Phil Hulett And Friends

Today we get an update from Jennifer Bjorklund in Oso, Washington on the search for bodies in the mudslide - Los Angeles-area law enforcement are banding together to crack down on texting drivers during Distracted Driving Awareness Month - and a professor of hydration explains how measurements in the Sierra Nevada snow pack tell a grim story about California’s drought - Plus Jay Campadonia and Chris Martin.

As far as we know this is the first podcast to leap to major market radio. If not, we did it in 6 months, and that’s saying something, right? Thank you to KFWB News Talk 980 in Los Angeles for believing in The Friends!  On this episode, Jennifer Bjorklund live from the Washington State mudslide - a 5.1 magnitude earthquake rocked Southern California this past weekend so we asked an expert if it’s too soon to buy earthquake insurance - and amazing teenager Henna Hundal.

In this episode, Jennifer Skype’s in from the Baja Brewery in Mexico. You will have to decide who had more to drink, Jen or the guy who said the Wi-Fi connection at that location was the best in all of Mexico. The boys were left to play alone. Phil, Jay and Chris reviewed the days news including the latest on the Ukraine crisis and some cringe-worthy stories you have to hear to believe. Jay goes full Catholic on us and insists we give something up for Lent. Just to be consistent, he later forgets to filter his comments about a double-amputee contestant on Dancing with the Stars. also in this edition you learn all about Daylight Saving time and why our expert thinks it should be abolished. Plus bosses who love office March Madness Bracket pools, and a guy who founded a more “indigenous” social network called Tower. See if you think it’s a good idea. Plus things you wish were not left to you in a will.

This episode features the return of Jennifer Bjorklund, and she brought a friend to give Phil Hulett a verbal beat down. Hear what Eagle Rescuer, Headmistress, Jean Pichler has to say about Phil’s “Off the Bird” story from Episode 19. You won’t believe what Jean was wearing around her neck that made Phil question her intentions. Plus, doctors are baffled by the polio-like virus that has struck 25 Northern California children to date. But, Dr. Michael Z. Kurtz knows what it is and how you can keep your child safe. Dr. Kurtz also debunked a widely reported warning about testosterone supplements. The founder of Podfund explains how podcasters can crowd fund their show. Plus WTF things that almost made it into Disney movies, Jennifer’s news, Chris Martin sings the sports, and Jay’s weird news.

On this, the second week of the Sochi Winter Olympics, we review the hockey matchups with blogger Dani. Who did Dani and Phil predict would win gold in the men’s tournament? What’s the craziest credit card purchase people admit to? Ellen Canon from QuinStreet checks in live. Apple eyes Tesla, while Facebook is ready to gobble up WhatsApp and the makers of Candy Crush wants to Crush Wall Street. Tech dude Jeremy Anticouni give his analysis. Plus Jay offers support for a couple of tough love moms. Katie Clark sits in for Jennifer who’s in Northern California covering the Power Ball winner. 

The crew learned a thing or two about romance, love and rejection. You won’t believe Jay’s latest online dating disaster. It’s the busiest day of the year for our florist. People order what kind of flowers? An amazing jewelry designer describes what women really want. And Sam Phillips from Vivid’s The Single Life gets whatever she wants.  

Are doctors about to blow the lid off of Obamacare? Listen to the President of Private Practice Doctors explain why 70% of doctors are going to stop accepting health insurance. Plus, Jay has had enough with mega-calorie foods. Wait until you hear what he pledges to do. Were Silicon Valley snipers just rehearsing for a bigger job when they took out a power grid? Richela Fabian Morgan talks about making jewelry, handbags and more out of duct tape. Chris has to pay up on his Super Bowl bets with Phil and Jennifer. And here’s one way to pay for college, and an apartment, and a car and a whole lot more…1 Million college students worldwide have signed up with SeekingArrangement.com and we have one of the more confident, and pragmatic of them in the studio talking about the money she got, and how she got it.

Remind us to make sure Jennifer has a couple of beers in her before every show. There’s a definite tone to this episode in which Phil Hulett, Jennifer Bjorklund, Jay Campadonia and Chris Martin tackle Super Bowl weekend. From our AccuWeather meteorologist to food to beer talk with expert Jim Loughren to ultimately laying bets on who will win. Odds maker Chris took action against his Broncos to win spot. Jennifer gave up 7 points for a Seahawks win (did we mention she had been drinking?) Phil laid 2 points and went as far as to pinpoint the final score: Seattle 21 Denver 19. Let this be a record of the prediction. Tech guru Jeremy Anticouni checked in to talk Silk Road, Bitcoin, Snapwire, Yahoo Hack and Net Neutrality. Certified Financial Planner Alan Goodstein visited the studio to update us on new tax laws and convince Phil to hire a CPA instead of doing his own taxes. Enjoy the hijinx.  

