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Gilbert Gottfried

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#263: Sisyphus! Sisyphus!! Sisyphus!!!

July 24, 2026

Ben discovers Scott hasn't heard a specific Beatles song's background vocals are "Frère Jacques," sparking debate about whether Beatles deep cuts exist and discussion of Paul McCartney's distinctive bass lines that reportedly annoyed his bandmates. The conversation meanders through game show memories, with Gabe revealing he grew up competing with his five brothers to win Name That Tune so the victor could sit on the couch instead of the floor, and Scott attending an STP show in Montana where Herb embarrassed him by wearing a Red Cross shirt—referencing the band's well-known "Big Bang Baby" resemblance to Red Cross's sound. Scott compares Gabe's vinyl shipping operation to Sisyphus repeatedly pushing a boulder uphill, though Gabe doesn't recognize the Greek mythology reference and has to look it up.

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#217: Ooh, Baby!

May 2, 2025

Scott and Justine Lucas recently had a baby girl named Scottie Rose. Scott discusses the challenges of new parenthood, including lack of sleep and an overabundance of unsolicited advice, while sharing candid thoughts on his evolving relationship with his newborn daughter.

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#200: Hey, everybody! It’s our 200th episode!!!

December 5, 2024

Scott, Gabe and Ben celebrate the 200th episode of their Lifers podcast. They reminisce about how the show started, bring in some regular guest panelists, and discuss running gags from the show's history like asking guests to choose between the bands The Replacements and Iron Maiden. The hosts also ponder ideas for future episodes beyond the 200 milestone.

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#156: 156. QUITTERS - Starring Freda Love Smith!!!

February 2, 2024

Freda Love Smith discusses her new book "Quit Everything", which explores her experiences giving up alcohol, sugar, caffeine, social media and other vices. While not a self-help guide, the book examines the role of addiction and the challenges and benefits of quitting things in midlife. Smith also talks about drinking songs and the sometimes problematic ways alcohol is romanticized in pop culture.

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#94: Road Report #16: Charlotte Rambling

December 3, 2022

Scott, Gabe and Ryan discuss various topics including the U.S. World Cup soccer team's performance, the movie Ghost, and their favorite Christmas songs. They also listen to humorous songs like "PPAP (Pen Pineapple Apple Pen)" and "Poopoo Peepee" and debate the merits of different novelty magazines from their youth.

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#39: Road Report #8: LIFERS Re-Tour Final Three (part one)

November 6, 2021

In this episode, the band Local H performs the first two of three final shows on their tour with Radkey at Shank Hall in Milwaukee. Fans share personal stories and memories of seeing Local H over the years. After the second show, frontman Scott Lucas reflects on the performances and tour with Radkey member Dee Radke and podcast host Ben Reiser backstage.

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#22: Jeff Murphy

July 9, 2021

Scott Lucas of the band Local H talks with Jeff Murphy of the band Shoes about their shared experiences growing up and starting bands in Zion, Illinois. They discuss the challenges and benefits of coming from a small town with strict rules, Shoes' early home recordings and unique album-making process, and working with record labels. Throughout the conversation, Murphy shares fascinating stories about Shoes' career and imparts valuable wisdom about staying true to your musical vision.