How It Stacks

By How It Stacks

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We go back and see if all the things we hold dear stack up to our memory.

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Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Book)

How It StacksJun 06, 2020

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01:17:45

Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Book)

In this episode, we try to drink 42 gargle blasters without losing our heads with the improbability of knowing the answer to the meaning of life. When it was all said and done, there's only one thing left to say:

So long, and thanks for all the fish!

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Jun 06, 202001:17:45

Classic Double Dare (80s-90s)

JD, Bulldog, and the Professor take another trip down classic Nickelodeon lane and rewatch some of arguably (foreshadowing?) one the most iconic kids game shows of our childhood! Marc Summers declined a fan-based watch party with us, so we put on our helmets and knee/elbow pads and navigated the video quality obstacle course that is YouTube to watch some great family fun TV.

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May 23, 202001:12:02

Mortal Kombat and Double Dragon

We relive our memories of white lightning Jesus and knock-off Michael J Fox in MORTAL KOMBAT! and Double Dragon-Dare.

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May 09, 202001:46:53

Austin Powers Trilogy

This one is going to be as hot as "Satan's Balls"!

A ball of liquid hot magma!

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Apr 25, 202001:34:48

Spiderman - The Animated Series (1995)

Your favorite comedic trio is back in action! This time we review a childhood classic via Disney+ (not an affiliate link).

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Apr 11, 202001:19:44

#73 - Army of Darkness (Evil Dead 3)

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Mar 13, 201745:53

#66 - Pokemon (Indigo League)

This episode will be more than double your trouble. Join us as we watch pre-pubescent kids join the most ridiculous club, where animal fights and murder solve most of Life's problems. What do cover bands, innuendo, and mad-libs have in common, other than the fact that ever teen feels like they have to catch them all? Pokemon names! JD, Willis and Bulldog go back and review Pokemon (Indigo League), bringing about some very confusing realizations as adults... including a really great cover band idea! (An album title: Chocolate Staryu)

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Oct 25, 201643:22

#65 - Lethal Weapon 3-4

We've left the 80's and entered the 90's with Riggs and Murtaugh, as they keep getting too old for this shit. The show starts, as always, with us waxing nostalgic over what we remember from these movies. Stick around after the break to hear your favorite triple threat hashes out the best and worst of these action-comedies starring Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci, Chris Rock and Rene Russo.

Aug 31, 201601:06:41

#64 Lethal Weapon 1-2

JD, Gabe, and Bulldog sit down for the first time in a long time to reminisce over one of the psychotic cop duos we can remember: Riggs and Murtaugh!

Aug 09, 201601:06:07

#63 Flinstones (1994) and Viva Rock Vegas (2000)

The triple-threat got stuck in a time loop and returned a bit later than expected: sorry about that. #ConnorParadox
Here's our newest (to be released) episode: Yabba-dabba-DOO!!!

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 62 “Flinstones and Viva Rock Vegas”
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Adventures in Pixels

Jun 21, 201601:21:40

#62 Snacks v5 (LIVE from Mobicon 2016)

We had a blast at Mobicon over the weekend, during which we were able to perform live in front of a great crowd! Listen in as we talk about a few of the treats we remember from our childhood during Mardi-Gras! Then find out if Moonpies, Pixie Stix, and Dum-Dums stack up!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 62 “Snacks v5 (LIVE from Mobicon 2016)”
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Jun 01, 201650:10

#61 Animaniacs

We’re zany to the max…
Yes, the terrible 3 are a little insane but on this most glorious of episodes, we’re stacking Animaniacs! The legendary cartoon the dominated most of our listeners' childhood. This one gets crazy from the start as the guys welcome one of their favorite guests Scotty White back to the show. This one is full of surprises, JD leaves the guys at a loss when he reveals his true thoughts on their topic and just about ends HIS when he reveals another startling revelation. Scotty shows who the real king of trivia is as he lays waste to all that JD and Bulldog believed about their trivia knowledge. The professor shares why he loved the show so much as a kid and why it was his go-to cartoon.
This is another glorious episode that is anxiously waiting to pleasure your ears! ;-)
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 61 “Animaniacs”
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May 10, 201601:14:28

