. You know, summer happened. There were friends to see, weddings to be had and countless other things to do in the nice weather. We hope you missed us, because we certainly missed you. Needless to say, three months has left us with a lot to talk about - from Nick's bachelor party, to his wedding to his honeymoon. Join us as we share some of our favorite stories from the past few months.We'll be back next week! Seriously. FacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks for listening!
We're happy to be back after a brief hiatus! Zenski was off jaunting around Walt Disney World, but him and Nick are ready to bring you weekly shows with all the fun and entertainment, we hope, that you get from us.There's no shortage of news stories to come back to including Britney Spears, MLB introducing new rules and more. Zenski also gives a take on some fools he's noticed recently.FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:MLB's war on sticky stuffBritney Breaks Her SilencePlease, go see Elton JohnTV has gone too farLate night TV: Colbert and ConanThanks for listening!
Please consider donating to Eric, Kellie and Charlie’s GoFundMe: https://bit.ly/2RJCexjWe’re bringing you into Memorial Day Weekend the only way we know how - with an epic food face-off. Nick and Zenski first did this food challenge on their radio show over ten years ago and decided bring it back featuring all your favorite summer BBQ foods. Listen as the guys try to be the fastest one to eat hot dogs, burgers and more, all wrapped up in the wonderful commentary of our good friend Matt McCarthy. As a reminder, we're taking a brief hiatus after this week, but we'll be back with new shows on 6/18. Let's have a great summer!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Vaccine incentive: Young adults eligible for full scholarship to NY schoolsAmazon to buy MGM Studios for $8.45 billionThanks for listening!
After a year of postponed festivals, concerts and other performances, we're excited to see a return of live events! The guys talk about Lollapalooza's lineup, nightclubs reopening and their thoughts on this industry coming back. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Lollapalooza 2021: Megan Thee Stallion and Foo Fighters among headlinersBiden takes new electric F-150 for a test drive: 'This sucker's quick'Google plans to build a commercial quantum computer by 2029Pujols: 'Still got some gasoline left in tank'Thanks for listening!
There was a lot of news this week - everything from the CDC's updated mask guidelines for fully-vaccinated people, to new VIP experiences at football games, to "Legends of the Hidden Temple" getting a reboot. We go over it all for you on the show, in addition to letting you know what holidays you can celebrate this weekend. National Buttermilk Biscuit Day, anyone?FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:CDC says people fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can shed masks in most indoor settingsTarget will temporarily stop selling Pokémon and sports trading cards in stores due to safety concernsBucs vs. Patriots Tickets Selling for as Much as $8.8K for Tom Brady's ReturnAllegiant Stadium's Wynn Field Club brings Las Vegas club, DJ experience to Raiders games'Legends of the Hidden Temple' is getting a reboot for adultsAdam Sandler returns to IHOP to surprise hostess who turned him awayThanks for listening!
We have a very galactic-themed show for you this week. From a Chinese rocket spinning through space, to the Houston Astros to Nick telling us why he hates Star Wars, it's a fun one. We also reveal the results of our Ultimate Boy Band Bracket Battle! FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Chinese rocket debris is expected to crash into Earth soon. It's not the first time.Coronavirus Update New York City: NY Yankees, Mets to reopen stadiums with different capacity rulesBroadway Is Reopening. But Not Until September.Sony admits it might have to redesign the PS5Kentucky Derby Tramples Oscars & Almost Everything Else In ViewershipCinco de Mayo: These are, we kid you not, actual questions people ask Google about the holidayThanks for listening!
Is anyone really watching the NFL draft this year? We personally think a draft to create the ultimate boy band is more interesting, so we did it! Karski and Zenski hand picked members from five iconic groups to create their version of the ultimate boy band. Who drafted the better band? Drop us a comment on social media and we'll tally the votes and announce the winner next week.All that, headlines and more on this week's show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Microsoft is retiring its default font, and it wants your help choosing a new oneThis 120 Gigapixel Photo is the Largest of New York City Ever TakenA computer developer made a Missy Elliott codeHundreds of people named Josh battle with pool noodles in NebraskaTaco Bell enlists 'world's largest influencer' for new ad campaignThanks for listening!
