Topic: Michael Butler

7 chapters across the catalog

Hypogonadism
Episode 1013 2:20:30 - 2:25:09

1013: Hypogonadism

Michael Butler, NRA Membership and Retailer Virtue Signaling

Michael Butler of the Rock and Roll Geek Show provides feedback on his NRA membership, noting a lack of actual benefits like hotel discounts. The hosts discuss retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods and Walmart stopping the sale of AR-15s, which they describe as "virtue signaling" since some of these stores had already discontinued those products years prior.

Come Together
Episode 786 2:23 - 4:54

786: Come Together

Lemmy Kilmister Death, Social Media Mourning Etiquette

The death of Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister prompts a discussion on the phenomenon of people posting "selfies" with deceased celebrities. The behavior is characterized as an ego-driven attempt to show a personal connection to the dead rather than a sincere tribute.

Cricket Flour
Episode 725 1:10:17 - 1:13:36

725: Cricket Flour

Michael Butler and French Butchery Techniques

Michael Butler, a friend of the show, has taken up amateur butchery in Marin County after being inspired by Michael Pollan's writing. He is learning to process whole animals, such as pigs, and is exploring "French cuts" of meat, which differ significantly from standard American butchery styles found in modern grocery stores.

Q-Burn
Episode 654 5:45 - 9:55

654: Q-Burn

Podshow 10-Year Reunion, Dogpatch Saloon San Francisco

Adam Curry recounts his disappointment with the Podshow 10-year reunion held at the Dogpatch Saloon in San Francisco. While he enjoyed seeing former colleagues like Michael Butler and Chris Beshears, he notes that many people did not attend due to a lack of Facebook presence. The hosts reflect on their inability to have a normal dinner conversation without saving "content" for the podcast.

The Tolerance Podcast
Episode 551 1:03:03 - 1:08:09

551: The Tolerance Podcast

Executive Producer Credits and Make It Rain Anecdote

The hosts thank executive producers, including Sir Dwayne Melanson, who sent a donation of $399.96 in small bills. This prompts an anecdote about the origin of the phrase "make it rain," which a host first witnessed at a San Francisco club with Michael Butler. The discussion explores the vernacular of strip clubs and the creative ways producers send value-for-value donations.

Trains To FEMA
Episode 202 5:37 - 8:40

202: Trains To FEMA

Executive Producer Credits and Weezer Correction

The hosts acknowledge financial support from John Catalano and AJ Reistad, naming them executive producers for the episode. Adam Curry issues a formal correction regarding Patrick Wilson of the band Weezer, clarifying that Wilson is a founding member and vice president rather than a touring member. The error is attributed to a "bad steer" from Michael Butler.