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We discuss getting dumber vs. getting uglier, your streaming listening of 2025, and a few Christmas topics
7:00 HOUR: Who gets your game ball? Cookie Jar
12/5/25 - Victory Friday, The most encouraging thing from a Lions win, Cookie Jar, We hand out our game balls
“Could Led Zeppelin have kept going if they'd just found another drummer?” That's the provocative question at the heart of today's episode of The Ben and Skin Show, and the debate gets loud, funny, and surprisingly deep. Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray crack open Krystina's Cookie Jar for a nostalgic look back at the day Led Zeppelin called it quits—and what that decision says about the fragile chemistry of legendary bands.
“Would you change your band's name to save an elephant's life?”That's the bizarre question at the heart of today's Krystina's Cookie Jar on The Ben and Skin Show, featuring Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray.Here's what's inside this unforgettable segment:PETA's shocking plea: Asking Alice in Chains to become “Betty in Chains” for a month to raise awareness for an elephant who's spent 56 years in captivity.The heartbreaking backstory of Betty the elephant, why experts say she could fatally collapse without sanctuary care, and how this campaign aims to help.
7:00 HOUR: Week 14 Picks, Cookie Jar
“Could this be the last time you ever see Motley Crue live?”That's the question Ben Rogers, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray wrestle with in this laugh-out-loud episode of The Ben and Skin Show. The crew dives into the Carnival of Sins Tour announcement, debating whether seeing Motley Crue at Dos Equis Pavilion next September is a bucket-list must—or just an excuse for Ronnie to call in sick and pre-game like a legend.
7:00 HOUR: Which Lion needs to step up the most? A Thanksgiving Day Cookie Jar
8:00 HOUR: Cookie Jar runneth over, Infuriating sound from Jameson Williams and Tarik Skubal
11/21/25 - Week 13 Picks, Which Lion needs to step up the most? Cookie Jar, Turkey vs. Ham
We got plenty of reaction to this week's edition of the Cookie Jar
We talk about several Thanksgiving topics
“What happens when Korn rewrites Sugar Ray—or Deftones take on ‘Mad World'?”That question sets the tone for one of the most entertaining segments of The Ben and Skin Show, featuring Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray. In this episode, Krystina opens her legendary Cookie Jar and serves up music mashups that will blow your mind.
We discuss our favorite movies, Christmas lights, small athletes, and more!
11/14/25 - Week 12 Picks, Cookie Jar, Mike Tirico, J.B. Bickerstaff
7:00 HOUR: Cookie Jar, Mike Tirico
“Did you ever imagine Garth Brooks shredding a Kiss anthem at the Kennedy Center Honors?” That's the question Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive into in this hilarious and nostalgic episode of The Ben and Skin Show.The crew cracks open Christina's Cookie Jar to serve up a wild story: Kiss is being honored at the Kennedy Center on December 7th, and Garth Brooks is set to perform “Shout It Out Loud.” But why Garth? The gang explores his surprising Kiss connection, including his goth alter ego Chris Gaines, and debates whether he's the “Kiss of Country Music.”
Krystina's Cookie Jar delivers the ultimate proof that society might be losing its mind:Northern Lights in Texas?Starbucks Bearista Cup fights breaking out nationwide (and reselling for $600!)Apple's new “iPhone Pocket” purse priced at $230
“Was Paul McCartney secretly replaced by a lookalike after a fatal car crash?”On this episode of The Ben and Skin Show, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray crack open Christina's Cookie Jar to explore one of the most bizarre and enduring music conspiracies of all time: the infamous “Paul is Dead” rumor.