If you've been an avid follower of the show, you know the guys have their areas of expertise. Karski knows baseball and Zenski knows Disney. Are they enough of an expert to correctly answer some trivia questions? If you answer incorrectly, you take a drink. All that and some interesting headlines on this week's show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:The post-pandemic spending spree has begun. Here are 6 things Americans are buyingWhere are the wings? Shortage affecting local restaurantsMessage in a bottle travels 250 miles from Kentucky to Tennessee in 30 yearsMeet the man in a bear suit walking from Los Angeles to San FranciscoThanks for listening!
Yeah, a real, working lightsaber, or so they say! We'll get into it more during headlines, but Disney Twitter is abuzz over this development from a recent Disney Parks virtual announcement. Also, Nick tells us why Tim Locastro is a ballplayer to watch and Zenski totally makes things awkward when transitioning between segments - but, he tries to redeem himself in another round of "Name that BPM". If you have a better name for this, let us know!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Domino's is launching a pizza delivery robot carFacebook removes page for French town named Bitche'WTF With Marc Maron' awarded the Governors Award by The Podcast AcademyHow Disney Parks’ New “Real” Star Wars Lightsaber WorksThanks for listening!
You ever just look at someone and say "wow, they look so much better clean shaven", or vice versa? Professional athletes can switch up their hairstyles every now and then, but sometimes, the new styles should have been kept on the sidelines. This week, we introduce a new segment ranking athletes by how good their flow is. We also follow up on a few stories discussed last week included MLB's opening day, the Francisco Lindor deal and how a brand you know from food shopping is helping someone cash in some coins. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Georgia man who was paid in 91,000 greasy pennies saved from ‘coinundrum’ by CoinstarVIDEO: Man Runs Cross Country From Disneyland to WDW!Kelly Clarkson reveals 'the one song in history' she’s afraid to cover: 'I'm going to leave that alone'Will.i.am and Honeywell make bet on fashionable high-tech face masksThanks for listening!
After days of being stuck in the Suez Canal, the massive container ship Ever Given is free! We talk about the impact that blockade had on the global economy this week. Speaking of the economy, at the time of recording, the New York Mets were still negotiating a contract extension with Francisco Lindor. Since then, they've reached a ten year, $341 million deal and Zenski can't be happier about it! More on that next week in addition to a look at the 2021 MLB season after opening day. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Suez Canal traffic resumes after cargo ship Ever Given is moving againA Georgia man demanded his final paycheck. The auto shop delivered 91,500 greasy penniesStolen 'Looie the Lookout' mascot costume recovered in TennesseeMets bring 'swagger' back with black jerseysThanks for listening!
Let's paint a picture for you. The guys met to plan out the show like they do every week. Here are the headlines, here are the other things we're going to talk about. Good to go! This week, Karski decided to throw out the script in the middle of the show, leaving Zenski speechless. It honestly made for one of our favorite shows and you don't want to miss it!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:What Do Shrimp, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and ‘Boy Meets World’ Have in Common? One Viral TweetSuez Canal blocked by traffic jam after massive container ship runs agroundMontana girl, 17, earns a doctorate in business administrationThanks for listening!
Music's biggest night was held virtually this year and we have our full thoughts on the show for you! We still have to talk St. Patrick's Day as well, even though it already happened. We acknowledge the cultural phenomenon by playing a game of "Is it an Irish Drinking Song?" All that and much more for you on this week's show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:2021 Grammys Winners ListGrammys 2021: 10 Takeaways From A Big, Weird NightWelcome back baseball fansTheme parks urged to protect guests from coaster screaming risksThanks for listening!
From Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's interview with Oprah, to crazy pastors to a pool full of beans, there's no shortage of vent-worthy and weird stories to talk about this week. Nick and Zenski talk you through it all!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Harry and Meghan detail royal struggles, from discussions of baby's skin tone to suicidal thoughtsAll the Performers & Presenters Set for 2021 GrammysMan sits in bean dip for 24 hours to promote California restaurantThanks for listening!
We're excited to bring you a new segment this week, but not before we talk about what was arguably the most interesting Golden Globe Awards in recent memory. We discuss that, headlines and more on the show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Biden now says US will have enough vaccine for every adult by the end of MayBruno Mars, Anderson .Paak Team Up for New Band Silk SonicContractors find message, whiskey bottle under floor of Scottish kitchenGolden Globes 2021: The highlightsThanks for listening!
Very important question for you guys this week as it pertains to Sesame Street. Is Big Bird still the main character of the program? We feel like other characters have become the face of the franchise. As grown men, this is obviously important for us to discuss. All that in addition to your headlines on the show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:LA County Sheriff says Tiger Woods was 'not drunk' during crash: 'Purely an accident'Daft Punk Break Up After 28 Years With Eight-Minute 'Epilogue' VideoSteve Gelbs’ interesting sunburnCustoms agents in Cincinnati seized 44 pounds of corn flakes covered in cocaine instead of sugarThanks for listening!
We know. We suck for skipping a show last week and we apologize! We're back and are excited to catch up on a few things. From NASA successfully landing the Perseverance rover on Mars to the Super Bowl streaker to Tim Tebow's retirement, we have a lot to talk about! Nick is also planning his honeymoon to Walt Disney World and our resident Disney expert Zenski is going to help him plan the best vacation. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Perseverance rover has successfully landed on Mars and sent back its first imagesIn Seconds, Atlantic City's Trump Plaza Hotel And Casino Is Reduced To RubbleNew York Mets outfielder Tim Tebow retiring from pro baseballLawyer tells judge 'I'm not a cat' after a Zoom filter mishap in virtual court hearingThanks for listening!
It's an unusual year for the Super Bowl, but that doesn't mean there's not a lot to talk about. For example, why do so many shows insist on ranking snacks? We'll do better by ranking halftime shows. Also, Tom Brady is playing in another championship game and that has some people disappointed. Never fear, Karski is here with a therapy session to help you relax. Who's your pick to win? Let us know in a comment on social media! FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Texas accidentally issues Amber Alert for cursed doll ChuckyApple and Hyundai-Kia pushing toward deal on Apple CarSpaceX flight gives St. Jude hospital a cosmic funding boostSuper Bowl 2021: CBS bringing Nickelodeon-style pregame show with 'Nick-ified' highlightsThanks for listening!
As the sports world starts to shift its focus to the 2021 MLB season, we bring back our buddy Matt McCarthy of Boston's 98.5 The Sports Hub! We discuss all things baseball including Hank Aaron, the Hall of Fame and suggested improvements to the game. We also bring back the Baseball Trivia Battle to see who knows the most about their favorite team. Less than three weeks until pitchers and catchers report to spring training! FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Everything you need to know about how a Reddit group blew up GameStop's stockFacebook apologizes for confusing landmark name with offensive termRock bears striking resemblance to Cookie Monster from 'Sesame Street'Longtime MLB home run king Hank Aaron dies at 86Follow Matt McCarthy on Twitter.Thanks for listening!
It was a big week for America! Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn in as President and Vice President of the United States. We talk about their inauguration ceremony, including some interesting performances. Also, how well does Zenski know football cadences and how long would you wait in line for a cookie?We cover all that and more on the show! Oh, and the Bills. Keep sending good vibes to Nick!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:The Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala HarrisJoe Biden’s Peloton Bike Could Pose a Security Risk of Hacking in the White HouseBernie Sanders And His Mittens Win The Inauguration Day Meme GameGideon’s Bakehouse Opens to an 11-Hour Wait at Disney Springs for Grand OpeningThanks for listening!
