Frank and Hem

Episode #15 - ER Visits, Lottery Dreams & Hodag Memories

This week on Frank & Hem, Hem kicks things off with a heartfelt One Minute Rant after an unexpected trip to the ER, giving well-earned recognition to the first responders, medical staff, and customer service workers who make difficult days a little easier. The guys then unveil a brand-new recurring segment—named in honor of one of our most loyal listeners—and you won't want to miss its debut. Next, Frank poses a simple question that quickly gets out of hand: What would be the telltale signs that you won the lottery? From ridiculous purchases to subtle life upgrades, the guys debate the giveaways that would make everyone suspicious. To wrap things up, Mike delivers his final Hodag update, reflects on this year's festival, and shares his Top 3 favorite Hodag memories from over the years. As always, expect plenty of laughs, Midwest nonsense, and a few stories that somehow went completely off the rails.

Mini - Sode - Happy 4th of July

This week on a quick Frank & Hem Mini, the guys talk all things Fourth of July. From family traditions and cookouts to fireworks and what makes the holiday one of the best weekends of the summer, Frank and Hem share their plans and a few laughs along the way. A short, easy listen to celebrate Independence Day.

Episode #14 - Self Checkouts, Hall of Fame, & Guy Code

Are self-checkouts ruining society... or are they actually one of the greatest inventions ever? Tyler kicks things off with a One Minute Rant that might not land where you expect. Then the guys build Hall of Fames for a variety of random categories, debating who and what deserves immortal status. Finally, Mike takes the reins for a discussion on the unwritten rules of guy code—covering the words, phrases, and behaviors that no man should ever say or do if he wants to keep his membership card. As always, it's equal parts sports bar debate, Midwest nonsense, and questionable life advice.

Mini-Sode - Toilet Bowl Planters

Mini Episode: In this quick hitter, Frank and Hem dive into one of Wisconsin's most baffling outdoor decorating traditions—the old toilet planter. You know the one: a retired toilet sitting in the yard with flowers growing out of the bowl. Is this a uniquely Wisconsin phenomenon, or are people across the country proudly landscaping with old plumbing fixtures? The guys debate whether it's charming, tacky, or somehow both, while sharing stories and trying to figure out how this became an acceptable form of curb appeal. 🚽🌼

Episode #13 - Beer Caves, Cheese Crimes & Bad Career Choices

This week on Frank & Hem, Mike steps into the One-Minute Rant spotlight before the guys take a trip through some of the most bizarre crime stories Wisconsin has ever produced. From beer cave sit-ins and slow-speed police chases involving heavy machinery to the legendary theft of thousands of pounds of cheese, the boys uncover the kind of criminal masterminds that could only exist in America's Dairyland. Later, Frank and Hem discuss the jobs they'd be absolutely terrible at, proving there are some careers that simply aren't in the cards. Plus, Mike delivers an important update regarding this year's Hodag Festival. It's another episode full of questionable decision-making, Wisconsin weirdness, and the kind of conversations that make you wonder how any of us are still employed.