#60 MAS*H (Season 1)

Your favorite three stars are back, with a blast from the past. There was no warring over picking this topic, JD, The Professor, and Bulldog all thought this topic deserved a shot: M*A*S*H (Season 1)! JD once again jumps the gun and mentions a fact before the Professor gets to it, Bulldog shares the impact it made on him as an adult, and the Professor brings the facts, as is expected by now. Hold on to your sutures: you’re in for one hell of a treatment!
P.S. - Thanks to all our veterans, we know it’s not veterans day for our release date, but we appreciate all you do and have sacrificed for us here in the US.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 60 "M*A*S*H (Season 1) ”
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Apr 26, 201601:12:27

#59 Snacks v4 (SouthSounds Festival - Podcast LIVE)

The How It Stacks trio makes their first live appearance:
SouthSounds Music and Arts Festival - Podcast LIVE!
And what could be a better topic for a live audience other than SNACKS! They reminisce about “Now and Laters”, Hawaiian Punch, and Oatmeal Creme Pies; plus JD brings two special surprises; items the entire room will never forget!

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 59 “Snacks v4”
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Apr 12, 201638:39

#58 Donkey Kong Country (SNES)

It’s time to jump out of that barrel we’ve been hiding in; your favorite trio is stacking another Shigeru Miyamoto classic: Donkey Kong Country!
JD is up against Willis and Bulldog in a battle of wits when arguing about DK’s size. Willis starts us off with a mouth-full of language while playing the game live, and Bulldog has a theory about the missing Kong in the lineage from the arcade Kong and Donkey Kong (who is supposedly Arcade Kong’s grandson). Join us as hilarity ensues!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 58 “Donkey Kong Country (SNES)”
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Mar 30, 201601:16:36

#57 The Legend of Zelda

It's dangerous to go alone, take this…

Grab your sword as you join the terrible 3! They are reunited as The Professor returns and the guys cover… The Legend of Zelda. You can tell that The Professor missed the mic as he lets loose right out the gate with his memories of the most epic of games. JD helps the guys remember what it was like to rent games. Bulldog admits things were hard back then. Things get fuzzy when The Professor tries to explain the Zelda timeline. JD drifts away as he hunts down the answer to a question that will eventually lead to a classic JD versus the tag team of The Professor and Bulldog. This is a huge topic making this episode a tough one for some of the crew!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 57 “The Legend of Zelda”

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Mar 15, 201601:23:05

#56 Thundercats (Ho!)

Thunder, thunder, thundercats... HOOOO!
In this newest of episodes, the guys welcome a guest host as Scotty White from the Mopcast network steps in for The Professor. Things start off in a way you’ll just have to hear to appreciate as Bulldog AND JD are left with a loss of words out the gate. The team relives some memories of the show as they share childhood experiences and quickly realize that even though they have a guest host that won’t stop them from going off topic. They share who their favorite Thundercat is while remembering what episode was their favorite as a kid. The facts get dropped in the second half of the show as there are literally too many to share. However, that doesn't stop JD from debating a point with his wealth of Transformer knowledge. Scotty quickly jumps in to make sure JD is corrected and for the very first time, there is an argument that JD has no part in. Right?! We’re confused too. All this and a ton more await you in this brand new episode!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 56 “Thundercats”
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Mar 01, 201601:08:46