We have a lot to get to this week! There's more newly-discovered booze from decades ago, Nick screaming at his TV and our rankings of our top five Nickelodeon shows. Also, what's your experience been with car dealers? Zenski has some thoughts. All that and more on the show! Please continue to send love to Nick and the Buffalo Bills. He needs the love. And some help. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Garth Brooks & Joan Baez Among 2021 Kennedy Center HonoreesBeer cave from 1800s found under St. LouisWebsite seeks 'professional binge watcher' to watch Netflix, eat pizzaBills beat Colts 27-24 for 1st playoff win in 25 yearsBest of NFL on Nickelodeon Thanks for listening!
This week, we take you back to the year 1996, the last time the Buffalo Bills hosted a home playoff game. What were the big songs, TV shows and headlines? We talk about that as well as this week's headlines in this episode. Please send positive vibes to Nick and the Buffalo Bills for their playoff game!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Updates following the United State Capitol riot Grammy’s Postpone 2021 Ceremony Over Covid-19 ConcernsMassachusetts man's class ring returned to him after nearly 50 yearsPennsylvania Farm Show seeking butter sculptures for virtual contestThanks for listening!
Welcome To The Weekend and welcome to 2021! We have a packed show to kick off the new year, featuring headlines, Know Your Beats and the 2020 trivia game show hosted by EPSN Ithaca's own Cam Denmark. It's a fun one, so grab a bottle of leftover champagne and dive into the show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Man catches 52 nuts on head for Guinness World RecordNew York State residents find 100-year-old bootlegged stash in new homeKentucky man uses flamethrower to clear snow from driveway From To the Weekend, wishing you and your loved ones a healthy and happy 2021.Thanks for listening!
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! We can all use some extra cheer this season, so we're here to add to your festivities. What better way to do that than by having Karski and Zenski's moms join the show to talk about Christmas when the boys were growing up - their favorite toys, how they behaved - you know all the things moms remember. If you're a fan of Toy Story, we're sorry for what Karski's Mom shared. From To the Weekend, we hope you're healthy, safe and have a Merry Christmas! FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:FDA authorizes a second vaccineCustomer leaves $2,020.00 tip at Florida restaurantThousands of of pounds of cheese balls spill onto Maryland highwayRun for a Plan to support the hospitality industry A Couple Travelers Thanks for listening!
This week, Karski and Zenski discuss the snowstorm that came through the northeast and what they hate more than shoveling out from a couple feet of snow. Also, Karski takes you through his list of the worst Christmas toys you could get. We will have a show next week coming out on Christmas Day! You're not going to want to miss the To the Weekend Holiday Spectacular.FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:FDA plans to authorize Moderna's coronavirus vaccine quicklyRussia barred from competing at next 2 Olympic Games, World CupFor the right amount of money, you can help blow up Trump's former casinoThanks for listening!
Zenski has only seen "Elf" twice, so how well does he know quotes from the movie? Plus Nick explains why he's not crazy about Elon Musk's ambition to go to Mars. All that and more on this week's show!FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Lady Gaga and Oreo team up to 'spread musical messages of kindness' with limited-edition cookieJohn Mulaney Says He Was Investigated by Secret Service After ‘SNL’ JokeSpaceX's 1st crewed Mars mission could launch as early as 2024, Elon Musk saysThanks for listening!
There's a lot to cover in headlines this week - from The Weeknd playing the Super Bowl halftime show and getting snubbed for Grammy nominations, to the Rockefeller christmas tree owl, to Tim Tebow taking another swing at a baseball career. We also chat with our college friend and podcast king Ben Ratner about all things Conan O'Brien, who recently announced the cancellation of his late night show before starting a new HBO Max variety series. Zenski and Ben were both interns on Conan's show, so they share some of their favorite stories and segments from Conan's 28 years in television.FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:The Weeknd set to headline Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime ShowThe Weeknd accuses Grammys of being 'corrupt'2021 Grammy Nominations: See the Full ListRockefeller Center Christmas tree owl released back into the wildConan O’Brien May Be Leaving Late Night, but His Career Evolution Is as Timely as EverFan Correction: Fresno Didn't Slander Conan! - CONAN on TBSIntroducing The Jordan Schlansky Generator - CONAN on TBSJack McBrayer & Triumph Visit Chicago's Weiner's Circle - CONAN on TBSThanks for listening!
