Beer Blues and BS

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Beer, Blues, and BS - a podcast that invites you to pour yourself a cold beverage, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of good friends. Hosts Howard Blues and Mark Kidder share stories, discuss hobbies and what’s on tap. Topics: TV/Movies Beer, whiskey, and other libations Video games Board games Hockey - Go Avs! Go Sioux! Music and Tales of our Glorious Past! Hosts: Mark Kidder earned his title of ”The Man, The Myth, The Legend” after hosting the #1 rated rock show per capita in the nation for three years running. After retiring from radio at the top of his game, Mark is once again rocking the mic. Kidder is not shy about sharing his love of rock, hockey, Star Trek, and good whisky. Howard Blues is the man with too many hobbies. While podcasting may be his newest one, he also attempts to enjoy board gaming, painting models, playing video games, and writing. His reputation is that of a silent historian with the occasional one-liner, but he is excited to talk about hockey, Star Wars, board games, and his newest adventure fatherhood.

  1. 3d ago

    Why Modern Horror Movies Suck?

    Episode 286 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers major fitness milestones, sharp pop culture hot takes, and total basement treadmill insanity! Howard Blues blows past his original 250-mile walking goal while powering through hundreds of episodes of One Piece on the basement treadmill. That leads straight into a passionate group debate over the state of modern horror movies, as Howard, Doc, and LCL Geek call out cheap jump scares and overproduced tropes, while Mark Kidder dismisses the entire genre altogether. Over at the bar, the guys sample an eclectic lineup featuring traditional lagers, heavy dark brews, mint chocolate liqueurs, and fruity probiotic blends. Plus, the crew looks ahead to Mark’s upcoming Halloween trip to see Metallica at the Las Vegas Sphere, reacts to the latest gaming updates in Flashing Lights, and shares hilarious workplace walkie-talkie stories from local historical events. On Tap This Episode: LCL Geek: A classic East Coast lager & a massive roasted dark malt brew. Doc: Baileys Mint Chocolate Liqueur. Mark Kidder: Barntown Brewing "Driveway Drinker" Premium Lager. Howard Blues: Strawberry Blossom Probiotic Kombucha. Recorded: 10.2.26 0:00 – Intro 2:00 – What’s on Tap? 11:20 – Hot Takes and Dad Jokes 15:08 – Radio Shenanigans 16:59 – Haunted Museum Event and Other Halloween Stories 21:10 – Horror Movies 26:22 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 30:46 – Hockey News 31:31 – Metallica @ The Sphere 34:06 – Other News 38:16 – Watching Anything? 45:44 – Dad Jokes of the Week 48:22 – Cheap Plugs 52:00 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 2:55 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #BeerBluesBS #HorrorMovies #MetallicaSphere #OnePiece #FlashingLights #CraftBeer #DadJokes #BismarckND #PodcastViral

  2. Oct 9

    Grand Theft Helicopter

    Episode 285 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers venue showdowns, free grocery store beer, and an incredible Blues Traveler concert rant you have to hear to believe! Mark Kidder, Doc, and Rudeboy Kyle finish off their Midwest concert tour recap with a head-to-head comparison of Des Moines vs. Omaha. The crew dives deep into the high-flying drama of Blues Traveler's set—featuring a wild harmonica fiddle solo during "The Devil Went Down to Georgia" and frontman John Popper going on a viral-worthy rant against audience signs ("signs are worse than guns!") before begrudgingly playing a rare fan request. Meanwhile, Howard Blues takes us back in time with a December edition of The Blues Blotter, covering everything from a "grand theft helicopter" report to a mother building a paper trail against her 13-year-old, a hostile AA meeting, and a bar patron booted for refusing to tip. Plus, Rudeboy Kyle shares how he scored a free 6-pack of PBR pounders at Hy-Vee, LCL Geek fights with an AI background generator, and the guys share heartfelt final thoughts on chosen family and being present for your kids. On Tap This Episode: Doc: Iter Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley). Rudeboy Kyle: Kettle House Cold Smoke Scotch Ale & Free Hy-Vee PBR. LCL Geek: Schell’s Firebrick Vienna Style Lager Mark Kidder: Barntown Brewing's Brian's Great Grape Fruit Sour Howard Blues: Culture Pop Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda   Recorded: 9.18.26 0:00 – Intro 2:15 – What’s on Tap? 17:15 – Blues Traveler Omaha 45:30 – Thomas the Train Experience 49:09 – The Blues Blotter: Grand Theft Helicopter 56:26 – Cheap Plugs 58:29 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 36:40   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #BluesTraveler #ConcertVlog #RoadTripFails #Yuengling #PinkTreadmill #CraftBeer #IowaState #BismarckND #PodcastViral