Join Castle Cage, Jonathan Martinez, and Joseph Bernal for DEAD TIME with Dead October Paranormal, your weekly deep dive into the world of the unexplained, where the chilling unknown meets dark humor.As one of Colorado's leading paranormal teams, we take you beyond the interview. The D.O.P. Crew brings the audience right into some of the most haunted locations on Earth, sharing firsthand accounts of their investigations, featuring gripping evidence, and exploring everything from classic ghost stories to UFO phenomena and government conspiracies. Who said you can't mix comedy with the paranormal? Tune in for a blend of terrifying tales, insightful discussions, and the kind of pop culture banter that makes the dark a little less lonely.Get ready for the highly anticipated new season of the Dead October Paranormal series, coming soon to Paraflixx Paranormal Plus!Lead investigator Castle Cage, the intuitive Jonathan Martinez, and tech specialist Joseph Bernal are back in the studio and back in the field, traveling to extreme haunted locations to confront whatever sinister entities may dwell there. This season promises their most harrowing encounters yet, pushing the boundaries of paranormal investigation and bringing you closer to the darkness than ever before.If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of self-harm, confidential help is available 24/7. You are not alone.988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:Call or Text: 988 (Available 24/7 in the US and Canada)Chat: 988lifeline.orgCrisis Text Line:Text HOME to 741741Veterans Crisis Line:Call: 988 and Press 1Text: 838255
11/7/25 - Week 11 Picks, Can the Lions get revenge on Sunday? Cookie Jar, What defines a successful Tigers offseason?
We talk about when Christmas season begins, Chex mix, and if it's okay to go on a red light if no one else is there
7:00 HOUR: Is revenge even possible this Sunday? Cookie Jar
Romans 13:13Ever heard of the cookie jar syndrome? It's when there is a set of beliefs very carefully in place but there isn't the behaviour to give it authenticity. Belief and behaviour always go hand-in-hand. And they go in that order.
10/31/25 - Week 10 Picks, Tarik Skubal contract negotiation update, Cookie Jar, High school football vs. Halloween
7:00 HOUR: Tarik Skubal latest, Cookie Jar
We talk about Halloween Friday, F/M/K holiday version, an unexpected pizza, and more!
"Can you pull off Freddie Mercury with just a tank top, fake teeth, and drawn-on chest hair?"If you're scrambling for a Halloween costume and want to avoid the dreaded “I forgot” panic, this episode of The Ben and Skin Show is your hilarious lifeline. Join Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina “Little Baby Cornbread” Ray as they dive into Christina's Cookie Jar for a rapid-fire game of “Guess That Music Icon Costume.”From Prince's ruffled shirt to Slash's top hat, the crew hilariously guesses iconic looks based on minimal clues—often with wildly off-base answers that make the game even better.
“What's Buggin' You” segment for Thursday 10-30-25
"What even is a Patronus—some kind of magical rubber?"That hilariously off-base question from Jeff “Skin” Wade sets the tone for a whimsical and laugh-filled journey into the heart of Hogwarts, as Krystina “K-Ray” Ray opens up her Cookie Jar to share her immersive visit to the brand-new Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Dallas.Joined by Ben Rogers, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Skin, the crew dives into the cultural phenomenon that is Harry Potter—from growing up with the books to navigating wand choices and Quidditch mini-games.
Chelsea's back in the hosting seat for this special Cookie Jar episode to catch up with producer Kristina Lopez on all things pop culture. Together, they unpack the chaos of Kevin Federline's “memoir,” dive into the cultural contradictions of “Love Is Blind: Denver,” and what it reveals about today's dating politics. Plus: a few fall favorites and Chelsea's behind-the-scenes updates from directing her first feature film. Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Show Notes: BASIC - Chelsea's Short Film Britney Spears Memoir Episode Britney & Lynne Spears Memoir Episode Lynne Spears Memoir Episode Jamie Lynn Memoir Episode Where to find our guest Kristina Lopez: Instagram *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We discuss Michigan vs. MSU, another F/M/K Halloween candy edition, and Lightning McQueen's insurance
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We discuss random Detroit sports athletes, how many chicken tenders should come in a basket, and another F/M/K Halloween candy edition
7:00 HOUR: Should New York get involved in the replay process? Cookie Jar
10/17/25 - Tarik Skubal and the Tigers are reportedly separated by $250-million, Week 8 Picks, Should New York help the video review process? Cookie Jar
"Could Ozzy Osbourne's final show actually be the beginning of something bigger?"In this high-energy episode Krystina's Cookie Jar, the gang dives into the latest music news, festival rumors, and some truly ridiculous impersonations.
