The Josh and Friends Podcast

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Broadcasting since the boombox days.The Josh & Friends Podcast is the heart of this channel — a monthly deep dive into music, memories, and the people who shaped my life. From award-winning college journalism and Seattle radio (KISW, KZOK, KBSG) to Studio 12A in Phoenix, I’ve spent decades behind the mic documenting the soundtrack of our lives.Along the way, this channel has grown into a living archive — featuring curated music playlists (including viral favorites with millions of views), conversations with radio personalities and lifelong friends, firsthand stories from Woodstock to Vietnam, game day traditions, nostalgia travel features, and the everyday moments that turn into lifelong memories.Because everyone has a story — and every era has a soundtrack.And as always… thank you for being a friend.

  1. Hawk Rings, Desert Drinks & The Big 5-0 (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    6D AGO

    Hawk Rings, Desert Drinks & The Big 5-0 (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    Episode 155: Andy returns this week as we break down the Seahawks' second Super Bowl title and what it means for the franchise. We recap our Phoenix Open experience in Scottsdale, I officially join the big 5-0 Club, and we dive into new music news — from Van Halen searching for a new singer to upcoming releases from the Foo Fighters and the legendary William Shatner.  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:24 - Andy Gator 2:27 - The Phoenix Open 8:35 - Birthday Milestone 11:07 - Super Bowl Champions 19:37 - Seahawks Up For Sale 22:00 - The Halftime Shows 24:25 - William Shatner / Pat Boone 27:45 - New Van Halen Music 32:03 - Foo Fighters / U2 / Sugar Ray 38:29 - Reese's Recipe Debate 42:46 - CWU Trivia / Cake 45:38 - Outro / Close 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ -------------------------------- 🎥 GRAPHICS by Abstract Retro Sci-Fi Neon Free Video ⇢ https://www.vecteezy.com/video/1808032-abstract-retro-sci-fi-neo ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    47 min

  2. JAN 15

    Life in The 80s, Purple Shirt Jobs & Puking in Bars (Feat. Ethan McD)

    Episode 154: What was everyday life REALLY like in the 1980s? In this episode, we break down the things that would completely shock the younger generation of today — from corporal punishment in school, to hunting down phone booths, to blindly buying albums and hoping they didn’t suck. We also pull out classic long-box CD packaging, share hilarious stories, and relive the chaos, freedom, and weirdness that made the 80s unforgettable. If you grew up in the 80s and 90s, this episode will hit you with pure nostalgia. If you didn’t — consider this your history lesson. 👇 Drop a comment if you remember any of these! 0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:35 - AZ Weather / Life in The 80s List 3:23 - Corporal Punishment in Schools 10:21 - Attending Movie Theaters 13:46 - Using Pay Phones 16:38 - Watching Television 21:37 - Buying Music 31:05 - Purple Shirt Jobs / Drive-Ins 34:57 - Long Box CD Cases 41:09 - Air Travel / NBA Flight 46:29 - The Tav & The Pub 51:29 - Hawks & Other NFL Teams 59:35 - Explicit Lyrics in Music 1:05:08 - Upcoming Music Shows 1:07:50 - Subscribe / Outro 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ -------------------------------- 🎥 GRAPHICS by Abstract Retro Sci-Fi Neon Free Video ⇢ https://www.vecteezy.com/video/1808032-abstract-retro-sci-fi-neo ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    1h 9m
  3. 2025 Year in Review: News Events, Celebrity Deaths, Sports Moments, Slang Words, Predictions & More!