  3. Oct 2

    The Champipple Rant

    Episode 284 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers chaotic storm-chasing road trips, concert venue disasters, and pure midwest comedy! Howard Blues debuts a brand-new, bar-budget baby pink treadmill—a $20 discount buy that leaves the crew in stitches as he attempts a motorless incline walk on-air while crushing his 250-mile North Dakota fitness challenge. Meanwhile, Mark Kidder, Doc, and Rudeboy Kyle recount a wild concert road trip through "Hurricane Ames" down to Iowa, complete with blackout-level power outages, $17 sushi bento boxes, $25 golf-course parking, and a bizarre 6-minute rant from the lead singer of Blues Traveler about 1970s wine and Quaaludes. On Tap This Episode: Derek Torgerson: Yuengling Black & Tan Rudeboy Kyle: Bismarck Distillery Huckleberry Lemonade Doc: Kirkland Signature Prosecco Superior (Celebration Toast!). Mark Kidder: Big Grove County Fair Lemon Ale Howard Blues: Better Boombucha "Morning Glory" Kombucha Recorded: 9.18.26 0:00 – Intro 2:43 – What’s on Tap 18:38 – Road Trip Recap 47:51 – Champipple Rant 1:00:42 – Cheap Plugs 1:04:15 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 2:30   #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #BluesTraveler #ConcertVlog #RoadTripFails #Yuengling #PinkTreadmill #CraftBeer #IowaState #BismarckND #PodcastViral

  4. Sep 25

    The Great Treadmill Meltdown

    Episode 283 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers chaotic energy, epic taste test fails, and total treadmill destruction! Howard Blues takes the 250-mile walking challenge to the absolute limit—literally burning out his treadmill on-air with sparks and smoke after crushing over 20,000 steps. Meanwhile, metal band veteran Mike Tango drops in to talk MySpace nostalgia, viral TikTok marketing, and modern content creation. Over at the bar, the guys hit a mind-blowing milestone: crossing 1,700 total beverages reviewed on the show! But Episode 283 brings pure craft roulette. Brother Niko faces down Liquid Death’s bizarre Peanut Butter Cup and Cinnamon Roll iced teas, Doc tackles a "downright nasty" flat watermelon vodka cocktail, LCL Geek scores a near-perfect 4.9 rating with a nostalgic Clearly Canadian, and JS brings the heat with a mango habanero hard cider. Plus, the crew digs into 2012 radio origins, early Facebook .edu elitism, and a genius DIY project turning vintage farm hubcaps into custom clocks. On Tap This Episode: Brother Niko: Liquid Death Peanut Butter Cup Water & Cinnamon Roll Iced Tea. Doc: Bismarck Distillery Apple Pie Vodka & Carbless Watermelon Cocktail. JS: Blake's Mango Habanero Hard Cider & 2 Ton Pacific Pineapple Cider. LCL Geek: Lazy Magnolia Southern Pecan & Clearly Canadian Orchard Peach. Mike Tango: Jumex Guava Nectar & Monster Ultra Zero. Mark Kidder: Sapporo Dark Lager (5% ABV). Howard Blues: Live Organic Juicy Grape Soda. Recorded: 9.4.26 0:00 – Intro  2:21 – What’s on Tap? 24:32 – The Beer Draft 28:10 – Who is Mike Tango 34:08 – Old Social Media 36:32 – How Did Kidder Meet Tango 38:34 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 55:19 – Howard’s Walking 59:07 – Random Banter 1:05:15 – Cheap Plugs 1:06:39 – Final Thoughts https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 12:50 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #PodcastFails #LiquidDeath #CraftBeer #CiderReview #TreadmillChallenge #MySpace #PodcastViral #BismarckND #ContentCreator

