EPISODES
Oscar Slaps (with Tammy Pescatelli)
John Heffron and Jon Reep are joined by Tammy Pescatelli to talk about the “slap heard around the world” when Will Smith attacked Chris Rock on the Academy Awards...
Monetizing Online Content with Teddy Burriss, Burriss Consulting Inc.
Is becoming an internet influencer part of your business plan? How about figuring out how to monetize your online content? This month’s Entrepreneur Exchange features Teddy Burriss with Burriss Consulting, Inc.,...
Ask Betty, Mukbanging with Mom’Osa and Happy Birthday Jon!
It’s a special birthday episode of COUNTRY-ish, as Jon welcomes his mother (Mom’osa) into the studio to celebrate! Jon’s mother shares stories from the day of Jon’s birth, including...
March Madness Special 2022
It’s Chad and Hank’s “One Shining Moment”… it’s the BIG FAN March Madness Special 2022. From bracket busters to crazy mascots, it’s here! Also included in this episode, a...
Justify Your Junk (with Tim Wilkins)
Comedian, Actor, TV and Radio Guy Tim Wilkins joins John Heffron and the vacationing Jon Reep for another episode of “Heffron and Reep”. We’ve got your cutting boards, your Hulk...
Extending Your Smart Home
Advances in home automation have opened up a lot of opportunities to integrate your devices and voice throughout your home…but the three main automation platforms (Amazon, Google, Apple)...
Turning Red Windfall
“Turning Red” is out now on Disney+. Alan & Chris share their thoughts on this latest animation effort by Pixar as well as the new Netflix thriller “Windfall” starring Jason...
Differing Perspectives and Conflicting Goals Between Adult Children and Aging Parents
Caring for an aging parent or loved one can be a great privilege, giving us the opportunity to give back to our parents. Caregiving also, however, is often challenging, particularly...
DOLLY PARTON, TOM BRADY’S BALL, RESIDUAL CHECKS AND A KID STUCK IN A TREE!
In this week’s episode of COUNTRY-ish, comedian/actor Jon Reep and co-host Sebastian ask the question “Have you ever been stuck in a tree?” In BEST TRENDS, Dolly Parton refuses...
TV Features
The television has long been one of the cornerstones of our home technology lives…but if you haven’t shopped for a TV recently, you might be a little overwhelmed by...
Welcome to Pooh Corner (with Reno Collier)
Actors, comedians, and Internet sensations John Heffron and Jon Reep welcome fellow comedian Reno Collier to this week’s show. Did you know the classic story of “Three Little Pigs”...
Finale Night Recap!
> Join Meredith and Dad as they discuss the two-night finale of Clayton’s season. They dissect everything that Clayton did wrong, the rose ceremony from hell, and Susie’s exit and...
Take That Ken Jennings!
We may not know the middle name of the 3rd wife of Switzerland’s 2nd president – but – We. Know. Pop. Culture! Join MM and Janette as they give...
Black-ish, International Women & a Company Pays Dog Owners to Smell Poop
In this episode, it’s International Women’s Day so Jon joins in on the global celebration to commemorate women and revisits pen pal Natalia Orlova from Ukraine. Plus Jon decides...
Apple Watch
Over the past several years, the Apple Watch has challenged the way we think about wearables…but does it have the same use and allure as it did when it...
Tainted Love and Peanut Butter Crunch
Jon Reep and John Heffron talk about the real meaning of the song “Tainted Love”, the latest New Kids on the Block song, John’s dealings with TSA and airline...
The Fresh Batman
When it was announced that Robert Pattinson was donning the cape & cowl to play the caped crusader of vigilante justice the internet was on fire with hot takes. Now...
I Love YOU The Most!
Join Meredith and Dad as they discuss all the drama of Fantasy Suite week. They talk about Clayton’s confessions of love, his fallout with Susie, and everything he did wrong...
Insurance for Small Business with Brian Garrison, On Point Consulting
Insurance isn’t sexy, but it’s a necessity to protect your assets and your business. The Entrepreneur Exchange welcomes Brian Garrison to the podcast to discuss the types of insurance a...
Fat Tuesday, Sam Elliot, Women’s History Month & Election Left Comic Standing
In this episode, Jon reveals his first political ad about his run for Mayor of Hickory. In BEST TRENDS, it’s Women’s History Month so the guys celebrate three very special...
