Altered Judgement

Episode 13: RISE and Shine w Nicole from All You Knead

Welcome to this completely off-the-cap episode of Altered Judgment! Shooting straight from the hip, hosts Alex and Joe sit down in the studio early in the day to cover everything from classic comedies and movie rating thresholds to the bizarre trends popping up on local community Facebook groups and HOA nightmares.Later in the episode, the guys host a studio first for their Backyard Buzz segment. They welcome Nicole, the owner and baker behind All You Need Bread & Co. Nicole details her journey from getting a surprise holiday bread machine to mastering the fine art of sourdough, cultivating a live starter, and leaving her corporate job to chase her passion. Plus, Alex and Joe do a live taste test of the "Loaves of the Week"—including the OG Sourdough and a mouth-watering Cheddar Jalapeño. Finally, the guys wrap up the episode with local brewery shoutouts, an update on their website overhaul, and a sneak peek into the music-focused direction of Season 2.Episode Chapters:[00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM]] Intro & Morning Brews[05:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=312s]] Catching Up on Pop Culture & Movie Sensorship[11:49 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=709s]] Decoding the Movie Rating System[22:46 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=1366s]] Undercover Cop Cars & Traffic Safety[26:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=1568s]] Bizarre Local Facebook Groups & HOA Nightmares[31:32 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=1892s]] Backyard Buzz: Meeting Nicole from All You Need.[33:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=2032s]] The Art of Sourdough & Taking the Leap[40:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=2403s]] Sourdough Taste Test: OG vs. Cheddar Jalapeño[46:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=2775s]] Where to Find All You Need & Local Commisary Kitchens[52:23 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=3143s]] Post-Segment Reflections & Warwick Farm Brewery Shoutout[56:58 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8aEG0wQngAM&t=3418s]] Season 2 Overhaul: Website, Merch, and the Music Pivot

Last Call: Rob and the Time Pirates

This "Last Call" episode of Altered Judgement, features a chaotic and humorous conversation between the hosts and Alex's long-time friend, Rob. The group catches up over drinks, including the infamous Malort and a "solidarity" round of Da' Bomb hot sauce. They dive deep into stories of their past, ranging from legendary "Time Pirate" party, disastrous food challenges, bizarre retail experiences and hockey mishaps.Episode Chapters:[00:13 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=13s]] - The Traditional Start[02:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=174s]] - Introducing Rob[05:20 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=320s]] - Soundboard Shenanigans (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING)[12:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=750s]] - The Legend of the Time Pirate[17:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1020s]] - 151 Memories[22:42 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1362s]] - Road Trips & Rural adventures[24:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1471s]] - The Trash Can Lid Challenge[27:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1622s]] - Planning the Next Challenge:[30:14 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1814s]] - Hockey Talk & Crosby[33:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=1990s]] - The Return of Da' Bomb[41:40 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=2500s]] -"Malort Sucks" candy [46:10 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=2770s]] - The "FartChive" Chronicles[51:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=3063s]] - The Time-Traveling Replay[58:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-H-gOmKMUk&t=3510s]] - Frozen Parody Outro (EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING)

Episode 12: Fresh Starts Full Circles w Blum

In this episode, we welcome our first official guest of Season 2—Blum! We start things off with the usual hockey talk (Flyers vs. Penguins playoff vibes) before diving into a much more serious and personal journey. Blum opens up about his career in mental health, working in adolescent and children’s units, and the sobering reality of seeing kids as young as five struggling with anxiety and depression. We also discuss his personal story of sobriety, celebrating 4 years sober, and the "epiphany moment" that changed his life. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 (US/Canada) or 111 (UK). Of course, it wouldn’t be Altered Judgement without some pallet destruction. We review local favorites Mammoth Hot Sauce and Rommadill Pickles, try the infamous "Malort Sucks" candy, and take on "DA Bomb BEYOND INSANITY" hot sauce. Episode Chapters: [01:08] Guest Intro: Meeting Blum through a decade of hockey. [03:30] NHL Playoff Talk: Can the Flyers sweep the Pens? [13:05] CONTENT WARNING: Discussion on Mental Health, Sobriety, and Suicide Awareness. [14:14] Blum’s career in adolescent mental health and the rising issues in children. [24:52] The journey to 4 years of sobriety and the turning point at a funeral. [48:51] Local Review: Mammoth Hot Sauce & Rommadill Pickles. [01:09:11] Fishing, Tattoos, and Hobbies. [01:17:43] The "Malort Sucks" Candy Challenge & "DA Bomb Beyond Insanity" Hot Sauce. [01:28:43] New Game: "For Real or Foreplay" (Satire Porn Title Guessing).

Episode 11: Eff-Em Radio

Welcome to the official start of a new era for Altered Judgement. In Episode 11, Alex and Joe unveil their fully realized, dedicated podcast studio. Leaning heavily into a "late-night radio" aesthetic, the duo discusses their primary influences—specifically Philadelphia radio icons Preston & Steve—and their mission to reclaim the local airwaves (or digital waves) for the community.This jam-packed episode features a Superlyte vodka cocktail taste test from Stateside, a massive Backyard Buzz segment featuring the Detroit-style pizza and artisanal sandwiches of Steel Penny in Hatboro, and a deep dive into the changing landscape of media and corporate ownership. Plus, the guys share a bold prediction for the Flyers' playoff run and issue a challenge to their "Altered Universe" to help them hit their 100-subscriber milestone.Episode Chapters:[00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4]] Intro: Pickleball & Shuttlecocks[01:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=84s]] The New Studio & "Mega Desk"[02:12 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=132s]] Flyers Playoff Predictions[04:51 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=291s]] Taste Test: Stateside Superlytes[06:36 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=396s]] The Push for 100 Subscribers[15:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=937s]] Influences: The Preston & Steve Legacy[21:16 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=1276s]] Ranting: Ads & Streaming Frustrations[24:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=1471s]] Remembering Pierre Robert & Nick McIlwain[28:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=1715s]] Reclaiming the Medium: PJP & Localism[39:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=2396s]] Backyard Buzz: Steel Penny Takeover[48:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=2934s]] The Detroit-Style Pizza Review[54:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=3251s]] Coffee & Breakfast at Steel Penny[57:34 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9yZTNRG6l4&t=3454s]] Outro & Final Thanks

Minisode: Altered Toddler

In this special "takeover" episode of the Altered Judgement podcast, the usual host Joe is replaced by Charlotte for a lighthearted and chaotic session dubbed Altered Toddler. Fueled by organic fruit punch juice boxes, Charlotte and her dad dive into a wide range of toddler-approved topics, including reviews of the latest animated movies, favorite foods, and a very strong stance on Philadelphia sports.The episode features plenty of "bathroom humor," experiments with vocal effects (from chipmunk to "bear" voices), and a recap of a busy weekend visiting local bakeries and grocery shopping. It’s a fun, unscripted look at a podcast studio through the eyes of a four-year-old. Episode Chapters: [00:00] Intro & The New Host [01:45] The Juice Review [02:53] Movie Reviews: Mario & Beyond [03:17] Vocal Effects & Yoshi Impressions [06:54] Favorite Foods & "The Joke" [08:40] School Life & Learning the Letter 'T' [10:12] Philadelphia Sports Talk [13:05] Music Recommendations [13:45] Weekend Recap: Baked by Michaela [15:27] Walmart Adventures [17:05] Fart Jokes & Final Thoughts [18:14] Outro & Chipmunk Signing Off