With Jennifer arriving late and Jay leaving early, you’d think this show would devolve into chaos. You’d be right. From Phil’s sprinkler-like saliva glands, to Jay’s grammar bomb, to Jen’s cupcakes, to Chris’ epic journey, to Stark’s uncontrollable laughter, somehow the team was still able to pull together a great show. Featured were: Bitcoins accepted at Las Vegas Casinos, What to do about Robocalls, and Huge waves in Hawaii destroying the North Shore coastline and tempting big wave surfers. Plus the legend of Eddie Aikau, texting lettuce, racist fraternity, hero kid, Bulimic Barbie, burrito throw-down and more.

If this episode doesn't bring people out of the woodwork...Phil Hulett reveals something very personal about his past that Jay suggested maybe Phil should have kept to himself, right before he proclaimed "That was the best story ever."  Sorry bird lovers.  The Femme Fiscale walks us through what to do with your debit cards now that just about every place on the planet makes your personal data vulnerable to attack.  Recreational and Medicinal marijuana is becoming more main stream with states legalizing it's use, cultivation and sale. But are marijuana-related companies worth investing your hard-earned money into? You'll hear what a stock expert has to say. Losses for both the Partridge Family and Gilligan's Island. Chris' first full day on the job as sports guy.  Chris gets a lesson in Rocky sequels. Jay gives Phil a birthday gift that is "As Seen on TV."  Plus what's better than a loaded gift card good at Del Taco? And Jennifer Bjorklund checks in via Skype while standing on an apple crate and wearing a smel

Welcome back to Jennifer Bjorklund as the crew gathers to tend to the business at hand: Picking the winner of the “Who Wants Karlo’s Job” contest.  Will it be Nick Wright, Chris Martin or Daniel Saldana? Karlo joins in from frozen Chicago to lend his endorsement to the winner. Plus we find out if you can put a GPS in a dog. Miss Lora, the self-proclaimed “Trailer Trash Miss Manners” visits the studio to review the rudest celebrities of 2013 and makes sure Phil, Jay and Jenn are on their best behavior. The latest technology advances are the focus when Michael Terpin of Social Radius checks in from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas and one point hands the phone over to Kevin Bacon who surprisingly enough can waterproof your smartphone! Also, don’t miss Jay describe the Christmas present his mom gave him - a membership to Match.com! Yup, it’s going to be a great 2014.

This week Jennifer Bjorklund was missing from the studio, searching for her dog Tommy who got out early in the morning and disappeared. The result of her nearly 12-hour search comes up near the end of this episode. With the boys left behind to play, Phil Hulett and Jay Campadonia took on the task of speaking about “The Science of Everything” with National Geographic Editor, Bridget English. Interestingly, Bridget knew a little too much about Phil Hulett. A new phrase was coined during this segment: “Gangster Hummingbird.” The Duck Dynasty guy is a hot topic this week, and coupled with a New Mexico Teacher who told a black student to take off a Santa hat because “Santa is White,” race relations was broached with author (Breaking the Line: Victoria’s Beginning) and race relations advocate, A’Mera Frieman. Lastly, the three finalists in the “Who Wants Karlo’s Job” contest showed off their skills, real time, for Phil and the friends.

Karlo Sy Su sets out on a voyage from sunny Southern California to his new gig in Chicago where today’s temperature reading is 1 degree Fahrenheit. The crew offered going away gifts, and visiting news host, veteran Los Angeles TV News Anchor/Reporter, Marta Waller helped Karlo with a proper scarf knot. Jay had another run in with the opposite sex.  We think he learned a valuable lesson this time.  Phil mistook Stevie Wonder for Michael Jackson…and nobody will let him forget it. Casey Piotrowski is the author of the book, The Beatles 50 Most Memorable Moments. He visited the studio to review some of his fondest memorials, including his “feelings” for Yoko. Patricia St. James searched the metaphysical world for an answer that satisfied the crews questions about some of the simplest truths in life…and we think she lost Jay in the process. Listen to a robot telemarketer in action, and more.  

This week’s episode features a special tribute to Nelson Mandela who passed away hours before the podcast began. Plus the coolest Disneyland book for Dads and their Sons, The Real Soda Guy with samples of holiday sodas, Jay’s bank account gets cleaned out by hackers, Jennifer is on Assignment but she “Skype bombs” our “Who Wants Karlo’s Job?” review of mp3 auditions from wannabe podcast sportscasters. Dead Commando Mice, the ten most annoying Christmas songs, the new meaning of Crack Pipe, Nude Beach: Wisconsin Style and more.

