003 - The Days of Adolescence

007 - Big News, Big Move!

On this special episode which is shared on two separate podcast feeds (also episode 179 of the SmorgShow Podcast), Chris makes the announcement that he will soon be a grandpa! Also, he and Kim have sold their home of nearly 23 years and will soon be moving. Therefore, this will be the final recording from the original SmorgShow studio, so Chris brings out Jerry for one final session before the deconstruction of the studio begins. It is a bittersweet moment, but we had to do one final episode from the space that delivered so much creativity over the past 16 years.

006 - The Hope of the New Year

Chris and Jerry toast to a new year and reflect on 2025. Chris gives an update on his mother-in-law who has taken up residence in his home since August.

005 - America's Turning Point

Chris and Jerry discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it means for America. Also, life changes a bit for Chris after his mother-in-law moves in. Chris shares a story of how his lack of craftsman skills destroyed his power drill. Chris conquers his life-long fruit allergies. Chris and Jerry share their initial reaction to seeing the Spinal Tap sequel.

004 - Nightmare in London

Chris is back from his European vacation to celebrate his 30th wedding anniversary and shares his nightmare experience of having his carry-on bag stolen from the hotel lobby while waiting for his room to be ready. Jerry is back from his road trip to Nashville to celebrate his 60th birthday where he suffered an eye ailment. The passing of Ozzy Osbourne. A brief discussion on how scary AI is quickly becoming.

003 - The Days of Adolescence

After a rocky launch of this new podcast with Jerry nearly coughing up a lung on the last two episodes, Chris and Jerry are back in fine form. The men honor Dave Jackson on what would have been his 60th birthday and look back on their formative years as teenagers growing up in suburban Chicago. They reflect on Dave's influence with introducing them to their first cup of coffee, late night road trips and smoking a full pack of cigarettes. They also offer their thoughts on the first two months of the new Trump administration.