    12/28/2025

    2025 Year in Review: News Events, Celebrity Deaths, Sports Moments, Slang Words, Predictions & More!

    Episode 153: Welcome to the 2025 Year in Review! Join us for discussions on everything from this year's craziest news events, the worst celebrity deaths, the best sports stories, the top slang words, our predictions for 2026, and much much more!  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:31 - 2024 Prediction Results 7:26 - Biggest Accomplishments 11:31 - Best Reunions 13:48 - Biggest Purchases 17:05 - Notable Travel Destinations 20:14 - Fashion Trends / Sex Symbol 24:09 - Biggest Viral Sensation 25:28 - Top News Stories 34:31 - Best & Worst of Trump 40:32 - The Seattle Mariners 50:29 - Sophie Cunningham 53:24 - End of an Era for Seattle 59:14 - Movies & Television 1:03:12 - Notable Documentaries 1:05:01 - Worst Deaths / Best Deaths 1:18:50 - Music & AI Technology 1:26:37 - Top Slang Words for 2025 (Feat. Zoe) 1:41:21 - 2026 Predictions 1:49:39 - Goals For 2026 1:54:35 - Lee's Final Thoughts / Zoe Close 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    1h 56m
  4. Gremlins, Sammy vs. Dave & The 100 Best Comedy Movies of All-Time (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    12/19/2025

    Gremlins, Sammy vs. Dave & The 100 Best Comedy Movies of All-Time (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    Episode 152: This week Andy Matlock returns to discuss a number of topics including a look back at Gremlins & Blue Thunder, rebooting popular 80s TV shows, the Whitney Houston Challenge, the great Van Halen debate of Sammy vs. Dave, and a breakdown of the 100 Best Comedy Movies of all-time. 0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:15 - IPA Drink / Weather 3:30 - Andy's Christmas Gift 5:12 - Gremlins (1984) 10:33 - Blue Thunder (1983) 14:58 - 80s Shows That Deserve Reboots 27:57 - 100 Best Comedy Movies of All-Time 37:28 - The Bourlocks Band 40:21 - Van Halen Debate: Sammy vs. Dave 47:20 - Whitney Houston Challenge 51:18 - TikTok Debate: Nicks vs. McCartney 52:45 - New Years Resolutions 54:55 - Kicking In Doors 59:45 - Outro / Close 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ -------------------------------- 🎥 GRAPHICS by Abstract Retro Sci-Fi Neon Free Video ⇢ https://www.vecteezy.com/video/1808032-abstract-retro-sci-fi-neo ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    1 hr
  5. Taco Debates, Binge Drinking & Deceptive Rock Tours (Feat. Erik Tapia)

    11/26/2025

    Taco Debates, Binge Drinking & Deceptive Rock Tours (Feat. Erik Tapia)

    This week Erik Tapia returns to discuss a number of different topics including the benefits of binge drinking, deceptive rock tours, an amazing McDonald's milestone, and we discover the proper way to eat a taco.  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:25 - Weather / Erik Drink 2:53 - New House / Pool / HOA 6:59 - WWE / Binge Drinking 13:31 - Guys Night Out 16:36 - McDonalds Burger Record 23:45 - How To Eat a Taco 29:28 - Mötley Crüe Tour 33:21 - Lynyrd Skynyrd & Foreigner 41:06 - Rock Is Dead 42:54 - Wrap Up / Outro 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    46 min
  6. Anchorman, Garlic Armpits, & Layne Staley's Top 3 Tunes (Feat. Lee Olson)

    11/15/2025

    Anchorman, Garlic Armpits, & Layne Staley's Top 3 Tunes (Feat. Lee Olson)

    Episode 150: This week Lee Olson returns for discussions on the trailer for the latest Michael Jackson biopic, the keys to longevity, which foods are most attractive to the opposite sex when sweat out of the body, and we select our top 3 favorite songs by 90s frontman Layne Staley.  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels)  1:51 - Tito's & Margarita Drinks 9:09 - Halloween Costumes 18:37 - Podcasting & 150th Episode 23:43 - Future of Show & Archiving Video 26:52 - Diet & Body Odor 32:10 - Key To Longevity 38:00 - Rap Music & The Hot 100 44:26 - Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer 49:41 - Layne Staley Book 56:25 - Josh's Top Layne Staley Tunes 1:00:24 - Lee's Top Layne Staley Tunes 1:10:03 - Experiencing The Seattle Music Scene 1:11:28 - Outro/Close 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    1h 13m
  7. Strange Concerts, Rock Reunions & The Worst Songs of the 80s (Feat. John Rajcich)

