If you've ever wondered what two friends talk about when they're sitting around drinking -- you're soon going to wish you hadn't. Join us each week as we discover new beers, catch up on the news, and talk about what's going on in our world. Sometimes we even think we're funny.
No Happy Hour #23 due to technical difficulties, so we'll skip right to the Real Deal...social media -- our firsts and our thoughts on using social media now. Branden: Confluence Brewing Co. Light & Squeezy Lemon Raspberry Radler Jimmy: Metazoa Brewing Co. Puppy Slumber Party Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden discuss living with other people, living alone, and odd experiences all along the way. Jimmy & Branden Drank a special series of beers from Iowa, including: Big Grove Brewery - Que Sera SingleSpeed Brewing - Tricycle Cream Ale Peace Tree Brewing - Blonde Fatale Ale Note: Peace Tree Brewing Blonde Fatale holds the recognition of being the worst beer we've tasted to date. Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Getting back into the swing of things. We're posting an episode that's been sitting in the vault for a while. News stories that are discussed may be outdated and/or new aspects have since been revealed. Sit back and try to enjoy Branden and Jimmy drinking and rambling. - Jimmy gets A/C again - Our sisters had a birthday - Police find missing persons in Lexington and Indy - Record violence in Indianapolis - Sha'Carri Richardson gets banned from the Olympics and her past is uncovered - Dating shows and Sexy Beasts hits Netflix Keep listening to The Real Deal #22 when Branden and Jimmy will talk more about roommates and living with people (kind of). Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
We're still here! On this episode, Branden and Jimmy talk about sports, their histories playing sports, as well as their respective experiences with competitiveness. Jimmy & Branden drank: Lion Bridge Brewing Company - Yard Sale Iowa Brewing Co. - Zoinks! Exile Brewing Company - Dankalope IPA Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Branden and Jimmy back at it again with the Happy Hour. As per usual, they drink and talk about stuff, including: - Public places to poop - Some of Jimmy's top laughs - "Do what makes for a better story." - Josh Sneed - Lady lost in the woods with bears - Indiana earthquake - Kentucky Juneteenth support - Trump campaign supporters get bamboozled - Euro 2020 - Grzegorz Brzęczyszczykiewicz - Is Batman a cunning linguist? Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
We had too much random stuff to talk about in Happy Hour 20, so we're continuing the conversation into the Real Deal. Get ready for a hodgepodge of topics, including: - Jimmy's broken bathroom - Pasqually's Pizza - Hot Cheetos - Don't be a pedo - Brood X emerges - How tides work Branden: West Sixth Brewing Pink Lemonade Jimmy: Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale Content Advisory: alcohol, explicit language, sexual abuse --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden are back after a two-week hiatus. This week, we catch up on what y'all missed and what's going on now, including: - People visiting Branden in Lexington - Visits to Bluegrass Distillers, James E. Pepper Distilling Co., and Barrell House Distilling Co. - Going out in downtown Lexington - Jimmy becomes a sculptor - Indy industrial accidents - Spelling Bees - Overcoming awkward social situations Keep listening later this week as we continue this Happy Hour in Real Deal #20. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Here it is! The Distillery District Special! At some point in late 2020, Branden and Jimmy had the idea of going out to the Distillery District in Lexington, KY, then come home and record themselves describing what they drank. However, they didn't take into consideration the amount of alcohol they had consumed or the effect it would have on them. The following is the result...enjoy. Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Branden and Jimmy are temporarily changing up the show. We are taking a break from recording for a bit. So this week is going to be a clip from a previously unreleased recording where we go on about recurring dreams we've had. After that, we'll post some other classic episodes from the archive until we get back to recording. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
