EPISODES
Isolation and Social Engagement
Research affirms the importance of staying active as we age and how detrimental isolation is, but Covid has made efforts to keep older loved ones engaged particularly challenging. Cheryl Greenberg,...
Nate Bargatze, A Big Residual Check Game, IKEA Sleepovers and Persimmons?
In this week’s episode, Jon shares stories and pictures from his recent travels to Virginia Beach and Nashville where he spent some time with STEVE BYRNE, THEO VON, and...
Cables, Cords, and Dongles… oh my!
As we brainstormed about what topics would be the most exciting and engaging for our audience, we couldn’t think of anything better than…cables. No, not cable (as in TV)…just cables…you...
Manufactured Drama
Join Meredith and Dad as they discuss the Men Tell All and all of the manufactured drama that comes with it. They talk about their favorite arguments of the...
King Richard Tick Boom
Awards season has arrived. Will Smith is generating buzz for his work as Richard Williams in “King Richard”. Andrew Garfield is also turning heads with his performance as Jonathon Larson in...
9th Annual Business Lessons from the Movies
It’s a MESH holiday tradition…the Entrepreneur Exchange “Business Lessons from the Movies” Podtacular edition, as hosts Jeff Neuville and Gary Muller are joined by the founders of the Footcandle...
Kid Rock, Hillbillies in the Holler, Sports Trivia and Canceled Wizards
In this week’s episode, comedian and actor Jon Reep and his COUNTRY-ish crew talk about Christmas decorations and celebrate National Mason Jar Day, National Personal Space Day, and National...
Video Sharing
Picture this…you happen to have your phone out when the most amazing thing happens (e.g., your cat opens the refrigerator), and you capture it on video. Of course, you...
The Matchbox 20 of Comedy (with Brad Williams)
John Heffron welcomes special guest comedian Brad Williams to take Jon Reep‘s place on this week’s episode. Join John and Brad as they talk about life as a comedian,...
Don’t Call It a Comeback
Chad and Hank are back for another jam-packed edition of BIG FAN! Included in this episode, Hank’s extensive jacket collection, the Roadie App to the rescue, NC State vs....
LOVE & RESPECT
Join Meredith and Dad as they dive into Michelle’s hometown dates. They talk about their favorite families and some of the awkward moments from the hometown dates. They also...
Bitchin’ About Covert Narcissists and “How Old is This?!?”
When you think about narcissists you probably think of those out-there “LOOK AT ME!!!” People we all roll our eyes at. But, meanwhile, covert narcissists are lurking in the dark. Covert...
Alphabet Soup For Caring for an Aging Adult
As we provide care for an aging loved one, we encounter lots of terms and abbreviations that can be confusing. This podcast will help listeners understand some of the “Alphabet...
Thanksgiving Side Dishes and Beer Stream Wishes
In this episode Jon & Stamos get together and talk about Thanksgiving and ask listeners “what’s your least favorite side dish”? Jon talks about performing in a Corvette Museum...
Never Gonna Give TikTok Up
Join comedians John Heffron and Jon Reep as they review John’s recent Amazon purchase, talk about the need for Artificial Intelligent Bartenders, watch TikTok videos of the Island Boys and...
“I’d Prefer Skinny-Dipping”
Join Meredith and Dad as they discuss Michelle’s students, Martin’s demise, and Clayton’s air time. They also talk through the latest Bachelor Nation news as well as their thoughts...
Digital Legacy
What could be more exciting than an episode discussing the day when we permanently “leave the building” (aka, die)? Well…an episode about death and technology, of course! In all honestly,...
The BIG FAN Thanksgiving Special
Hank and Chad are back for a full cornucopia episode. Included in this all so special Thanksgiving Special, Hank’s Top 5 Thanksgiving sides, Chad’s man scarves, What is Better?...
Kyle Rittenhouse, Cam Newton, Residual Checks, & Good Tackling Pastors!
In this episode Jon and Sebastian are back from the Reep’s Peeps Comedy Cruise so they share some pictures and talk about the amazing time they had with all the fans and the shenanigans...
Old School Beefs
Join comedians John Heffron and Jon Reep as they discuss the “High T” level in most comedians, how John bought a bunch of property… in the “meta-verse”?… including the...
