Ryan and returning guest Zip from the "No Redeeming Qualities Podcast" in Texas tackle the top 10 most popular breakfast foods across North America, blending pre-show banter about oversleeping, COVID reopenings, tornado survival, and military rivalries with a carb-heavy countdown from donuts to eggs. As a keto devotee, Ryan mourns lost loves like hash browns and pancakes while praising bacon and sausage; Zip shares childhood tales of powdered milk oatmeal and bulk cereal hacks. They debate textures (waffle crisp vs. pancake spreadability), cultural staples (biscuits and gravy vs. Canadian porridge), fruit sharpness, and universal egg appeal—exploring preparations, health illusions, and quirky add-ons like dinosaur eggs—before crowning the "worst" breakfast item in humorous, hunger-inducing detail.
Ryan Rebalkin (@RyanRebalkin) rocks out with guest Craig Cohen (@MrCraigCohen) to dissect KISS's landmark 1976 album Destroyer—the band's fourth studio release and first with producer Bob Ezrin, marking a shift from raw hard rock to theatrical, orchestral bombast. As the Starchild (Paul Stanley), Demon (Gene Simmons), Spaceman (Ace Frehley), and Catman (Peter Criss) donned full makeup and pyrotechnics, Destroyer delivered iconic anthems like "Detroit Rock City," "Shout It Out Loud," and "Beth," alongside deeper cuts such as "God of Thunder," "Flaming Youth," and the epic "Great Expectations." The duo dives track-by-track into Ezrin's polished production, the New York Dolls-inspired "King of the Night Time World," Criss's ballad breakthrough, Frehley's solo spotlight, and the album's cultural impact—certified platinum, spawning KISS's signature live spectacle—before debating filler moments and crowning the disc's "worst" song in true critical, tongue-in-cheek fashion.
In this episode of "The Worst of the Best Podcast," host Ryan from Canada welcomes back guest Zip from the "No Redeeming Qualities Podcast" and overlord of Gamma Gator Productions to dissect 10 of the dumbest and most dangerous internet challenges that have gone viral, from fiery mishaps to bizarre self-harm trends. Kicking off with casual banter about census work, kidney stones, and extreme weather, they explore challenges like the Fire Challenge (setting flammable liquids ablaze on skin), Condom Snorting (inhaling prophylactics through the nose), Banana Sprite (force-vomiting via overconsumption), Salt and Ice (inducing frostbite), Cinnamon (lung-damaging dust inhalation), Kylie Jenner Lip (vacuum-plumping disasters), Hot Pepper (Carolina Reaper-induced hospitalizations), 24-Hour Fort (trespassing in stores), Hot Coil (branding with stove burners), and the sinister Blue Whale (50-day suicide incitement). Blending humor, personal anecdotes, and warnings about real injuries, hospitalizations, and deaths, they debate accessibility, stupidity, and societal influences before crowning the "worst" challenge in true podcast fashion.
Ryan Rebalkin (@RyanRebalkin) reunites with guest Doug Greenberg (@DCGreenberg) from the "Rocky Minute Podcast" to dissect Disc 2 of Anthrax's 2005 compilation Anthrology: No Hit Wonders (1985–1991), spotlighting the evolving thrash mastery of the Joey Belladonna era across State of Euphoria (1988) and Persistence of Time (1990), plus standout EP cuts. As Big Four thrash icons—Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Dan Spitz, and Belladonna—Anthrax fused blistering riffs, social commentary, and eclectic covers, all freshly remastered for this reunion-tied release. The hosts tackle all 15 tracks, from epic openers like "Be All, End All" and the Trust cover "Antisocial" (in English and French) to brooding heavies "Keep It in the Family" and "Belly of the Beast," plus the rap-metal milestone "Bring Tha Noise" with Public Enemy and the frenetic Joe Jackson cover "Got the Time," debating production tweaks, lyrical depth, and crossover experiments before hilariously selecting the disc's "worst" song amid fan-favorite riffs and mosh-worthy energy.