February 2022 Brothers in Tech Suggestions (BITS)
It is the episode that needs no introduction…but we are going to require Alan to do it anyway, just so he can remind us who came up with the...
Arch Wrap Up, Mayor Jon Reep? and 92Chicken
In this episode hosts Moose, Richard, Mark and Clise discuss the recent Arch developments, Jon Reep’s Mayoral candidacy, housing developments in Hickory, and review 92Chicken – Korean Style Chicken...
Red Dawn, Volkswagen Vans, and The Love Boat (with Jamie Bendall)
John Heffron is out for the week, so comedian/actor Jon Reep talks about his bid for Mayor of his hometown of Hickory and then welcomes special guest Jamie Bendall. Jamie is...
She’s a Lovable Dingbat
Join Meredith and Dad as they dive into hometown dates. They discuss the families being too nice to Clayton, Gabby’s grandpa, and Dads being the gold standard of dating....
JOHNNY DARE, 2’S DAY, DOWN SYNDROME, MATTHEW STAFFORD & THE HICKORY ARCHES ARE FALLING DOWN
In this is episode it’s Tuesday, 2/22/22 aka the number “2’s Day” and Jon & Marc get together and talk about Jon’s new bandanna outfit, getting in the Focus...
Furniture Tech
That sofa you have in your living room…it’s not just for sitting anymore! Well, actually it is…but it may have some cool new features to enhance your sitting pleasure....
The Who’s Who of Podcasting
John Heffron and Jon Reep welcome fellow comedian GREG WARREN to the show to talk youth wrestling, President’s Day, the movie ELECTION, John’s “REACHER” style approach to traveling and...
The Sky is Everywhere Kimi
Kicking off this episode we’ve got reviews of Steven Soderbergh’s “Kimi” and Josephine Decker’s “The Sky is Everywhere”. These are followed by a Trailer Tapas section featuring discussions of the...
Disney Villian of the Jersey Shore
Join Meredith and Dad as they discuss the Sarah drama, couples therapy, and Susie’s one-on-one date. They also talk about the finale previews and give an update on their...
*sigh* The Hickory Arches
Welp… The Hickory Arches are unfortunately no more. Join Moose, McNally, and Erica on this episode as they unpack the last few days, the range of emotions, buck stopping,...
Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent & a Mayor Thinks Ice Fishing Leads to Prostitution
In this episode, Jon and Marc get together and talk about Jon’s weekend in Kansas City, which included swapping shirts with a guy at a show and getting a...
Being the C’mon C’mon Ricardos
The Oscar nominations for the year in film that was 2021 have been announced. The hosts share their thoughts on the news as well as film reviews of BEING...
Hot Sauces and Cutting Boards
John Heffron and Jon Reep are joined by their ladies on Valentine’s Day for a special HEFFRON & REEP episode. The foursome discusses hot sauces, Wilson Phillips, and cutting...
CES Reactions
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is a yearly event in which we get a glimpse of the future of consumer technology…sparking tech enthusiasts like us to dream (and drool)...
The Super Bowl Hangover
Chad and Hank are back for a Super Edition of BIG FAN! Included in this episode … NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl recap, Hank’s Funky Wings, The Best Super...
The NEW Luggage Monkey
Join Meredith and Dad as they FINALLY get to talk about Shanae getting sent home, finding love in Croatia, and Mara emerging as the new villain. They also talk about...
Boo! Hiss!
Where do we start? The Queen is making arrangements and Kayne is making public posts. Staten Island gets a new space and Nathan Chen is melting hearts. Janette has a hometown...
Physical Activity in The Prevention of Cognitive Decline and Dementia
Dementia is at an all-time high in America. Many adult children are starting to notice declines in their aging parents. In this podcast, we learn about ways that we...
Joe Rogan, Ryan Sickler, The N-Word, & Boy Scout Steals Car!
In this episode the whole crew is here and they talk about American Airlines leaving Jon stranded in Hartford, then they read sweet, loving Valentines Day cards to their...
March 2022 Brothers in Tech Suggestions (BITS)
Oh yeah…it’s that time again. The BiTS episode! Time for the Brothers to try and impress each other with a recommended technology (e.g., app, device, service), and see who...