Which member of the podcast crew is a Chile Head? Listen to Phil, Jenn, Jay and Karlo ingest one of the hottest chilies on the planet, the “Ghost Chile” and be surprised at who handled the heat! The Director of the Chile Pepper Institute explains all things pepper. Plus, is the new PlayStation 4 worth it or is it better to fork out an extra $100 for an Xbox One? Karlo and Jenn celebrate their birthdays, and the Intern quits via Facebook and Phil reads the resignation letter. News of the week, sports, cookies and Jay moons a cruise ship.

This week’s episode is punctuated with heart-breaking news out of the Philippines in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan, plus Phil Hulett and the crew react to President Obama’s proposed change to Obamacare. Katie Clarke filled in for Jennifer Bjorklund with the new. Jay Campadonia was thrilled to learn how to “Look Up before you Hook Up” at http://myluhu.com, a website where you can get tested for Sexually Transmitted Diseases and then post your clean record on online dating sites for potential mates to review. Phil recounted his missed opportunity to “blow chunks” on the air. It was then time to find out about all of major league baseball’s post-season awards from Cy Young to MVP, and the Tweet heard ’round the NBA from the Clipper’s Matt Barnes. Beer and Wine for the holidays was the next subject, courtesy of an expert who really knows his drink. Jay gave us a few real good reasons NOT to call [...]

Things got hot on the show, literally as the air conditioner went on the fritz. But Phil Hulett, Jennifer Bjorklund, Jay Campadonia and Karlo Sy Su plugged on with the business at hand. This was the day Twitter began publicly trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The Stock hit $50 at it’s peak on day one.  The timeliness was perfect because we got the long awaited culmination of Jay’s online dating saga with his Twitter babe. You won’t believe what happened…we’re not sure we believe it! Plus, listen to the spirited discussion about bullying in the NFL centered around Miami Dolphins Lineman, Ritchie Incognito and his alleged, racially tinged abuse of linemate, Jonathan Martin. Then “The Martha Stewart of Marijuana,” Cheryl Shuman paid a visit to the studio with her daughter Aimee to advocate for medical marijuana use and revamping federal laws to allow for national leg [...]

Episode 9 lands right on October 31 so welcome to the Halloween Special. Britt Griffith joined us from the SyFy Network’s Ghost Hunters to talk about real life haunted houses. During the conversation a live listener called in with his own ghost story and that was all Jay could handle. He threw off his headphones and plugged up his ears.  Halloween Historian Lisa Morton checked in to talk about the origins of the Halloween celebration. The crew offered plenty of Halloween facts, plus Jennifer’s news and her “Superdog,” Karlo’s sports and top Halloween costumes based on unfortunate sports stories. Plus an update on Jay’s Twitter Babe. Is she real of is this one of the most elaborate catfishings ever?

This week the show went decidedly gross. First we talked about the state of human nature and dating with the creator of the new app called Carrot Dating which allows you to offer a bribe to a prospective date. Then we spoke to “The Bug Man” and learned all about termites, ants, cockroaches, bed bugs, mice and rats. The crew learned about a new line of underwear that completely filters the smell of flatulence.  Dr. Kurtz joined the show to go into graphic detail about cold sores, herpes 1, herpes 2 and what you need to know about contact with others AND your children. Jay came clean about a relationship he is cultivating via text, he also started what might turn into a tradition as an enormous cruise ship floated past our dock-side studio. Karlo displayed a knack for puns. And we learned something “special” about Jennifer that left the boys in stunned silence. 

This week the Phil Hulett and Friends crew discovered how to deal with “that guy” at work who drinks all the coffee but never makes a pot, found out which jobs require credit checks (you won’t believe a couple of them), Scandal with Kerry Washington’s Scandal, dry ice bomber, top-selling Halloween costumes - sexy or otherwise, over-the-line Halloween decorations, worst Halloween candies, pit bull chases down dog fight organizer and takes him down, Karlo with Dodgers versus Cardinals -Tigers versus Red Sox - America’s NFL Team - Adrian Peterson’s dead son and his multiple baby mama’s, plus Michael Bay Mugged in Hong Kong, what Jay would steal if he could get way with it, say it together with us - “Ass Wagon,” and if you squint…fill-in host Katie Clark sounds a lot like Jennifer Bjorklund.