7:00 HOUR: Fans still want to react to the Red Wings' home opener, Cookie Jar
10/11/25 - The Red Wings begin with a thud, Week 7 Picks, Cookie Jar, Does Scott Harris win if the Tigers win tonight?
We discuss what to cook in an air fryer, Tigers vs. Lions, an F/M/K candy edition, and more!
”"Is Meg White actually going to show up—or will someone else be the White Stripes?" That burning question sets the tone for a wildly entertaining edition of Krystina's Cookie Jar on The Ben and Skin Show, featuring Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray. With the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony just weeks away, the gang dives into the newly released list of presenters and performers—and things get speculative, hilarious, and downright chaotic. From Doja Cat possibly honoring Salt-N-Pepa to David Letterman's confirmed tribute to Warren Zevon, the team plays musical matchmaker, trying to connect the dots between legends and their modern-day counterparts.
In this music segment of The Ben and Skin Show, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive into the wild world of rock legends, unexpected regrets, and canceled dreams — all inside Krystina's Cookie Jar.Krystina cracks open Ozzy Osbourne's newly released memoir Last Rites, revealing jaw-dropping stories from the Prince of Darkness himself. From hosting AA meetings for Matthew Perry to the two opening acts he wished he hadn't invited on tour — Kiss and Van Halen — Ozzy's tales are as outrageous as they are revealing.
In this Cookie Jar episode, Producer Kristina Lopez and Fixing Famous People co-host Chris DeRosa break down the biggest pop culture stories from Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's shocking divorce to Bad Bunny's upcoming Super Bowl halftime show and Hilaria Baldwin's turn on “Dancing With the Stars.” Plus: Chelsea Devantez drops in to give her hot take on “Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul becoming the next “Bachelorette.” Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Kristina Lopez: Instagram Show Notes: Late-Night TV Isn't Dying—It's Being Strangled (Vanity Fair Pt. 1) Are Studio Screwups Choking Late-Night TV? (Vanity Fair Pt. 2) Charlie Sheen Memoir Episode (with Chris DeRosa) Wicked Pt. 1 Recap Episode Hilaria Baldwin Memoir Episode (with Chris DeRosa) Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban Separated (TMZ) Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce from Keith Urban (TMZ) Nicole Kidman Has Been 'Fighting to Save Her Marriage' to Keith Urban Before Separation: 'She Didn't Want This' (People) Keith Urban Getting 'His Own Place' Was a Turning Point in Nicole Kidman Split: 'Writing Was on the Wall' (People) Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl halftime performer is an obvious - and subversive - choice (CNN) Okja Film (Netflix) 20 Feet From Stardom Documentary(Netflix) A $6.2 billion deal looms over Jimmy Kimmel's suspension (Business Insider) Paramount Skydance Prepares Ellison-Backed Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Murdoch, Ellison and China: what we know about the US's TikTok deal (The Guardian) How Press-Shy Stars Are Finding Their Voice in Hollywood During the Podcast Era (Variety) Wicked: For Good Trailer The Girlfriend (Amazon Prime) Olivia Dean album “The Art of Loving” on Spotify Where to find our guest Chris DeRosa: Instagram Fixing Famous People Podcast *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We talk about which day starts the week, the best month of the year, one state to get rid of, and more!
7:00 HOUR: How do the Tigers match up with the Mariners? Cookie Jar
10/3/25 - Is all forgiven with the Tigers? Week 6 Picks, Cookie Jar, How do the Tigers match up against the Mariners?