    10/24/2025

    Strange Concerts, Rock Reunions & The Worst Songs of the 80s (Feat. John Rajcich)

    Episode 149: This week the show welcomes John Rajcich back to the program. And we'll be discussing a number of different topics including: Taylor Swift is getting dragged by critics for her latest album, Paul McCartney is reunited with some long lost Beatle recordings, we'll dissect a reader's poll of the Worst Songs of the 80s, and we both reminisce about the strangest concerts we've ever attended.  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:31 - Weather / K-Pop Concert 7:16 - Strange Concert Experiences 12:14 - Taylor Swift Album Review 17:13 - Ripoff Songs / Wood Lyrics 20:48 - Music Industry & AI Music 25:39 - Greatest Songs of the 21st Century 30:40 - The 10 Worst Songs of the 80s 44:59 - Josh's Bad 80s Songs 47:19 - John's Bad 80s Songs 51:35 - Bad Runner-Ups 57:17 - McCartney Reunites with Old Tapes 1:03:48 - Ace Frehley of KISS 1:07:16 - John's Upcoming Concert 1:09:39 - Outro / Close 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    1h 11m
  8. Elderly Rock Singers, The Arizona Penis Man & Cal The MVP (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    10/03/2025

    Elderly Rock Singers, The Arizona Penis Man & Cal The MVP (Feat. Andy Matlock)

    Episode 148: This week the show welcomes back Andy Jim Matlock. And we'll be discussing a number of different topics including: The porn ban finally hits Arizona, our plane heading to Wisconsin gets held up by Charlie Kirk, the infamous "Penis Man" has finally been captured, and we'll discuss some old rock stars on tour that maybe need to think about hanging it up for retirement.  0:00 - Cold Open / Intro (Lee Michaels) 1:12 - Monster Drink / Seahawks Game 4:54 - Cal Raleigh / The Top Cal's 9:26 - Dub Hanson / Charlie Kirk 14:21 - Michelob Ultra / Drinking Stats 18:06 - AZ Porn Ban 20:43 - The Penis Man  24:54 - Old Singers 40:13 - NIN / Supertramp / Lil Jon 41:33 - Harder Songs / Vocal Styles 44:41 - Stadium Tours / Talk Singers  46:05 - Go Hawks, Mariners & Trojans / Outro 🎵 MUSIC USED ► Theme Song: Corbyn Kites - "Overdrive" -------------------------------- ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast -------------------------------- ► APPLE iTUNES: https://rb.gy/b3bfht ► SPOTIFY: https://rb.gy/jwhynd ► STITCHER: https://rb.gy/su0smc ► iHEART RADIO: https://rb.gy/uwfhih ► TUNEIN: https://rb.gy/2p9o9f ► PODCHASER: https://rb.gy/1r6im8 ► DEEZER: https://rb.gy/tbfjyw ► LISTEN NOTES: https://rb.gy/o1fjj6 -------------------------------- ★ FACEBOOK ⇢ https://www.facebook.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast/ ★ INSTAGRAM ⇢ https://www.instagram.com/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast ★ TIKTOK ⇢ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdpLP5mT/ ☑️ SUBSCRIBE HERE ⇢ https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJoshandFriendsPodcast

    47 min
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Broadcasting since the boombox days.The Josh & Friends Podcast is the heart of this channel — a monthly deep dive into music, memories, and the people who shaped my life. From award-winning college journalism and Seattle radio (KISW, KZOK, KBSG) to Studio 12A in Phoenix, I’ve spent decades behind the mic documenting the soundtrack of our lives.Along the way, this channel has grown into a living archive — featuring curated music playlists (including viral favorites with millions of views), conversations with radio personalities and lifelong friends, firsthand stories from Woodstock to Vietnam, game day traditions, nostalgia travel features, and the everyday moments that turn into lifelong memories.Because everyone has a story — and every era has a soundtrack.And as always… thank you for being a friend.

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  • Creator
    Josh
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Josh and Friends Podcast
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