The Bitter Pickle Podcast

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Social commentary from the point of view of two elder-statesmen. These statesmen are known by the monikers of "The Mentor" and "The Miscreant." What one may simply summarize as "dad-ranting," we prefer to call sarcastic banter tinged with scholarly wit and blue-collar grit. Basically, two middle-aged men griping about the world we live in...Enjoy!

  1. 3D AGO

    Screw Phil

    In this episode, the Miscreant and Mentor go off the rails and off script as they condemn Phil for his shadow prediction (Groundhog Day) since they are recording the podcast during Snowmageddon 2026.  They then explore the disaster that is the winter snow covered parking lots.  Once again, they call upon restitution from a large retailer for having promoted a delivery service. Lastly, they tackle musicians and why they should keep their beaks out of politics.  Snack time has them trying salt and seaweed chips, Korean bbq chickpeas, and mushroom sodas.  Lastly, tune in as they play rock, paper, scissors to determine who drinks a large quantity of pickle juice. As always, thank you for listening.

    38 min

  2. JAN 28

    The Weather Hornswoggle and the Human Response

    In this episode, The Miscreant and Mentor discuss how weather events are hyped, how that affects people, and the corporate exploitation of those same people. They next discuss the problem with strange bug infestations.  Then comes the discussion about adult behavior at kids' sporting events.  The snack segment contains two types of chips, a fruit and nut bar, and chili covered fruit. For the game segment, the boys compile an emergency snowed-in kit.  Compare with them and send them thoughts and good vibes.  Enjoy and thank you for listening.

    51 min

  3. JAN 21

    Show Us the Money

    In this episode, The Miscreant and The Mentor address the fact that Walmart now owes them money for promoting Spark delivery.  Next, they discuss a change in education that would end grading and focus on a system of demonstrating competencies so that students are better prepared to be productive members of society.  Next, they discuss a familiar topic of traffic.  In particular, they examine the roundabout and assorted tricky engineering designs.  A conspiracy is mentioned and explored.  Today's snack testing involves various pickle flavored snacks.  Finally, the game for the day is an elimination tournament of comedic actors.  Play along and send us your favorites.

    1h 2m

  4. JAN 7

    Intersections, Enigmas, and Good Ole Days

    Today's episode has the Miscreant and Mentor discussing oddities in intersections and the "deer-in-the-headlights look" some get in driving situations.  They also apply that phenomenon to shopping traffic. Next, the guys discuss and remember the late-night hours of some stores and pine over the lost 24-hour War-Mart super centers. The Mentor discusses an incident with impersonal shopping at Walmart. For today's snack section, the guys try several flavors of vegan jerky.  Imagine the Mentor's stress level.  Finally, for the game, the guys play "Best-of-the-Best" with various topics.  Feel free to play along and send in your opinions. Enjoy! Thanks for listening!!!!

    1h 12m

  5. 12/31/2025

    Home on the Free Range

    In this episode, the Mentor and Miscreant examine an overheard conversation for the errors in logic, blatant ignorance, and threats to society.  The Mentor talks about the dating world. Next, the Mentor and Miscreant discuss free range behavior on the highway, in grocery stores, and society in general as well as the rage and disgust that accompanies it. The boys then try several soft drinks, snacks and a potentially fatal energy drink. Lastly the boys celebrate the coming of the new year by talking about their favorite memories of the podcasts that have aired this year.  Feel free to message us your favorite memories from the podcasts.  As always, we thank you for listening!!!

    56 min

  6. 12/24/2025

    Have Yourself a Bitter Christmas

    In this episode, the Miscreant and the Mentor rant about disingenuous Christmas wishes and how it's sometimes best to say only what you mean.  Then they turn their sights onto Christmas shopping and the chicanery that follows. After this, there comes the discussion of the magical money that always seems to appear for some folks every month.  For the sampler section, they try some chips, a snack mix, and some 100 percent cocoa chocolate.  Lastly, the boys perform a Christmas song only they could dream up.  Stay until the end to get a special full-band recording of the song.  As always, we thank you for listening!!! Merry Christmas!!!!

    45 min

  7. 12/17/2025

    Fighting Dirty and Chocolate Grapes

    In this episode, The Mentor and Miscreant prepare for Christmas.  Thankfully, a fan told the story of why Jeep owners collect ducks, so The Miscreant explains the cool story.  Next, the boys express grief and prayers for families of recent tragedies.  By fan request, The Mentor tells a story about his brother, a detached s*****m, and an escape from the police.  In the tasting segment, the boys try treats provided by Mr. Joe (a colleague and fan) including chocolate covered grapes.  Lastly, in the game section, the boys compile a tier list of Christmas movies.  Will they crap on one of your favorites? Tune in and play along. As always, we are so thankful for the support.

    1h 3m

  8. 12/10/2025

    Murderous Pasts?

    In this episode of the podcast, both the Miscreant and Mentor tell stories of their questionable pasts.  The Miscreant details how he sabotaged a fan to possibly injure a roommate.  The Mentor discusses a revenge beating gone awry.  Hilarity abounds as they discuss the details.  The food sampling section involves a chocolate lava peanut butter cup, pickle salted cashews, and freeze dried candies.  Finally, the game segment is a playlist competition for the best Christmas song playlist.

    53 min
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Social commentary from the point of view of two elder-statesmen. These statesmen are known by the monikers of "The Mentor" and "The Miscreant." What one may simply summarize as "dad-ranting," we prefer to call sarcastic banter tinged with scholarly wit and blue-collar grit. Basically, two middle-aged men griping about the world we live in...Enjoy!

Information

  • Creator
    BitterPickle
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Bitter Pickle Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Bitter Pickle Podcast

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