01st Feb2012

Podcast #17 – F*** It, We’ll Do it LIVE!

by The Rush

The start of a new era…

The Rush enters an exciting new chapter as Podcast #17 is the crew’s first live broadcast. Days before the ultimate showdown between the Giants and Pats, the three Eagles fans in the group begin infighting, with disastrous consequences…

This week’s pod features super bowl analysis and predictions, as well as discussion about the state of the NBA, and of course, the world famous NFL Alma Mater challenge. The Rush also gets its first taste of live audience interaction, as listeners are encouraged to tweet @4manrush or join us in the live chat in the twitch.tv/4manrush chatroom during the broadcast.

 

Check out our first live podcast below.

http://www.twitch.tv/4manrush/b/307264158#

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17th Nov2011

Podcast #10 – Beast Mode

by The Rush

Once again down to 3 men, the Rush presses forward in this week’s edition of the podcast. Jim and Dave square off in what is essentially a consolation match of the Alma Mater challenge, while Jim voices his unusually strong opinion of Reggie Bush. After one full week in the books, Dave and Kirill weigh in on Modern Warfare 3, and Jim impresses the crew (mainly Kirill) with his Gimley impression.

This week’s superhero bracket matchups feature two heavy favorites (Silver Surfer and Dr. Manhattan), but only one will live to fight another day.

Comic Book Superhero Bracket

0:00:00 – Intro

0:07:30 – Johnny Jolly’s codeine addiction, Miami Dolphins players talking about playoffs

0:16:10 – Eagles rants, Jarrad Page, Andy Reid and more

0:45:05 – NFL Player Alma Mater Challenge

0:54:25 – Call of Duty: MW3 stories

1:10:35 – Comic Book Superhero Bracket, Silver Surfer vs Hawkeye and Dr. Manhattan vs Beast

1:28:30 – Closing Thoughts

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10th Nov2011

Podcast #9 – Chicken Pox

by The Rush

The Rush returns this week with a lively discussion about vaccines, the tragedy at Penn State, and Chas Henry’s passing abilities. In addition to the usual fan-favorites (Kirill’s Reid-o-Meter, NFL Alma mater challenge), the crew also discusses their hierarchies of soda, spurring an interesting sidebar that includes circus performers.

Finally, the Rush moves its Superhero Playoff Bracket along, as Wonder Woman takes on top-seeded Superman, while Cyclops squares off with The Flash.

Comic Book Superhero Bracket

0:00:00 – Intro and Chicken Pox

0:08:30 – Wilson Ramos Kidnapped

0:10:30 – Penn State Scandal

0:20:05 – NFL

0:32:10 – NFL Player Alma Mater Challenge

0:43:20 – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Starcraft 2

0:49:55 – Top 5 Sodas

1:05:20 – Comic Book Superhero Bracket, Superman vs Wonder Woman, Flash vs Cyclops

1:21:15 – Closing Thoughts

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28th Oct2011

Podcast #7 – Autoflush

by The Rush

Down a man once again, Dave, Kirill and Joe keep it fresh in this week’s 3 Man Rush. The crew discusses Tony LaRussa’s communication issues, limits on trash talking in sports, and the perils of automatic flush toilets.

Also, Kirill makes his opinions on Seinfeld known to the world, while Joe gives the listeners a glimpse into his big red childhood.

0:00:00 – Intro

0:00:30 – MLB

0:11:15 – NFL, Tim Tebow, Saints, Packers undefeated, worst team in the league, Suh

0:46:15 – NFL Player Alma Mater Challenge

0:53:00 – Halloween costumes and candy

1:04:00 – Why does Kirill not like Seinfeld?

1:15:30 – Best NFL uniforms

1:23:45 – Toilets and us

1:32:45 – Video games

1:36:15 – Closing Thoughts

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19th Oct2011

Podcast #6 – Oh by the way…

by The Rush

With Jim at the helm in this 6th installment of 4 Man Rush, the crew weighs in on the World Series, the Harbaugh v. Schwartz fisticuffs in Detroit, and an unusually difficult batch of NFL Alma Mater questions. The Rush also revisits Batman’s superhero qualifications (this time including his educational background), and Kirill briefs Joe on the world’s worst movie.

0:00:00 – Intro

0:01:30 – MLB

0:15:55 – NFL

0:41:45 – NFL Player Alma Mater Challenge

0:56:00 – Kirill talks about the worst movie ever

0:57:45 – What should Dave do as Best Man in a wedding?