In this episode of "The Worst of the Best Podcast," host Ryan Rebalkin (@RyanRebalkin) teams up with returning guest Doug Greenberg (@DCGreenberg), host of the "Rocky Minute Podcast," to dive into Disc 1 of Anthrax's 2005 compilation Anthrology: No Hit Wonders (1985–1991), a remastered collection celebrating the band's thrash metal heyday with Joey Belladonna on vocals. As one of the "Big Four" thrash pioneers from New York—alongside core members Scott Ian, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, and Dan Spitz—Anthrax blended punk aggression, hardcore riffs, and humorous lyrics across albums like Spreading the Disease (1985), Among the Living (1987), and EPs such as I'm the Man. The duo breaks down all 15 tracks, from high-octane openers like "A.I.R." and "Madhouse" to iconic mosh-pit anthems "Caught in a Mosh" and "Indians," sharing production insights, cultural nods (like the Black Sabbath cover "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath"), and fan-favorite debates, before crowning the disc's "worst" song in true podcast spirit—highlighting why these "no-hit wonders" remain thrash essentials despite lacking chart-toppers.
Ryan and guests Ed and Aaron from State Your Take join to dissect Spider-Man movie franchises under the show's signature lens of finding the "worst" amid the best, tracing the web-slinger's cinematic journey from Sam Raimi's groundbreaking 2002 Spider-Man trilogy with Tobey Maguire, through the divisive Andrew Garfield Amazing Spider-Man reboots, to Tom Holland's MCU-integrated triumphs in Homecoming and Far From Home; the trio celebrates iconic villains like Willem Dafoe's Green Goblin and Michael Keaton's Vulture, laments studio meddling that crammed too many antagonists into films like Spider-Man 3 and Amazing Spider-Man 2, and crowns Holland's youthful, quippy Peter Parker as the ultimate portrayal while debating box-office impacts, chemistry with love interests like Kirsten Dunst's MJ and Zendaya's Michelle, and the heartbreak of Gwen Stacy's death.
Join us as we breakdown and review all of Bon Jovi's singles since their Greatest Hits compilation album that was released on October 29, 2010.
We in turn then pick what feel was the worst song from these set of singles.
Parts 1 and 2 covered Bon Jovi's Greatest Hits
Ryan Rebalkin, Evan Moody, and Andy “Groo” dive into Disc 1 of Bon Jovi’s 2010 Greatest Hits compilation, celebrating the New Jersey rock legends’ unstoppable run of arena anthems. The trio spins classics from “Livin’ on a Prayer” to “It’s My Life,” trading stories of hair-spray glory, power-ballad tears, and the exact moment every wedding DJ hits “You Give Love a Bad Name.” Laughter, hot takes, and one brutal vote for the disc’s weakest track keep the energy sky-high, setting the stage for Part 3’s look at every single Bon Jovi dropped after 2010.
Ryan teams up with Moody and Groo from the Nothing Worthwhile podcast for a rowdy, nostalgia-fueled breakdown of Disc 2 from Bon Jovi's 2010 Greatest Hits: The Ultimate Collection, the double-disc behemoth that recapped the hair-metal legends' stadium-shaking legacy with 12 fan-favorite deep cuts spanning Slippery When Wet to Have a Nice Day. The trio blasts through Richie Sambora's wailing solos on "Bad Medicine," debates the underrated groove of "Keep the Faith" versus the anthemic punch of "It's My Life," and geeks out over Jon Bon Jovi's raspy charisma on gems like "Born to Be My Baby" and "Everyday," while roasting the era's synth hooks and power-ballad cheese. They cap the disc with fiery takes on the new tracks—"No Apologies" for its gritty return-to-roots vibe, "The More Things Change" as a solid mid-tempo nod to evolution, "This Is Love, This Is Life" for its live-wire energy, and "What Do You Got?" as the disc's sleeper hit.
Ryan teams up with his brother Jason for a gut-busting countdown of 10 ways people turn everyday gross habits into cold hard cash, blending medical miracles, sideshow spectacles, and modern gigs that prove humanity's fascination with the nasty pays off. From donating ultra-healthy poop for $13,000 yearly fecal transplants combating C. diff, to force-feeding fast food for $3,500 in weight-gain studies, farting on command like 19th-century French star Le Petomane (who out-earned everyone with ocarina-accompanied blasts), and competitive eating champs like Joey Chestnut scarfing 74 hot dogs for $218,500 prizes, the duo cringes through burping ads, pimple-popping dermatologists earning $345K (plus Dr. Pimple Popper's 6M-sub YouTube empire), DNA spit sales, bathroom scouting apps, regurgitation acts swallowing live fish, and KFC's finger-licking contest.