This week, Branden and Jimmy share their experiences dealing with anxiety. Branden: Country Boy Brewing Nacho Bait Habanero Blonde Ale Jimmy: State of Brewing Dry-Hopped Sour How did we end up on this topic? Listen to Happy Hour #18 to find out. Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden are back at it again -- drinking and talking about stuff going on. This week, topics include: - Jimmy willing buckets into existence - Lexington gives away beer for COVID vaccines - Alcohol is bad for you - Could you fight 6 birds at once? - Befriending crows - Ligers and Tigons - Indy 500 drivers getting penalized after their photoshoot causes a crash - Celebrity alcohol - The Cicadas are coming Listen to Jimmy and Branden struggle to talk about their anxiety and stuff in Real Deal #18 later this week. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
More conspiracies or the paranormal? Jimmy and Branden have a few drinks and give their take on aliens, ghosts, multiple universes, bigfoot, and more on this week's Real Deal. Branden: Rheingeist Sunspun Shandy Jimmy: Quaff ON! Common Necessity Hazelnut Coffee Stout How did we get to this topic? Thanks to Demi Lovato and plenty of drinks during Happy Hour #17. Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol, spoopiness --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Note: We mention Demi Lovato and their new project on Peacock. This episode was recorded before Demi announced that their preferred pronouns are they/them. After a long week and weekend, Branden and Jimmy got together and drank while talking about the news and stuff. They kind of talked about these things: - Naismith Hall of Fame inductees including Tamika Catchings - Medina Spirit fails its drug test - Branden's Lexington staycation - Is Leonardo DiCaprio now unrecognizable? - Seth Rogan dumps James Franco - Demi Lovato 'Unidentified' Peacock - Russians hack an American oil pipeline - Ellen quits 'Ellen' Listen later this week as we discuss our take on paranormal things including ghosts, aliens, and cryptozoology. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
After Branden and Jimmy forgot they start the Real Deal talking about their beers, the two discuss their experiences with having siblings. Mostly just sharing anecdotes about their respective sisters. Branden: Ethereal Brewing Throwback Pilsner Jimmy: Upland Brewing Co. Patio Cat Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
It's a Branden and Jimmy Happy Hour. We're drinking and talking about stuff that happened this week, including: - Car accidents - Lexington bans conversion therapy - Walking tours of historically Black neighborhoods in Indianapolis - The Olympics bans BLM - Ohio Valley Wrestling comes to Kentucky TV - Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather - Bill & Melinda Gates get divorced - Return of The Noid Listen to The Real Deal #16 to hear Branden and Jimmy discuss their sisters. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
This special brunch recording leads Branden and Jimmy to talk about friendship. Being friends, having friends, meeting up with old friends... Branden: Brooklyn Brewery Bel Air Sour Jimmy: Leinenkugel Summer Shandy How did we get here? Listen to Happy Hour #15 to find out. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Our first "brunch episode" is an interesting one as we drink, try to wake up, and talk about some recent topics, including: - Animals run wild in Lexington - Indianapolis is ablaze - Made-up medical facts about honey - Levar Burton as the new spokesman for Aviation Gin - The NFL draft - The Kentucky Derby - Andrew Yang has ideas - How Topher Grace ruined our day - Why we got our nicknames Listen to the Real Deal #15 where we'll talk about making and keeping friends. Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
In this classic episode from the summer of 2020, Jimmy and Branden discuss some of their fears, anxiety, and getting through it all. There's also some decent conversation about Moose Cholak and Jerry O'Connell. Branden: Deschutes Brewery Fresh Squeezed IPA Jimmy: Bud Light Lemonade Content Advisory: alcohol, explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
This week's Happy Hour is formatted a little different due to some travel, but Jimmy and Branden are still drinking and talking about recent news and things, including: - Buffalos on the lose! - The Indianapolis 500 opening up to spectators - How I Met Your Father - Taco Bell using plastic as a meat alternative - Jeopardy guest host updates - Chauvin trial verdict - The perfect PB&J - Jimmy becoming a LaCroix Boi Join us later for Real Deal #14, a throwback episode where we talk about fears. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