Pass the gravy, please. Join the boys this week as they have an early Thanksgiving dinner of ... country fried turkey? They also discuss their top five Thanksgiving dishes and answer the important question of is it too early for Christmas music?FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Miami Marlins hire Kim Ng as MLB's first female general managerSchool asks parents to stop throwing late students over closed gateThanks for listening!
It's a big baseball episode this week! Not just because the boys chat the latest MLB news, but they welcome their first guest on To the Weekend - Matt McCarthy! Matt is a college friend of Nick and Andy who now graces Bostonians with his broadcasting prowess on 98.5 The Sports Hub. With so much baseball knowledge and radio talent on the show, it seemed only right that we put Nick and Matt head-to-head in a Red Sox/Yankees trivia game. Who won? Listen to find out! FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:U.S. election brings Internet fame to Japanese mayor Jo BaidenMLB clears Justin Turner for World Series celebration after positive coronavirus testCohen's goal for Mets: Champs in 3-5 yearsThanks for listening!
On today’s episode, the guys get some help with election anxiety. If you’re more of a stress eater, Karski has some recommendations for Election Day snacks.FacebookInstagramYouTubeThanks for listening!
The guys celebrate Halloween with scary theme park sounds, pole dancing skeletons and a frightening guest. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Ohio man's "Ghostbusters" collection earns Guinness recordHOA orders removal of woman's strip club-inspired skeleton displayDodgers' Justin Turner disregarded coronavirus protocols Thanks for listening!
This week, Karski tries the Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut from Dunkin', the boys discuss the latest headlines and we see how much Zenski really knows about Disney.You don't want to miss next week's show, when the boys celebrate Halloween and recap Zenski's vacation.FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:The Sanderson Sisters are Back?NASA and Nokia are Cell-Servicing the MoonMLB owners reportedly approve the sale of the New York MetsThanks for listening!
The boys are back and are apparently already in the Halloween spirit. They dive into an important costume conversation with some very special guests. FacebookInstagramYouTubeShow Notes:Apple October eventDunkin' Spicy Ghost Pepper DonutPro Bowl is canceledThanks for listening!
There was no shortage of news this week and we talk about all the top stories. Plus, we discuss who really is the dominant boy band and what we do professionally when we're not recording this show. We round this episode with some trivia to see how qualified we actually are for our jobs - can Nick hit a home run with Yankees trivia and can Zenski accurately note the beats per minute (BPM) of a song? FacebookInstagramShow Notes:Ocean Spray give back to TikTok starAnniversary gift from son makes woman $1 millionThanks for listening!
Thank you for all the love you showed us around the launch of To the Weekend! This week, Karski and Zenski discuss Nick's uncanny prediction of last week's Buffalo Bills game, some insane Guinness World Records and even do a deep dive of ... the geography of New York? Also, at the end of the show, Nick talks about a problem he's had since March. He's ok, but he might need an intervention. FacebookInstagramShow Notes:Carrot art in LondonWorld record for most rubber ducks in a lineWorld record for number of toothpicks in a beardWorld record for largest human shamrock
Welcome to the debut episode of To the Weekend! This week, Nick Karski and Zenski give you some background on who they are and how they found their way to creating this show. They also dive into some recent Guinness World Record attempts, the new Rolling Stone 500 greatest albums of all time and traveling to Walt Disney World during a pandemic. And you will not want to miss Nick's EPIC rant about the Buffalo Bills. Thank you for listening! FacebookInstagramShow notes:World Record for line of rubber ducksGuinness: phone stopwatches too unreliable for world recordKraft dinner releasing limited edition pumpkin spice KDThe 500 Greatest Albums of All Time