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  1. 14h ago

    Episode 165: Rush Tour Predictions

    Send us Fan Mail We had to go into the pantry to pull this episode off the shelf.  From April. Cheez-It rehabSafety offSerious Rush conversation (Mark even says something nice)Song of the WeekOrdinary World--Duran DuranThe Things We Do for Love--10ccLost Boys rant and a halfMovie Fight!Cracker wheelsRod & Custom ShowExpensive hobby1993 hit list#NewtsAppleValleyMN The Ascertainers@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook and visit for some vintage audio clips Duran Duran - Ordinary World (Official Music Video) 10cc - The Things We Do For Love

    37 min

  2. Jun 12

    Episode 164: Y is The Billy Preston of Vowels

    Send us Fan Mail No real topic on this one, but we cover a lot of ground.  pretty easy listen.  Enjoy. Long Pants TheoryKevin NealonAgree to agreeKevin Harlan and Trent TuckerBrady vs RomoNYCHorse napThe BreadwinnerMr EdOld sitcoms & SpinoffsSong of the Week:Possum Kingdom--The ToadiesSea of Joy--Blind FaithChili talk--The LoonToadies show reviewShoutout Mike from Montana and RandyKnee Job#NewtsAppleValley TheAcertainers@gmail.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lj6a__KgDC8&list=RDlj6a__KgDC8&start_radio=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAalP0jeqV4  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=possum+kingdom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOZ5VcQIiFc&list=RDcOZ5VcQIiFc&start_radio=1

    41 min

  3. Jun 5

    Episode 163: More Cover Songs

    Send us Fan Mail We revisit an unending topic with cover tunes this week.  Fair amount of hazing to go along with some laughs. Song Sung BlueCock-eyedSide effectsGolf recapMark's new MotorbikePressure cookerPun of the DayGet on over to Newt'sInverted golf courseSong of the WeekSugaree--Jorma KaukonenLove Hurts--The Everly BrothersCover songsVH did it rightGrammar meltdownBill ShatnerPearl Jam covers Pink FloydBlack Crowes guy covers Velvet UndergroundFoo Fighters cover The DoorsJoan Jett covers The ArrowsPearl Jam and Post Malone cover Jay Frank Wilson & the CavaliersHot or hideous (nothing in between)#NewtsAppleValleyMN TheAscertainers@gmail.com The Ascertainers | Facebook Jorma Kaukonen -- Sugaree Everly Brothers - Love Hurts (AUDIO RESTORED) William Shatner "Sings" 'Rocket Man' 1978

    41 min

  4. May 29

    Episode 162: Yungblud Wasn't That Bad

    Send us Fan Mail We're joined by Jim's wife for this one.  We cover a bit of ground and have some laughs. Big WhackMoney back guaranteeIncenseRIP Wolves and WildVictoire'MN sports futilityDystopianFacial recognitionSchlitzYungblud concert reviewThe opposite of David Lee RothMark's Green Day connectionSongs of the Week:Vascular--PierreLove Removal Machine--The CultHappy Birthday Mark!#NewtsAppleValleyMN TheAscertainers@gmail.com Pierre - "Vascular" The Cult - Love Removal Machine HD - YouTube YUNGBLUD - Hello Heaven, Hello (Official Music Video) - YouTube (the good part starts at 2:50) Dillinger Four - Doublewhiskeycokenoice  (You be the judge--did Green Day rip them off?)

    45 min

  5. May 22

    Episode 161: What if the Bee Gee's Were Hot?

    Send us Fan Mail Get ready with us as we talk about places we shop...  No, really, it's a decent episode. Big box bourbonCostco virginOn to AldiGator RollRIP Dave MasonGolf smackCareful in trafficRIP Joe SenserSongs of the Week:ETI-- Blue Öyster Cult How Can You Mend a Broken Heart--Bee Gee'sWhat if they were hot?Watch the Bee Gee's documentary form around 2020Chest hair#NewtsAppleValleyMN #BestSponsorEver TheAscertainers@gmail.com Blue Öyster Cult - E.T.I. (Extra Terrestrial Intelligence) (Live) 10/9/1981 [Digitally Restored] Bee Gees - How Can You Mend A Broken Heart (Live in Las Vegas, 1997 - One Night Only) It’s The PERFECT Cover 🤫⛳️ #golf #golfer #golflife

    40 min

  6. May 15

    Episode 160: Sidney Crosby Stills, Nash & Young

    Send us Fan Mail We talk a bit of sports on this one, hence the Wheel of Fortune Before and After-inspired title.  IYKYK... Mark's family recapKeep it ShrimpleGreen RoomYungblud previewNewt's--Not a Bad Seat in the HouseSpecial Newt's shoutout--SarahBest in ShowThe Farting ContestNerd AlertKaren flashbackSelf-righteousBoilermakersNocturnal Mom'sVaccuumsSongs of the Week:Don't Be Cruel--Billy SwanIs She Hiding a Broken Heart--Remo DriveNeil Young vs Diamond DaveMinnesota Sports DisappointmentJoe Pesci or Joe Piscopo?#NewtsAppleValleyMN #SarahRocks TheAscertainers@gmail.com Billy Swan - Don't Be Cruel (Audio) Dusty Springfield - Son of a Preacher Man (Official Audio) Remo Drive "Is She Hiding a Broken Heart" New/Unreleased Song LIVE - YouTube

    44 min

  7. May 8

    Episode 159: Mark's Family Circus Part 2

    Send us Fan Mail Now that we are all comfortable with one another.....  Adjust your volume accordingly. Introductions5K memoriesReading glassesNewt's--Good Food, Good TimesNeighborhood bandAre you comfortable?We Are Family--Sister SledgeYou're My Girl--April WineLovely Day--Bill WithersShoutout our logo designer--SelenaJim's joke fails miserablySweet Caroline--Neil DiamondState FairRIP PrinceJulio Iglesias ConcertBad BunnyKaren--our own version of AlexaCrippledHistoric documentTattoos#NewtsAppleValley TheAscertainers@gmail.com

    42 min

  8. May 1

    Episode 158: Mark's Mom and Sisters

    Send us Fan Mail Buckle up!  We've got 8 voices on this one (Jim's wife is on too).  Mark's Mom is an absolute DELIGHT!  And sister Karen let Jim live. Welcome Renee, Denise, Polli, Karen and Marlene (with Kris in the background)Bible terminologyCoolio?6th grader at a Pat Benatar concert Newt's gets a 4 star Yelp reviewMars, the pulltab queenEver been arrested?Mark is an AngelJC PenneyThe Pine TreeBackyard campoutMars and Ellie?2 pots a day...Poor duckTwinsNice watchFirst cocert?  Led ZeppelinCard clubDinosaurs#NewtsIsTheBest TheAscertainers@gmail.com

    48 min
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Music Musings & Other Drivel

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  • Creator
    The Ascertainers
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    165
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Ascertainers
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