  5. Sep 18

    The UND Ghost File

    Episode 282 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers ultramarathon ambitions, college ghost documentaries, and hilarious retro media throwbacks! Howard Blues kicks off September by announcing a 250-mile walking treadmill challenge over two months, paving the way for a nostalgia-heavy deep dive into past creative projects. The crew uncovers the lore of "Undarh"—a massive green monster mascot from their college residence hall days—and recalls their UND campus ghost stories documentary, including a late-night research trip to the Chester Fritz Library's notorious "ghost file." Over at the bar, the taste tests cover everything from Doc’s sweet Jack Daniel's Blackberry and ginger ale twist to Mark Kidder’s imported Korean pear ale with a bizarre label translation. Plus, Brother Niko joins with a mason jar of Lincoln tap water, LCL Geek brings an oversized 3D-printed Lego man, JS drinks shop-machine filtered water, and the team officially welcomes new guest Mike Tango (aka "Metal Thrasher") to the mix. Finally, Mark shares highlights from his 3-hour live storm-tracking stint filling in at Hutch’s Weather, and Doc breaks news on guest-conducting the spring Allstate Choir in North Dakota! On Tap This Episode: Rudeboy Kyle: Berry Drip Drop Hydration Stick. Brother Niko: Lincoln, Nebraska Tap Water (with Fluoride & Chlorine). LCL Geek: Title Town Brewing’s Johnny Blood Red Ale. JS: Shop-Filtered Machine Water. Doc: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Blackberry & Ginger Ale (Round 1) | Baileys Vanilla Mint Shake (17% ABV) (Round 2). Mark Kidder: Imported Korean Pear Ale & Bud Light (Folds of Honor). Howard Blues: Blackberry Probiotic Kombucha & A Zero-Sugar Pickle Juice Shot.   Recorded: 9.4.26 0:00 – Intro 2:47 – What’s on Tap? 21:59 – Hutch’s Weather 25:41 – Doc in North Dakota 28:10 – The Lore of UNDarh 32:53 – UND Ghost File 36:53 – Film Projects and Com Classes 46:10 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 54:37 – Enter the Metal Thrasher 56:50 – Cheap Plugs 59:39 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 1:15:03 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #GhostStories #CollegeLore #Ultramarathon #JackDanielsBlackberry #CraftBeer #UND #NorthDakota #BismarckND #PodcastLife

  6. Sep 12

    The Nuclear Jalapeno Poppers Trap

    Episode 281 of Beer, Blues, and BS delivers spicy kitchen payback, high-tech Vegas news, and an abrupt system crash you won't want to miss! Howard Blues recounts a legendary story about how nuclear-level jalapeño poppers became his ultimate weapon against a freeloading housemate—sparking a fierce debate on spice limits and JS's upcoming batch of homemade salsa. At the bar, the reviews hit extreme highs and rock-bottom lows. Doc scores big with a high-gravity canned cocktail, while Mark Kidder faces a "No Frills" pilsner so bad it leaves an immediate coating on his tongue. Plus, the guys react to the sudden closing announcement of a major Vegas production at the Wynn, spot local landmarks in American Truck Simulator, and get hit with a forced Windows update right as the episode wraps up. On Tap This Episode: Doc: 503 Cocktails Vodka Cranberry Crush (11% ABV). JS: Blake's Classic Apple Cider & Peach Party Hard Cider. Mark Kidder: Schell’s "No Frills Pils" Howard Blues: Live Dr. Cherry Berry Pre & Postbiotic Soda.   Recorded: 8.21.26 0:00 – Intro 2:21 – What’s on Tap? 20:40 – Spicy Cookies 23:57 – The Love of Spice 35:37 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 43:18 – Awakening 47:21 – RIP Hayden 51:44 – Push Bumpers 54:25 – Howard’s Memory 56:44 – Flashing Lights 1:03:38 – Cheap Plugs 1:07:55 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 09:21 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #SpiceTolerance #CraftCider #NoFrillsPils #VegasAwakening #FlashingLights #SpicySalsa #AmericanTruckSimulator #BismarckND #PodcastLife