French Eternal Tammy Faye Dispatch
The Hollywood release floodgates are truly open as we near the end of 2021. For that reason, our hosts opted for not the usual two but three reviews of recent...
The Bjorn Borg of The Bachelorette
Join Meredith and Dad as they dive into the first week of dates in Minneapolis. They discuss Joe’s date and his potential with Michelle, Meredith’s new idea for group...
The Mullet of the Holiday Decor
The girls are getting ready for the Holidays… sort of. But before they deck all the halls, they have some topics to discuss: The Astroworld Tragedy: Does Travis Scott ever come...
Talkin’ Dolly Parton, Veteran’s Day, Mukbanging, and MR. SHOWTIME!
Join Jon Reep and his COUNTRY-ish crew as they talk about the BEST TRENDS, do some MUKBANGING WITH MOM’OSA, celebrate Veteran’s Day, and chat with David Scott (“MR. SHOWTIME”)!...
“I’m Thoroughly Uncomfortable”
Meredith and Dad are back to break down this week’s episode of the Bachelorette. They discuss Martin’s hair, the slumber party group date, and the normalcy of Rick’s one-on-one. They...
Mobile Gaming
It is estimated that around 2.5 billion people (~1/3 of the world’s population) play video games…a market size of over $170 billion in 2020. But, these are no longer...
Pete Davidson and a Kardashian, a Sex Toy Stabbing and Reno Collier!
This week, Jon and his crew talk about the latest BEST TRENDS including Pete Davidson dating a Kardashian, and Jon’s former co-star Kal Penn coming out. Next, Jon chats...
Basement Dance Club
Comedians John Heffron and Jon Reep discuss thoughts for a “That’s How We Roll 2” tour of skating rinks, John’s new basement dance club, mocking smiles, and John’s engagement.
Dune Night in Soho
Two big new releases from two big directors mean we have two big new reviews on this episode of Footcandle Films. We begin with Denis Villeneuve’s take on the classic...
He’s Too Good For This
Join Meredith and Dad as they dive into this week’s episode of the Bachelorette! They discuss Jamie’s downfall, Nayte being too good for the show, and Rodney’s one-on-one date....
Starting a Software Business with Brandon Lee, Terra Dotta
This month’s Entrepreneur Exchange focuses on starting a software business…or is it an enterprise solutions business? Brandon Lee, one of the founders of Terra Dotta and now a golf course...
Halloween in Hickory, Trolling Nick Cannon, Candy Corn and Walls of Poop
It’s Halloween and the whole crew is dressed up for the 100th episode of COUNTRY-ish! Who had the best costume? Also, did Sebastian hit and kill a guy on...
News Apps & Services
Whether you are interested in good news, bad news, or fake news…there is no shortage of news content for our consumption and no shortage of methods for consuming it....
BIG FAN’s Halloween Spooktacular 2021
Chad and Hank are back for the BIG FAN Halloween Spooktacular 2021! The boys had a big week and they’re going to tell you all about their adventures… from...
We Had a Good Run with Alonzo Bodden
Comedians John Heffron and Jon Reep welcome Alonzo Bodden to talk bombing on stage, how they’re going to get replaced by Artificial Intelligence, safety on film sets, and Dave...
“I Got My Rose Robbed!”
Meredith and Dad are back to discuss Michelle’s first dates as well as new Bachelor Nation updates. They talk through the men’s intelligence levels, the basketball group date, and...
Baby Please!
We get straight to the point this episode since Mary-Margaret figures she has already wasted enough time in her life by watching Squid Game. The Chatters try to equal...
Jon Lovitz, Football Fights, Trolling Lil’ Baby & Karens in the Sky!
In this week’s episode Jon and Sebastian get together and talk about recent shows Jacksonville, FL as well as a local community & entertainment newspaper in Hickory called the ‘FOCUS’ where the guys are...
Everybody Was Cane Fighting!
Comedians John Heffron and Jon Reep talk about ambient noise in a comedy club, how John lost his iPad, difficult featured performers, and cane fighting.
Power of the Gucci West Side Story Dog
What type of film are you looking to see? A bigger-than-life, based on a real-life story of murder and betrayal? How about a slow burn western with a twist? Maybe you’re more...