Ryan from Canada and Drew from Florida kick off with lighthearted banter about Entourage fandom, quarantine beach woes, and coffee habits before diving into a provocative countdown of 10 unpleasant facts about John Lennon, peeling back the peace-icon myth to reveal a complex, flawed figure. From admitted spousal abuse against both wives Cynthia and Yoko Ono, emotional neglect of son Julian (including cutting him from the will), and pathological lies about his working-class roots, to breaking up The Beatles, political posing with groups like the Black Panthers, and perceived musical borrowing from R&B and Bob Dylan influences, the duo debates Lennon's hypocrisy in songs like "Imagine" versus his millionaire lifestyle and violent tendencies. They grapple with his conformist counterculture shifts, fame-chasing stunts, and talent rankings among Beatles, ultimately selecting spousal abuse and child abandonment as the most egregious flaws, while pondering if Lennon pioneered the troubled modern pop star archetype akin to Don Draper
Ryan reunites with his oldest sons, Kirtland and Logan, building on their Sing the Sorrow deep dive to unpack AFI's ambitious 2006 follow-up Decemberunderground, the platinum-selling juggernaut that catapulted the band to Billboard number one with its gothic-punk evolution. Produced once again by Jerry Finn, the album's sprawling soundscape—blending post-hardcore fury, synthwave shimmer, and emo introspection—features explosive singles like "Miss Murder" and "Love Like Winter," sparking lively debates on Davey Havok's haunting vocals, Jade Puget's atmospheric riffs, and themes of isolation in tracks like "The Interview" and "Endlessly, She Said." The trio swaps stories of blasting the record during road trips, geeking out over hidden bonuses like the INXS cover "Don't Change," and tracing AFI's shift from Warped Tour moshers to arena-ready icons, all while laughing about how the album's "eerie Cure-like" vibes soundtracked their punk awakenings and strengthened their father-son bond.
Ryan reunites with his oldest sons, Kirtland and Logan, in a cozy setup to celebrate their shared passion for AFI, the iconic punk rock outfit from the Wikipedia-noted origins in Ukiah, California. The trio dives deep into dissecting AFI's pivotal 2003 album Sing the Sorrow, reflecting on its explosive shift from hardcore roots to gothic-tinged emo anthems produced by Jerry Finn and Butch Vig, with tracks like "Girl's Not Grey" and "Silver and Cold" sparking animated debates on emotional lyrics, soaring choruses, and the band's breakthrough to platinum success. They reminisce about first discovering AFI through Warped Tour vibes and late-night spins, sharing laughs over the album's hidden spoken-word gems and its themes of sorrow, redemption, and celluloid dreams, while tying in personal stories of how the record's raw energy fueled their own punk explorations and family bonding moments.
Ryan and returning guest Zip from No Redeeming Qualities dive into a lighthearted discussion of the top 10 most popular North American breakfast foods, offering a welcome respite from the COVID-19 pandemic and a recent tornado that struck Zip’s small Texas town. Recorded with their signature blend of humor and cultural commentary, the duo explores staples like donuts, hash browns, oatmeal, and eggs, with Ryan lamenting his keto diet restrictions and Zip sharing quirky anecdotes, like eating bacon with a nipple or avoiding milk in cereal due to his mother’s gag reflex. They touch on regional differences (e.g., Canadian ginger fried beef, biscuits and gravy), tackle stereotypes about race and food, and each pick their least favorite breakfast item, while weaving in personal stories, like Zip’s emotional connection to his podcast’s “Squid Week” amidst his mother’s passing.