After an extended conversation about bad beer, Jimmy and Branden discuss a little about their camping history and some of their joint camping adventures. Branden: Country Boy Brewing Keeneland Spring Lager Jimmy: Sun King Brewery Orange Vanilla Sunlight Cream Ale Listen to Happy Hour #13 to find out how we landed on this topic. Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Please Note: This episode was recorded during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Any statements that were made at the time of recording may not necessarily reflect our current opinions of the situation. Please stay safe and healthy! This week during Happy Hour, Jimmy and Branden talk about some stories from the past and some recent news, including: - Water Beds - Sex on a sleeper sofa - Bad things in Indianapolis - University of Kentucky accidentally sending out acceptance letters to students - Matsuyama wins the Masters - Changing the rules of baseball - Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine oopsie - Human-Monkey hybrid embryos - Jeopardy guest host reviews Listen to the Real Deal #13 to hear us talk about our camping adventures. Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden discuss some of their favorite conspiracy theories including: birds, UFOs, and flat earth. Branden: Rhinegeist Brewery Swizzle Jimmy: Sun King Brewing Pachanga How did we land on conspiracies? Listen to Happy Hour #12 to find out. Content Advisory: alcohol, explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Join our weekly happy hour with Branden and Jimmy as we discuss the week's highlights including: - Saving ducks and dogs - Indiana rescinds their mask mandate - Texas sports are at 100% attendee capacity - Canadian football and curling - Matt Gaetz galivanting with sex traffickers - Heinz ketchup shortage - Deaths of Prince Phillip and DMX - Elon Musk, Neuralink and beyond Our conversation on conspiracy theories continues on the Real Deal #12. Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Branden and Jimmy try to talk about Health and Wellness...it's really more about working out and focusing on the small things that we can control. Branden: Falls City Beer Sun Streak I.P.A (Our most okayist review to date) Jimmy: Fountain Square Brew Co. Workingman's Pilsner Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Note: Branden had some troubles while doing new audio testing...we apologize for the sound quality. Jimmy and Branden try to figure out a topic for this week's Real Deal while drinking and discussing some of the following events: - Kevin Durant and comedian Michael Rapaport's dm exchange - The MLB pulling the All-Star game out of Atlanta - The April 2 attack at the US Capitol - COVID-19 vaccines opening up to the general public in our states - April Fool's Day posts - Lil Nas X's 'Satan Shoes' and getting sued by Nike - Getting back into the gym - Derek Chauvin murder trial - Chocolate preferences Join us on Real Deal #11 as we talk more about working out, wellness and stuff. Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content, violence --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Part 2 of Jimmy and Branden's conversation about their job histories. Listen to Part 1 of 'Jobs' here. Branden: Braxton Bewring Co. Garage Beer Jimmy: Colt 45 Malt Liquor Shout out to Huracan Botanicals Soap! Learn more about at the Huracan Botanicals Etsy page. Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
The news this week was awful, but Jimmy and Branden are going to cover it anyway. Topics include: - Deshaun Watson's sexual misconduct allegations and the NFL's response - Sesame Street introduces a Black muppet family - Are models getting paid to seduce Novak Djokovic? - To deodorize or not to deodorize? - Flavored Munchkins - Did Jimmy get his Ding Dong squished as a child? Join us later this week as we conclude Part 2 of our "Jobs" discussion from March 26, 2021. Content Advisory: Explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden talk about jobs they've had in the past. Bad jobs, good jobs, and what their ideal careers may look like. This is part 1 of a 2-part topic (mostly because Branden rambles). Branden: Dogfish Head SeaQunch Ale Jimmy: Bier Brewery Redrum Irish Red Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