1:01:15 – Top 5 Chip Flavors

1:10:30 – Movie Discussion

1:13:00 – Terranova and Lost

1:17:00 – Batman vs Any Other Superhero with some Inspector Gadget and Mighty Max thrown in

1:32:10 – Closing Thoughts

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13th Oct2011

Podcast #5 – Paradigm Shift

by The Rush

In what was a sad week for Philadelphia and New York sports fans everywhere, 4 Man Rush is here to commiserate. Topics this week include fallout from the MLB playoffs, week 5 in the NFL, and a mysterious paradigm shift in Philadelphia sports fandom…

The weekly top 5 sports a different look this week as the crew counts down their top 5 Leonardo DiCaprio movies, and Dave goes 1v3 to defend Batman’s honor while Kirill insults the honor of Shadow, the beloved character from “Homeward Bound.”

0:00:00 – Introduction

0:05:45 – MLB

0:22:10 – NFL

0:37:15 – Kirill’s Reid-o-meter

0:54:55 – NFL Alma Mater Challenge

1:02:00 – Movie Discussion, Drumline, Bad Boys II, The Ides of March, Leonardo DiCaprio movies

1:14:00 – What fictional dog would make the best pet?

1:16:00 – Would would win in a fight, Fall Out Boy (the band) or Fallout Boy (superhero sidekick)?

1:18:00 – Miscellaneous superhero arguments

1:27:05 – Closing Thoughts

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05th Oct2011

Podcast #4 – Una Noche

by The Rush

With its full crew back together, 4 Man Rush discuss the latest from the MLB Playoffs, Victor Cruz’s not-fumble heard round the world, and what Mitch Williams is up to these days.

Also, after a one week hiatus, Kirill explains the current reading from his Reid-o-Meter and critiques the oft-overlooked 2003 movie “The Core.”

0:00:00 – Introduction

0:02:10 – MLB

0:12:20 – NFL

0:21:45 – Kirill’s Reid-o-meter

0:30:00 – Victor Cruz “giving himself up”

0:43:00 – Joe’s rant on personalized jerseys

0:48:15 – Mickey Mouse vs Mickey Morandini

0:50:30 – Movie Discussion, Ratatouille, Battle Los Angeles, The Core

0:55:15 – Choose your at bat entrance music, Jessica Simpson

1:02:00 – Karaoke song of choice, boy bands

1:09:45 – Closing Thoughts

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21st Sep2011

Podcast #2 – Threat Level: Michael Boley

by The Rush

After last week’s beta-cast, 4 Man Rush keeps things rolling in Podcast #2. Topics for this week include a look back at week 2 in the NFL, what to do if an NFL linebacker nails you in the head with a football, and what it means to go “Super Saiyan.” Enjoy.

0:00:00 – Intro

0:02:05 – NFL

0:07:30 – Kirill’s Andy Reid rant

0:09:30 – Miscellaneous NFL

0:57:15 – NCAA conference realignment

1:00:10 – Would a top NFL QB do well in a college game with only two hours of preparation?

1:05:00 – The cast grills Kirill on NFL players’ alma maters

1:10:00 – Would you rather…

1:13:45 – Mike Tyson or Ray Lewis as your bodyguard?

1:17:30 – Dragon Ball Z and nerd rage in StarCraft and Call of Duty

1:28:30 – Closing thoughts

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14th Sep2011

Highlight Reel

by The Rush

Clips from this week’s podcast:

Introduction - Introducing Dave Holloway, Jim O’Hearn, Joe Ross, and Kirill Palatnik as they prepare to bring the thunder.

Jim’s Playoff Tale - After scoring 8 runs in the top of the final inning in a playoff softball game, Jim’s softball team is up by 1 run in the bottom of the last inning. What could possibly go wrong?

Ibanez UZR - Is Raul Ibanez the worst defender in MLB?

Trouble in Milwaukee? - Nyjer Morgan is a crazy, crazy man.

AL Cy Young - Verlander vs CC.

Kirill on Reid, Part 1 - Die hard Eagles fan Kirill Palatnik explains his hatred for Eagles head coach Andy Reid.

Kirill on Reid, Part 2: Reid-o-meter - Where does the Reid-o-meter stand after week 1?

NFL Top 5′s - The panel discusses their top 5 teams after week 1.

Getting Those Tough Yards - Can the Saints or Eagles get the first down in 3rd and short situations?

Who would win in a fight? - Captain Hook vs Captain Crunch.

 

Be sure to follow us on Twitter @4ManRush.

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