Ryan and guest Drew deliver a humorous and slightly unhinged breakdown of the top 10 bizarre celebrity items sold at auction, ranging from John Lennon’s ornate toilet to a jar allegedly containing Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s breath. The duo blends witty banter, personal anecdotes—like Ryan’s self-proclaimed Elvis-like lips and Drew’s cantankerous mood from the NBA season cancellation—with sharp commentary on the absurdity of paying thousands for items like Scarlett Johansson’s used tissue or William Shatner’s kidney stone. They debate the ethics of selling such memorabilia, crack jokes about “Barber-client privilege” and punny celebrity items (e.g., Brad Pitt’s pit), and ultimately pick their least desirable purchases, while offering a lighthearted escape from the grim pandemic backdrop.
Jason and Ryan dive headfirst into Megadeth’s 1992 blockbuster Countdown to Extinction, dissecting its polished ferocity, chart-topping success, and shift from thrash’s raw edge to radio-friendly heavy metal glory. With Dave Mustaine, Marty Friedman, David Ellefson, and Nick Menza at their commercial peak, the duo marvels at the album’s Grammy-nominated hooks, from the anthemic “Symphony of Destruction” to the eco-conscious title track, while debating its more accessible sound compared to Rust in Peace. They unpack Mustaine’s biting political commentary, share nostalgic tales of blasting “Sweating Bullets” in their youth, and lament the band’s later lineup turmoil, all while hyping the album’s enduring live energy and urging fans to rediscover its headbanging legacy.
Jason and Ryan embark on a riff-heavy journey through Megadeth's 1990 thrash metal masterpiece Rust in Peace, dissecting its blistering technicality, sociopolitical fury, and genre-defining guitar wizardry with the enthusiasm of die-hard fans. Recorded with the classic lineup of Dave Mustaine, Marty Friedman, David Ellefson, and Nick Menza fresh in mind, the duo praises the album's evolution from Mustaine's post-rehab clarity—sparked by a cheeky anti-nuke bumper sticker—to its razor-sharp production by Mike Clink, hailing it as thrash's pinnacle with no filler across its nine tracks. They geek out over iconic solos in "Holy Wars... The Punishment Due" and "Tornado of Souls," debate the occult edge of "Five Magics," and lament the band's later shifts away from this raw peak, blending personal anecdotes, historical context, and calls for a full reunion while urging listeners to crank it loud and headbang responsibly.
Ryan and guest Zip from the "No Redeeming Qualities" podcast delve into a discussion about the top 10 deadliest diseases globally, using 2015 World Health Organization data, while weaving in timely reflections on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Recorded amidst a small-town Texas outbreak and Canadian quarantine, the conversation blends grim statistics on diseases like heart disease (8.8 million deaths), stroke (6.2 million), and Alzheimer’s (1.5 million) with personal anecdotes, such as Zip’s uncle’s alcoholism-related cirrhosis and Ryan’s step-grandmother’s dementia-induced panic. They tackle heavy topics like racism in Texas, blaming a non-white doctor for a local outbreak, and healthcare disparities, while maintaining a darkly humorous tone, debating which disease—Alzheimer’s or stroke—they’d least want to endure, and urging listeners to stay home to ease hospital burdens.
Hosts Ryan and Drew venture into the wild world of YouTube by exploring ten channels featuring risky, dangerous, or downright gross activities, reacting to them blind for a fresh perspective. Broadcasting from Canada and Florida, they dive into clips ranging from Sean Evans’ First We Feast spicy wing challenges with celebrities like Gordon Ramsay, to Furious Pete’s gluttonous pizza-eating feats, to Mustang Wanted’s death-defying high-altitude stunts, and Brave Wilderness’s insect sting experiments. With humor and shock, they discuss the potential lethality and absurdity of each activity, ultimately selecting their least desirable experiences, while encouraging listeners to check out their YouTube channel for unedited reactions.
Hosts Ryan and Jason dive into Twisted Sister’s bestselling 1984 album Stay Hungry, reflecting on its cultural impact and their childhood memories as young fans in the 1980s. They explore the album’s raw energy, Dee Snider’s powerful vocals, and its mix of anthemic hits like “We’re Not Gonna Take It” and darker tracks like “Burn in Hell,” while critiquing its poor production quality despite its commercial success of 3 million copies sold. The brothers discuss the band’s glam-metal aesthetic, MTV-driven popularity, and Dee Snider’s articulate defense against the Parents Music Resource Center’s censorship efforts, all while sharing fond anecdotes of their youth and the era’s music scene.