Mixed Nuts Nation

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Welcome to Mixed Nuts Nation . A lighthearted conversation about the times we’re all experiencing from 2 of the biggest nuts in the bowl. Actor Phil Hersh and podcast extraordinaire Richard Marks invite you to pour a drink and grab yourself a handful of Mixed Nuts and enjoy the show. Please follow and subscribe on all the platforms like Apple and Spotify and so many more. Become a member of the Nutjob Club to win prizes and giveaways too.

  1. 4d ago

    Ep. 70 - Mixed Nuts Nation

    It’s the big 7-0! On Episode 70 of the Mixed Nuts Podcast, Phil and Richard celebrate the milestone with another anything-goes conversation covering everything from sports and Scrabble to Florida living, work, money, AI, and starting over. The guys talk about the show’s transition to new management, the future of the podcast, and some of the new opportunities ahead. They reminisce about pickup basketball, the Harlem Globetrotters, and the growing popularity of the Savannah Bananas before turning to the world of AI-generated videos and the potential for new creative and business opportunities. The conversation also takes a deep dive into Florida real estate, rising interest rates, mortgage rates, congestion, hurricanes, and the possibility of moving farther north or inland. Richard shares his vision for RV living and a more rural lifestyle, while both discuss the changing Florida economy and what the future could look like. From Scrabble strategy and Words With Friends to seasonal jobs, acting gigs, sales opportunities, and the importance of reinventing yourself, the episode is filled with stories, laughs, and plenty of unexpected detours. They also discuss the risks of AI-generated misinformation and the challenges of protecting your identity and reputation in an increasingly digital world. As always, no topic is off limits and no conversation stays on track for long. Tune in for Episode 70 of Mixed Nuts Nation— and as they say, you have to be crazy to listen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. Sep 22

    Ep. 69 - Mixed Nuts Nation w/ Kerry Lutz!

    On this episode of the Mixed Nuts Podcast, Phil and Richard welcome back author, entrepreneur, and commentator Kerry Lutz for a wide-ranging conversation that goes from traffic stops and HOA drama to dating apps, dancing, and the realities of modern relationships. Kerry shares some unforgettable stories about talking his way out of traffic tickets, his experiences with Florida law enforcement, and the lessons behind his book The All-New Speeder’s Guide to Avoiding Tickets. The conversation then shifts to his satirical take on homeowners associations with HOA Emperor, including plenty of stories about HOA rules, fines, landscaping battles, and the power struggles that can happen inside communities. The guys also dive into Kerry’s latest adventures in the dating world, including dating-app strategies, profile photos, humor, confidence, paying for dates, long-distance relationships, and why Kerry believes learning how to dance might be better than any dating app. Plus, Kerry talks about his growing collection of books, his other projects, his ongoing parking lawsuit, and the challenges of writing versus actually marketing a book. It’s another unpredictable, funny, and wide-ranging conversation with plenty of stories, laughs, and unexpected turns. As always, you never quite know where the Mixed Nuts Podcast will go! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Ep. 69 - Mixed Nuts Nation w/ Kerry Lutz!
  3. Sep 15

    Ep. 68 - Mixed Nuts Nation

    On this episode of the Mixed Nuts Podcast, Phil and Richard take a wide-ranging look at the issues shaping everyday life—from rising energy costs and inflation to changing technology, digital finance, politics, and the future of personal freedom.The conversation begins with devastating weather in Hawaii and across the U.S., before turning to the show's return to Rumble and the surprising growth they've seen since relaunching the channel. Phil and Rich also talk about their longtime sponsors, American-made products, coffee, and the challenges facing domestic manufacturing and supply chains.From there, the discussion gets deeper into rising oil and electricity prices, the impact of massive data centers on energy consumption, and whether consumers should be looking for alternatives such as solar power. The guys also explore stablecoins, tokenization, and the increasingly digital financial system—and what all of it could mean for privacy, independence, and the way we use money.It’s another candid, unpredictable “reality check” on the economy, technology, politics, and the rapidly changing world around us—with plenty of humor along the way.**Watch, listen, and decide for yourself… because you have to be crazy to listen.**de of the Mixed Nuts Podcast, Phil Hirsch and Richard Marks take a wide-ranging look at the issues shaping everyday life—from rising energy costs and inflation to changing technology, digital finance, politics, and the future of personal freedom. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. Sep 8