  7. Sep 11

    Stolen Milk & Bar Brawls

    Episode 280 of Beer, Blues, and BS kicks off "Kombucha Appreciation Month" with live mechanic work, wild crime stats, and classic Midwest banter! JS joins the call live from the shop, turning wrenches on a project car while giving an update on his new mechanic job. Between power tool noises and nostalgia for 90s car chimes ("your door is ajar"), JS leads a side-by-side porter comparison, pitting a non-alcoholic Black Butte Porter against a questionable 2.5-year-old aged porter that completely crashed out. Meanwhile, Howard Blues breaks down official South Dakota Highway Patrol data from the Sturgis Bike Rally—including price gouging complaints, DUI stats, and an investigation into a Buffalo Chip bar security altercation. Over in The Blues Blotter, the team uncovers Flathead Valley chaos involving a stolen gallon of milk, fairground traffic fights, and another appearance by "Jimothy" the raccoon. Plus, Mark Kidder calls for more audience feedback on "Kidder's Log," Doc demonstrates the marble safety cap on a Japanese Ramune soda, and JS shares highlights from a Chicago trip featuring an epic cocktail lineup at the hotel bar. On Tap This Episode: Doc: Shiraaku Strawberry Ramune Soda Mark Kidder: Schell’s Peach Wheat & New Belgium New Zealand-style Pilsner. JS: NA Black Butte Porter vs. a 2.5-Year-Old Aged Porter Fail. Howard Blues: Brew Doctor Coconut Cult Tropical Ginger Kombucha Recorded: 8.21.26 0:00 – Intro 2:39 – What’s on Tap? 20:14 – Hutch’s Weather 21:34 – Kidder Needs Howard’s Help 29:53 – Blues Blotter: Sturgis 2026 51:39 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 58:40 – Is Doc Prepared? 1:02:39 – Cheap Plugs 1:06:36 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 3:16 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #FamilyChaos #KiddersLog #Sturgis2026 #BluesBlotter #BlackButtePorter #Kombucha #CarMechanic #RamuneSoda #FlatheadValley #BismarckND #PodcastLife #Truecrime #SturgisRally

  8. Aug 28

    Star Trek 60th in Vegas

    Episode 279 of Beer, Blues, and BS goes live from the entertainment capital of the world as Mark Kidder broadcasts straight from Las Vegas! Mark checks in from the neon lights to break down his ultimate fan experience at Star Trek Las Vegas 2026, celebrating 60 legendary years of the iconic franchise. From showing off exclusive, hard-to-find convention merch and detailing his high-end fine dining escapades along the Strip to sharing unforgettable moments from the convention floor, Kidder brings the full Vegas energy to the episode. Expect plenty of late-night laughs, unexpected surprise guests popping in, and the grand return of LCL Geek to join in on the 60th-anniversary sci-fi festivities! Recorded: 8.10.26 0:00 – Intro 3:04 – What’s on Tap? 10:19 – Kidder’s STLV 2026 Recap 23:24 – Kidder’s Log 2026 31:16 – Summer Trips 39:35 – What’s on Tap? Round 2 44:29 – More on STLV 2026 48:44 – JS Arrives 51:36 – Fishy Snacks 1:04:18 – The Rio and Burlesque shows 1:08:39 – Dry Heat and Hell's Kitchen 1:11:10 – What’s on Tap? Round 3 1:33:43 – Vegas Helicopter Tours 1:38:05 – Talking About the Rio 1:51:04 – Cheap Plugs 1:54:30 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 37:35 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #FamilyChaos #KiddersLog #STLV60 #StarTrek #StarTrek60 #LasVegas #VegasVlog #StarTrekConvention #TrekInVegas #TravelVlog #STLV2026 #StarTrek60 #StarTrekLasVegas #VegasStrip #SciFiConvention #LCLGeek #VegasDining #BismarckND #PodcastLife

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Beer, Blues, and BS - a podcast that invites you to pour yourself a cold beverage, pull up a chair, and enjoy the company of good friends. Hosts Howard Blues and Mark Kidder share stories, discuss hobbies and what’s on tap. Topics: TV/Movies Beer, whiskey, and other libations Video games Board games Hockey - Go Avs! Go Sioux! Music and Tales of our Glorious Past! Hosts: Mark Kidder earned his title of ”The Man, The Myth, The Legend” after hosting the #1 rated rock show per capita in the nation for three years running. After retiring from radio at the top of his game, Mark is once again rocking the mic. Kidder is not shy about sharing his love of rock, hockey, Star Trek, and good whisky. Howard Blues is the man with too many hobbies. While podcasting may be his newest one, he also attempts to enjoy board gaming, painting models, playing video games, and writing. His reputation is that of a silent historian with the occasional one-liner, but he is excited to talk about hockey, Star Wars, board games, and his newest adventure fatherhood.