There's a lot going on right now, so why not join Jimmy and Branden as they start drinking and discussing last week's news, including: - March Madness (and Jimmy's prop bets) - Andy Dalton Bears down - XFL/CFL merger - Racist sports announcers - #StopAsianHate - More about our decrepit social systems - Sperm banks on the moon - Why China hates us Stay tuned for the Real Deal #9 as we keep drinking and talk about our job history and "crappy" jobs we've had. Content Advisory: Explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Branden and Jimmy talk about minimalism and actually record it this time. Later on, Jimmy gets heated talking about a classic novel. Branden: Rhinegeist Truth IPA Jimmy: 18th Street Brewery Sex and Candy Content Advisory: Explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Let's start drinking. This week Jimmy and Branden cover a range of topics before getting to the Real Deal, including: - Dziadzia (jaja) vs. The Train - Becoming a gymnastics expert - Watching curling at a biker bar - Desexualizing potatoes and rabbits - Are royals racist? (hint: probably) - Happy birthday Chuck Norris, I guess - Matthew McConaughey is probably maybe kinda not thinking about running for Texas Governor - Taco Bell brings back potatoes Join us on the Real Deal #8 as we discuss minimalism and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden start by talking about codeswitching and then get into crazy things we've seen happen in our day-to-day life. Branden: Against the Grain A Beer Super American Premium Lager Jimmy: Triton Brewing Co. Peanut Butter Milk Stout Content Advisory: Explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden begin drinking a start talking about what's going on in the world...eventually. This week, we cover: - Uncle Moe - Catholic art critiques - Sexual awakenings due to 90s TV shows - The Pope goes to Iraq - Why you should probably avoid Texas for a while - WWE personalities running for office - Branden's Tik Tok alorgorithms - and why Twitter is getting even worse Keep listening to Real Deal #7 as we talk about some of the weirdest things we've seen happen in public. Content Advisory: explicit language, graphic language (injury) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
This week, Branden, Jimmy, and Dr. Chloe discuss education and their experiences with the education system. Branden: Lexington Brewing Co. Mammoth White Ale Jimmy: Indiana City Brewing Co. Bramble Fruit Fruited Berliner Weisse Dr. Chloe: Lexington Brewing Co. Kentucky Maple Barrel Stout Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Branden and Jimmy are joined by special guest, Dr. Professor Mrs. Chloe Math Urbanski Wawrzinak (Branden's wife). Join us this week as she tolerates us, and we share our thoughts on several topics and news stories, including: - One of Jimmy's dog helping adventures - Lady Gaga's dognapping - University of Michigan's library spiders - Young Branden's years as an outlaw and a "hacker" - College students trying, and failing, to change their grades - Shameless and lazy attempts at getting sponsors - Making our own costumes - Hasbro taking the gender roles out of potatoes - A California School Board trashing parents live, on accident Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Note: This episode was originally recorded during the summer of 2020. We're releasing it here due to audio issues after recording Happy Hour #5. The poor sound quality is an issue we have since fixed. Branden takes a tumble...then we discuss our first cars, car accidents, and a race to retrieve black slacks. Branden: Social Club Seltzer Old Fashioned Jimmy: DuClaw Brewing Co. Sour Me Unicorn Farts Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden start drinking and talking about what's going on in the world, including: - What Jimmy knows about hollandaise sauce, show tunes, and chili con carne - The best vacation spots in Cancun, according to Ted Cruz - Gun rights - Why Jimmy's going to hell because of a bad chicken sandwich - The Minor League Baseball shuffle, and more! Listen to The Real Deal #5 (a throwback episode from our Summer 2020 vault) as we talk about our first cars and more. (Note: We did encounter some audio issues during the recording of this episode. We're working on addressing these problems, so they do not happen again. Thanks for sticking through it and still listening!) Content Advisory: explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Jimmy and Branden talk about foods they don't like, plant-based alternatives, and sauce. Branden: West Sixth Brewing Pay It Forward Cocoa Porter Jimmy: Indiana City Brewing Co. Shadow Boxer Oatmeal Stout Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Did Jimmy's co-worker meet an angel? Find out as we start drinking and discussing what's going on in the world during this week's Happy Hour. Join us and you'll also hear our thoughts on: - Trump's second impeachment trial - Pepsico finally says goodbye to Aunt Jemima - The Gorilla Glue Girl - Who is Armie Hammer? - Why Branden doesn't know how many cups are in a quart - Meeting ex-Governor of Indiana, Mitch Daniels - Veganism...just the tip Listen to The Real Deal #4 as we talk more about veganism, eating plant-based, and food, in general. Content Advisory: explicit language, sexual content --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