    Ep. 67 - Mixed Nuts Nation

    On this episode of the Mixed Nuts Nation, Phil and Richard take a wild ride through natural disasters, dating sites, forgiveness, family drama, father-son memories, health controversies, rising fuel prices, and plenty of completely unexpected detours along the way. The conversation begins with hurricanes, flooding, drought, and the risks of living in different parts of the country before taking a hilarious turn as Rich tests Phil on a collection of bizarre and fictional-sounding niche dating sites. From “Food Without a Face” to “Mulch.com,” “Kosher,” and the hosts’ favorite, “Winder,” the dating game quickly becomes one of the episode’s funniest bits. Phil then opens up about a difficult period in his life involving a toxic family relationship, moving into his own home, and the forgiveness workshop that helped him let go of resentment and move forward. He shares how a Hawaiian forgiveness prayer changed his perspective and helped him reconnect with his father, including creating new memories together through cooking, sports, music, and work. The guys also reminisce about their fathers, aging, family relationships, and the sometimes hilarious realities of taking care of an elderly parent. Later, the conversation shifts to serious topics including young athletes experiencing medical emergencies, COVID-era health debates, and the ongoing discussion surrounding vaccines and medical treatments. To wrap things up, the hosts check the latest diesel prices with a little help from AI before returning to what they do best: laughing, arguing, telling stories, and somehow turning almost any topic into a joke. It’s another unpredictable hour of Mixed Nuts—where you never quite know where the conversation will go, but you can always expect plenty of laughs, strong opinions, personal stories, and a handful of mixed nuts along the way. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. Aug 25

    Ep. 65 - Mixed Nuts Nation

    Phil and Richard are back for another wide-ranging episode of Mixed Nuts, where absolutely nothing is off-limits and you never know where the conversation will go next. The guys open with coffee, family stories, travel, and plenty of their trademark banter before turning to the tragic passing of actress Hayden Panettiere and the difficult issues surrounding her childhood, relationships, Hollywood, and the pressures of growing up in the entertainment industry. They take a deeper look at the alleged exploitation and abuse that can exist behind the glamour of Hollywood and question what young performers may be asked to sacrifice in pursuit of fame.From there, the conversation takes a hard turn into the economy and financial markets, including government bond buying, inflation, oil prices, gold, silver, Bitcoin, and concerns about the broader debt market. As always, Phil and Rich bring their own opinions, skepticism, and plenty of colorful commentary to the discussion. The guys also tackle flying, airport stories, texting while driving, technology, self-driving cars, social etiquette, relationships, and the idea of someday recording a very different kind of Mixed Nuts episode. And naturally, the show wraps up with another ridiculous real-life story — this time involving a brand-new car that arrives damaged, breaks down, and somehow gets even more damaged while being towed. It's serious, it's ridiculous, it's occasionally outrageous, and it's exactly what you'd expect from Mixed Nuts. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy another hour-plus of two friends talking about the mixed-up world around them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Ep. 65 - Mixed Nuts Nation
  6. Aug 14

    Ep. 63 - Mixed Nuts Nation w/ Gregory Mannarino

    On this episode of the Mixed Nuts Podcast, Rich Marks welcomes financial analyst, market commentator, and longtime content creator Gregory Mannarino for a wide-ranging conversation about the economy, global power, financial markets, freedom, and the future of America. Rich and Greg dive deep into the changing global financial system, the flow of debt and credit, the U.S. dollar’s role as the world’s reserve currency, BRICS, and the potential economic fallout from shifting geopolitical alliances. Greg also explains his MMRI market-risk indicator, why he believes today’s markets are dramatically overvalued, and what rising interest rates, currency devaluation, and expanding government debt could mean for investors and everyday Americans. The conversation goes beyond economics, tackling free speech, censorship, political accountability, the role of social media, and the importance of thinking independently rather than simply accepting the narratives presented by politicians, corporations, or the media. Greg and Rich also discuss what they believe individuals can do to take greater responsibility for their communities and their own futures. But at the heart of the conversation is a message of awareness, personal responsibility, community, and hope. Despite their concerns about the direction of the country and the economy, Rich and Greg argue that people still have the ability to make a difference—starting with educating themselves, holding leaders accountable, helping others, and refusing to surrender their ability to think for themselves. It's another unapologetically candid episode of Mixed Nuts—covering markets, money, geopolitics, freedom, faith, and the forces shaping the world around us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Ep. 63 - Mixed Nuts Nation w/ Gregory Mannarino

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Welcome to Mixed Nuts Nation . A lighthearted conversation about the times we’re all experiencing from 2 of the biggest nuts in the bowl. Actor Phil Hersh and podcast extraordinaire Richard Marks invite you to pour a drink and grab yourself a handful of Mixed Nuts and enjoy the show. Please follow and subscribe on all the platforms like Apple and Spotify and so many more. Become a member of the Nutjob Club to win prizes and giveaways too.