The Salty Bastards Podcast

The Salty Bastards

“This is The Salty Bastards Podcast — where trauma meets dark humor, and no one’s feelings are safe. We’re your hosts: Chris, Wayne, and Mark — three first responders who’ve had enough of the polite b******t, or maybe just a little salty.

Episodes

  1. Jun 12

    Season 2, Episode 3: DJ Danny D!

    This week, the Salty Bastards welcome the one and only DJ Danny D to the show! Before we get into the chaos, we kick things off by reminiscing about the old days and swapping stories about the trucks, cars, and rolling death traps we used to drive. From questionable modifications to breakdowns at the worst possible times, it's a nostalgic ride down memory lane filled with horsepower, bad decisions, and plenty of laughs. We also take a trip back to the glory days when we all used to hang out and somehow survived. Danny D gives us a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of a DJ, along with the legendary Jack in the Box Hooker Story that absolutely nobody asked for—but everyone needs to hear. Meanwhile, Wayne revisits his infamous drunken adventure involving Jack in the Box tacos, poor decision-making, and what may or may not have been a personal record. As always, Ass Chief storms into the conversation like a raging toddler who skipped nap time and drank three energy drinks, causing the usual chaos and confusion. We also answer listener questions, and while things start off light and hilarious, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns into some real, gritty topics. It's laughs, stories, nostalgia, old trucks, bad choices, and just enough honesty to keep things interesting. And just when you think things couldn't get any more out of hand, Capt and Ass Chief spend the final stretch of the episode doing everything possible to irritate Sheriff Wayne. What starts as harmless poking quickly turns into a full-blown campaign of annoyance, testing Wayne's patience and proving that some friendships are built almost entirely on giving each other a hard time. Grab a drink, buckle up, and join the Bastards for another wild ride that proves growing older doesn't necessarily mean growing up. Warning: This episode contains strong language, questionable life choices, sketchy vehicles, Jack in the Box stories, and the attempted psychological torture of Sheriff Wayne.

    2h 12m
  2. Apr 11

    Season 2 Episode 2: 8 Hours, 1 New Boot, and a Whole Lotta Chaos

    This week on *The Salty Bastards Podcast*, the crew clocks in for a marathon recap of what happens when you mix EMS, questionable decision-making, and just enough caffeine to make it everyone else’s problem ☕🔥. Sheriff Wayne and Capt take us through their *totally normal* absolutely unhinged 🤪 8-hour EMS shift at a local event—because nothing says “community service” like chaos, dehydration, and people making bad life choices in public 🚑💀. Meanwhile, Capt vents about *that guy*… you know, the new boot goofin’ like he’s starring in his own highlight reel 🎥 while everyone else is just trying to survive the shift. Spoiler: Capt is not impressed 😒. But it’s not all salt and side-eyes—Capt gets real about why he’s been MIA, opening up about the mental demons he’s been wrestling behind the scenes 🧠💭. It’s honest, it’s heavy, and it’s a reminder that even the saltiest among us are still human under the grit ❤️. On a brighter (and much louder 📢) note, Markus Anthony and his absolute saint of a wife welcome a brand new baby boy into the madness 👶🎉—because clearly, this world needed *more* chaos. Congrats to them… and good luck sleeping ever again 😴😂. To top it off, Sheriff Wayne gifts Capt a book 📚—either a heartfelt gesture of friendship or a subtle jab depending on how you read into it 🤔. Honestly, with this crew, it could go either way. It’s laughter, it’s real talk, it’s a little bit reckless, and just the right amount of salty 🧂🔥. Tune in—you’ve earned it 🎧.

    1h 35m
  3. 11/27/2025

    Episode 5: Wayne's Words of Wisdom

    Buckle up, Bastards, because Episode 5 is a rollercoaster of emotions, awkward pauses, and salty wisdom. 🎢💥 This week, Wayne takes a break from his usual antics to call his wife live on the air and talk about the epic saga of the birth of his firstborn. Spoiler alert: It involves a hospital, some questionable timing, and a few moments of pure chaos. Think Grey's Anatomy, but with less romance and more panic. 👶🏼🚑😂 Then Wayne dives into the book Brotherhood Is a Verb—a thoughtful gift from Captain Robinson. Wayne reads like he’s auditioning for an audiobook... if the book was written in Wayne's language. 📖🗣️ (We think he might skip a chapter or two, but the heart is there.) Meanwhile, Mark has a release, and let’s just say, the guy really needed to vent. If feelings were bricks, we’re pretty sure Mark just built himself a whole new house. 😤🏠💬 We’re also joined by Boot, our guest speaker who brings the perfect balance of wisdom, confusion, and possibly snacks—tune in to find out! 👢🎤🍪 Wayne then opens up about his first traumatic call in the department. No humor here, just real talk about the weight of those first tough moments. Respectful, raw, and honest. 🙏🖤 But don’t worry, things take a hard left turn after that because the SCBA Challenge is ON: Chris vs. Marcus Anthony Copeland. The two Bastards lock in a date, and it’s about to get sweaty—literally. 💪🔥 Tune in for hospital chaos, emotional meltdowns, guest wisdom, and a showdown that’s probably going to end with someone passing out. Episode 5 is the perfect mix of salty, heartfelt, and ridiculous. 🧂🤡🔥

    2h 5m

Ratings & Reviews

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“This is The Salty Bastards Podcast — where trauma meets dark humor, and no one’s feelings are safe. We’re your hosts: Chris, Wayne, and Mark — three first responders who’ve had enough of the polite b******t, or maybe just a little salty.