This week Jimmy and Branden get drunk and ramble on about their dogs Molly and Jack, past dogs, as well as lost and found pets in our area. Branden: Country Boy Brewing Halfway Home American Pale Ale Jimmy: Fountain Square Beer Co. Preacher's Daughter Amber Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Join us during our weekly Happy Hour as we discuss pooping problems, problematic politics, and pets. - What would you poop your pants for? - Why can't Branden poop in his house? - Marjorie Taylor Greene sucks - What's wrong with our political system? - The origins of Turtle Pie - Our Super Bowl "reactions" - Jeff Bezos steps down but stays in charge - RIP Screech - Branden's dog, Jack, is super cute...we have dogs. Listen to The Real Deal #3 for the continuation of this discussion... how got our dogs and more. Content Advisory: Explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Join us as we (drunkenly) discuss personal finances, stonks, budgeting, minimalism, and more. From growing up with very little money, to over-indulging when we got our first jobs and nearing financial freedom as we mature. Branden: West Sixth Brewing Pack Away Vienna Lager Jimmy: Quaff ON! Peanut Butter Busted Knuckle Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Please Note: This episode was recorded during the evolving COVID-19 global pandemic. Any statements that were made at the time of recording may not necessarily reflect our current opinions of the situation. Please stay safe and healthy! Join us during our weekly Happy Hour as we discuss impactful moments in our childhood as well as what's going on in the world, including: - That one time a young Jimmy was in a riot at Notre Dame - Was Branden possessed by a piano-playing spirit as a child? - Drunk recall and Jimmy's Polish lesson - Remembering Kobe Bryant and 'Macho Man' Randy Savage - Protests throughout Poland, Russia, and the rest of Europe - Can we tell your political affiliation from your dating profile? - What's in a Subway tuna salad sandwich? Hint: Not bread or tuna! - Debunking the classic 2003 film 'Finding Nemo' - Drunkenly explaining the GameStop debacle and 'shorting stocks' (badly) Listen to The Real Deal #2 for the continuation of this discussion...and an in-depth talk about finances and stuff? Content Advisory: Explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
In our first Real Deal episode, Jimmy and Branden briefly discuss drinking in college (nostalgia, anti-nostalgia, stupid decisions) and what it taught us. What're we drinking? Branden: Middle Sister California Moscato Jimmy: Stone Brewing Xocoveza Content Advisory: explicit language, alcohol --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
Please Note: This episode was recorded in early 2020 before much was known about the global COVID-19 pandemic. Any statements that were made at the time of recording may not necessarily reflect our current opinions of the situation. Please stay safe and healthy! Join us for our (poorly recorded) inaugural Happy Hour episode. We start drinking and discuss daily life along with the following: - Rocketbook notebooks - The status of the XFL - Drinking, hangovers, and getting older - How little we know about track and field events - NASCAR's ban on the Confederate flag - The career of NASCAR driver Borris Said - Famous people from South Bend, IN - Spoiling Ex Machina - Embracing our inner nerd (while not caring about Star Wars) - Our serial killer stripper names - College drinking (and bottle service?) Listen to The Real Deal #1 for the continuation of this discussion. We promise future episode content and quality will get better. Content Advisory: Explicit language --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
What's wasted information all about? Not a whole lot. Join Jimmy and Branden as they sit around drinking while talking about life and their beer. Follow Wasted Information Podcast on Instagram @wastedinfo or email us at wastedinfopod@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wastedinformation/message
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