"Can you recognize your favorite rock anthem when it's played on a xylophone like a baby's bedtime tune?"In this wildly entertaining episode of The Ben and Skin Show, the crew dives into one of the most delightfully absurd segments yet — Christina's Cookie Jar, featuring lullaby renditions of iconic rock songs. Hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray go head-to-head in a hilarious guessing game, trying to identify classic tracks transformed into soothing baby melodies by Rockabye Baby.
Knowledge Project: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Ed Stack built Dick's Sporting Goods from a struggling family store into an empire of more than 800 stores and billions in sales. Along the way he nearly lost everything. Multiple times. This episode is the story of what he did, how he did it, and the lessons you can learn. ----- Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (02:48) Part 1: A Cookie Jar and a Cage (20:56) Part 2: Battle for Control (37:09) Part 3: The Race to Survive (46:39) Part 4: The Devil's Bargain (1:03:27) Part 5: Epilogue (1:06:10) Reflections + Lessons ----- Upgrade: Get a hand edited transcripts and ad free experiences along with my thoughts and reflections at the end of every conversation. Learn more @ fs.blog/membership ----- Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at fs.blog/newsletter ----- Follow Shane Parrish X @ShaneAParrish Insta @farnamstreet LinkedIn Shane Parrish ----- This episode is for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ed Stack built Dick's Sporting Goods from a struggling family store into an empire of more than 800 stores and billions in sales. Along the way he nearly lost everything. Multiple times. This episode is the story of what he did, how he did it, and the lessons you can learn. ----- Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (02:48) Part 1: A Cookie Jar and a Cage (20:56) Part 2: Battle for Control (37:09) Part 3: The Race to Survive (46:39) Part 4: The Devil's Bargain (1:03:27) Part 5: Epilogue (1:06:10) Reflections + Lessons ----- Upgrade: Get a hand edited transcripts and ad free experiences along with my thoughts and reflections at the end of every conversation. Learn more @ fs.blog/membership ----- Newsletter: The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at fs.blog/newsletter ----- Follow Shane Parrish X @ShaneAParrish Insta @farnamstreet LinkedIn Shane Parrish ----- This episode is for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a Cookie Jar episode! Producer Kristina Lopez welcomes back Maria Randazzo (The List podcast) to unpack the pop culture highlights (and lowlights) in the cookie universe, including the surprise hit “KPop Demon Hunters,” the wild “And Just Like That” series finale, our picks for the upcoming Emmys, and a few bonus tidbits from the Parker Posey memoir. PLUS: Chelsea drops in with even more hot takes on “Love is Blink UK,” the Netflix documentary “Unknown Number,” and Elizabeth Gilbert's latest memoir revelations. A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including body image. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here. Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Follow Kristina: Instagram @kristinalopez Show Notes: Skip to the 50-ish minutes into the ep to hear from Chelsea Parker Posey Memoir Episode (with Maria Randazzo and Katie Rich) Griffin Dunne Memoir Episode (with Maria Randazzo) Tina Knowles Memoir Episode (with Maria Randazzo) Sony sold Netflix the rights to ‘KPop Demon Hunters' in a pandemic-era safety play—and now it's Netflix's biggest movie ever (Fortune) Cookie Favorite on AJLT: Sentimental in the City: RIP And Just Like That (Sentimental Garbage) Emmys 2025: List of Nominees Parker Posey's Red Carpet Cannes Look from “Irrational Man” “Unknown Number” (Netflix) The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie (Lauren Conrad) My Once-in-a-Million-Years Love Story (Elizabeth Gilbert for The Cut) Where to find our guest Maria Randazzo: Instagram @mariafreakin Listen to The List *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Thank you to our sponsors: Quince - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Everyplate - Get a special offer of only $1.99 a meal at everyplate.com/podcast and use code GLAMOROUS199 Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices