The Hammerin’ Hank Show

Ride The Wave Media
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Take a trip down memory lane with The Hammerin’ Hank Show—a podcast that celebrates the golden era of radio and the unforgettable stories behind it. Hosted by Hank and co-host Ryan Hoppe, this show dives into Hank’s incredible journey through the world of broadcasting, packed with behind-the-scenes tales, legendary moments from JV & Elvis, The Doghouse, and other iconic shows. Expect raw honesty, hilarious anecdotes, and insider perspectives on the personalities and events that shaped radio history. Whether you’re a longtime fan of classic radio or just curious about the stories that made it legendary, this is your all-access pass to nostalgia, laughs, and the life of Hammerin’ Hank. New episodes every week—tune in and relive the magic!

  1. 17h ago

    Hammerin Hank Show Turns 65!

    Check Out The Latest Episode Of "The Hammerin Hank Show With Henry Ochs & Ryan Hoppe."

    Hammerin Hank Show Turns 65!

  2. 2d ago

    Giants Game Cancelled: Why Hank Walked Away at 7am

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Show Notes Hank's supposed to catch the Giants game on Saturday at 1 o'clock, but 7 a.m. rolls around and the whole plan evaporates. People talking too much, too much noise, the energy just isn't there. Ryan pushes back: what's really going on? The conversation spirals into exactly the kind of unfiltered, hilarious back-and-forth that makes this show work, no corporate filter, just two guys figuring out why sometimes the thing you thought you wanted doesn't feel right when the moment arrives. From there, it's radio memories and freestyle music from the '80s (Lisa Lisa gets a full workout), a Kansas autism awareness PSA that won best in its category, and the question of whether the NFL and NBA should actually be playing on Christmas. Hank's got opinions. Ryan's got follow-ups. The jokes hit fast, ladder jokes, freezer jokes, spoon-and-cookies jokes, all landing before the trivia block kicks in. There's a shout-out to a listener who's been tuned in for 30 years, a buddy of the week, and Hank's prick of the week: radio CEOs who lay people off and then complain the medium is dying. The hypocrisy lands hard. Close out with church talk, breakfast at Texas Roadhouse, and the national anthem Hank's singing at a high school event in Hayward. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/ More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/

  3. 2d ago

    Dating Apps, Radio Memories & NFL Predictions | Hank

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Show Notes Hank's got dating on the brain, and Ryan's here to make sure he does it right. This episode tackles the real question: should Hammerin' Hank jump into the dating app world? Spoiler alert, yes, and Hinge is the move. Ryan breaks down why Hinge beats Bumble and Tinder for someone like Hank. The prompts let him be honest about who he is: a guy who doesn't drive, who's high-functioning autistic, who's got a radio legacy most people would kill for. But here's the catch, he's gotta lead with Henry, not the Hall of Fame. Ryan walks him through a dating profile take-two, steering clear of the radio-obsessed types who only stick around for the microphone. The show also hits classic Hammerin' Hank territory: radio memories from K-Tom in Salinas back in 1992, the James Lick High School diving board jump with Big Joe, and a full comedy block that ranges from bank account anxiety to football one-liners. There's a shout-out to Selena from Hot 97.7 Fresno, a hard look at a Wisconsin radio manager who lost his job over a child safety incident, and Hank's upcoming blood work. Luna makes a surprise appearance. Flying Brian's got love for the legend. And Ryan's already planning to hook Hank up with ChatGPT Plus as an early birthday gift. Peace in your hood. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at [link]. More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/

  4. 2d ago

    National Anthem Singer Hank Manifests Giants Game Invite

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Show Notes Hank's manifesting real wins this week. He's locked in to sing the national anthem at the San Jose Giants game on July 21st, taking on the Ontario baseball team. When Ryan asked how excited he was on a scale of one to ten, Hank didn't hesitate: a solid 10. This is what happens when you stay focused on your goals. The episode kicks off with radio memories from 1992, a visit to KTRB in Modesto and a tour of FM104KHOP. Hank's got the Bay Area radio history locked down, and these moments matter to him. He's also been to Giants games recently, catching San Francisco take on Arizona (the Diamondbacks won, and yeah, the Giants need to figure out how to hit and score runs). Ryan brings the heat with pop trivia, and Hank nails it. Tupac's mid-90s hip-hop record change, the Carpenters' 1973 hit "Sing", he's got the knowledge. The show rolls through Buddy of the Week (shout-out to Miguel and the San Jose Giants organization for the anthem opportunity), and Hank's got one wish: to do a good job singing and for the war to end. Church was solid too. Guest speaker talked about the birth of Christ and how to be a better person, always room to grow. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at [link]. More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/

  5. 2d ago

    National Anthem Auditions, Shakira & 2000s Throwbacks | Hammerin' Hank

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Show Notes Hank's been chasing the national anthem gig all week, reaching out to the Minnesota High football games, Santa Cruz Warriors, and the Kings. He's got the emails lined up and he's not stopping. Meanwhile, Ryan's pushing him toward the dating apps because apparently Hank needs a hot Latina woman to take to a Sabrina Carpenter concert, and yes, we're still mad Britney isn't touring anymore. The show kicks off with radio memories from way back: Hank attended the 97 FM KSJQ anniversary party in Minnesota in 1985, scored some water slide prizes (didn't use them), and got to sit close to the stage at a Shakira show. That's the kind of energy we're talking about. Then we hit the joke block, ten regular jokes about keys, pantries, shoes, and the chaos of everyday life, followed by a full homeless joke set that lands harder than you'd expect. Church is going extremely good, too. Pastor John had surgery, guest speakers are filling in during August, and Hank's been praying about his radio career and his date prospects. Music trivia covers the 2000s: Michelle Branch, Shakira, Britney Spears. Hank nails a question about Liv Detell's 1986 number one hit. Then we get into the Prick of the News, Diddy's in solitary after getting beat up in prison, and yeah, we're calling him out. Buddy of the Week goes to everyone helping Hank land those national anthem slots. The man's more popular than Ryan at this point. Never give up. Focus on your goals. That's the message. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/ More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/

  6. 2d ago

    Radio Memories, Dog Watch & Church Talk | Hammerin' Hank Ep. 60

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Episode 60 Hammerin' Hank and Ryan Hoppe hit episode 60 with the raw energy that built Bay Area radio legend. This week, Hank brings the heat with unfiltered dating advice, radio memories stretching back to 1992, and a comedy corner that lands every punchline. The episode opens with Hank's week watching his dog Marty and catching Disney Junior's Super Kitties, a show he credits with solid plot lines. From there, the conversation shifts to radio nostalgia: Hank's visit to KKIQ in 1992 with his mama, meeting legendary DJs like Mark Davis and Sean D'Angelo, and reconnecting with Monica Dorado at the Sound Factory during the Migs and Swig era. When Ryan asks for dating advice, Hank delivers without hesitation, his ideal match is an attractive Hispanic woman, and he's not shy about naming celebrity comparisons. The comedy corner lands hard with rapid-fire one-liners about opening the fridge when bored, panic as motivation, and why he keeps every random electronics box that arrives at his door. Music trivia brings three-for-three victories on Christina Aguilera's "Come On Over" and Two Live Crew's "Me So Horny." Church life is going strong, Hank's studying the book of 1 Peter and looking forward to 2 Peter. The episode closes with Hank's weekend plans to attend Radio Day by the Bay in Alameda, plus a powerful autism PSA reminding listeners that autism reveals strength, not limitation. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at [link]. More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/

  7. 2d ago

    Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame: Hammerin' Hank's Induction

    The Hammerin' Hank Show, Hall of Fame Recognition & Radio War Stories Hammerin' Hank just got voted into the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame, and this episode captures the raw energy of a broadcaster who earned it the hard way. Hank and Ryan swap unfiltered memories from their time in shock jock radio, the kind of stories that could never happen on air today. From the Doghouse to Wild 94.9, these are the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped Bay Area radio culture. The conversation moves fast: Hank's upcoming trip to Jacksonville to meet Lex and Terry, the San Francisco Giants matchup against Colorado coming up, and why Florida heat is absolutely brutal compared to the Bay. Ryan's heading to a baseball game tomorrow and Hank's keeping his apartment ice cold despite the electric bill hit every month. The show hits all the familiar beats. Hank delivers his joke of the day segment with rapid-fire one-liners that land harder than expected. Pop culture trivia tests their knowledge on Avicii's "Levels" and Britney Spears. There's real talk about church, relationships, and what Hank's been praying about. The Buddy of the Week shout-out goes to everyone who voted for the Doghouse into the Hall of Fame, thousands of people who believed in what Hank was building. This is radio nostalgia meets present-day authenticity, unfiltered and unapologetic. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/

  8. 2d ago

    Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame: Hammerin' Hank's Legacy

    The Hammerin' Hank Show: Hall of Fame Recognition & Radio War Stories Hammerin' Hank just got voted into the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame, and this episode captures the raw energy of a legend reflecting on what that honor means. Hank and Ryan dig into the influence The Doghouse had on shows across the country, from Portland to Florida, and what it feels like to be recognized alongside the biggest names in West Coast radio history. But the real meat of this episode lives in the unfiltered war stories. Hank breaks down a 1998 moment from The Doghouse production studio that perfectly captures the chaos of '90s shock jock radio. Ryan counters with his own story from 102.5 The Bone, and the two trade tales about what actually happened behind the microphone back when radio had no guardrails. These aren't sanitized nostalgia, they're the specific, awkward, completely unrepeatable moments that defined an era. The episode also covers the Giants game against Colorado, pop culture trivia (Demi Lovato, Avicii, Arsenio Hall), a full comedy block, and Hank's take on the Copa America and LeBron's free agency. There's church talk, a Prick of the Week callout for the doubters who said he wouldn't last six months in radio, and a Buddy of the Week shout-out to everyone who voted him into the Hall of Fame. Subscribe wherever you listen. Watch the full episode at ridethewave.media. More from the network at https://www.ridethewave.media/show/the-hammerin-hank-show/

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Take a trip down memory lane with The Hammerin’ Hank Show—a podcast that celebrates the golden era of radio and the unforgettable stories behind it. Hosted by Hank and co-host Ryan Hoppe, this show dives into Hank’s incredible journey through the world of broadcasting, packed with behind-the-scenes tales, legendary moments from JV & Elvis, The Doghouse, and other iconic shows. Expect raw honesty, hilarious anecdotes, and insider perspectives on the personalities and events that shaped radio history. Whether you’re a longtime fan of classic radio or just curious about the stories that made it legendary, this is your all-access pass to nostalgia, laughs, and the life of Hammerin’ Hank. New episodes every week—tune in and relive the magic!

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  • Creator
    Ride The Wave Media
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Ride The Wave Media
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