#55 Pensacon 2016 Recap

Pensacon: 2016 (Mallrats Edition)
As is tradition the HIS team covers Pensacon. Mallrats. This year they've added to their ranks to help get more coverage than ever. Mallrats. This is a mega-episode as the HIS team welcomes Scotty White and Vicki (JD’s wife) back to the show to share their thoughts on P'con. Let’s first start by saying this is full of what you’d come to expect from the team. Mallrats. Jokes, call outs, griefs, and you gotta have a few arguments, right?! Mallrats. With this the newest of episodes you get to hear how everyone nerded out and what they loved and or didn’t love also… MALLRATS!
This episode contains conversations on the following fandoms: Kevin Smith, Mallrats, Game of Thrones, Lost Girl, Mallrats, Doctor Who, Back to The Future, Neal Adams, Agents of Shield, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Michael Rooker, The Walking Dead, Dana Snyder, Adult Swim, Convergence, Independent Films, Wrestling, Darkwing Duck, Harry Potter, Clerks, Mallrats, Road Warrior, Farscape, Count Gore de Vol, Sam Witwer, Science Fiction, Star Wars, Star Trek, Cosplay, Fencing, DragonCon, Comic Conventions, Molly Ringwald, Mallrats, and probably more... it's over two hours long!
Pensacon Open Letter: www.facebook.com/Pensacon/posts/966002780159711
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 55 “Pensacon 2016 Recap”

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Feb 25, 201602:15:31

#54 First Blood (Rambo) and Rambo (First Blood Part II)

When a Vietnam Vet gets harassed by a small town sheriff what else is there to do but to go crazy and wage out war ,and after he's captured and thrown into prison, it only makes sense for the United States Government to send him back to Vietnam to rescue POWs. This week How it Stacks takes a look at First Blood, and Rambo First Blood Part II. So Join JD, Willis and the Bulldog as they tackle one of the 1980s greatest action movies to see how it holds up today? Will it stack? Well you have to listen to find out!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 54 “First Blood (Rambo) and Rambo - First Blood II”
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Feb 03, 201601:36:40

#53 - SPECIAL Between the Mopcast!

How It Stacks joins Drew and Horst (Between the Line) and Scotty White (Mopcast Network) to talk about the year of 2015 movies! You’ve waited long enough, and we made this one a doozy! Bulldog, JD, and the Professor join Drew Hall & Horst Sarubin from Between the Line, and Scotty White (Mopcast Network) makes a triumphant return to discuss their top movies of 2015! From “The Room” to “Inside Out” and the obvious “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” they talk the good, bad and ugly; and listener beware… SPOILERS AHEAD! Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 53 “Between the Mopcast” We would like to thank our sponsors: ThinkGeek: Head on over to www.geek-io.net/thinkgeek for all your geeky accessory needs! And TeeFury: Home of the twofury tee shirt competition! Two shirts enter, only one leaves victorious! Head over to www.geek-io.net/teefury to pick your favorite!” Geek I/O is currently taking a survey of all their listeners. Please click the banner in the show post via the website (

Jan 26, 201601:52:45

#52 Snacks v3 (Cookie Crisp and Warheads)

JD, Bulldog and Willis test their wits and stomachs with the 3rd installment of How It Snacks! Bulldog has concerns over cannibalism, JD decides to test his pH balance limits and Willis takes umbrage with a definition; all this and more smacking than you're prepared to handle!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 52 “Snacks v3”

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Dec 02, 201558:58

#51 Dungeons and Dragons (Corrected Link)

Grab your D20 and get ready for a hysterical adventure only the HIS crew could deliver…
Dungeons and Dragons gets the How it Stacks treatment as the terrible 3 take on this most storied of games. Let's be honest, you've looked at their logo and thought… I wonder when they’ll do it. No? Okay well um, it's still a funny/entertaining episode! JD shares his thoughts on why people don't play it and explains its role to him now. The professor lets us know he will beat that ass if you get in his RPG way. Bulldog breaks down what the game compares too and why he didn't play it as a kid. The guys get a little philosophical on this one but it's only for a bit. They also debut Paw Paws Medicine Cabinet (the professors band) during the break. In a game where…
“Is kobold sex considered yiffing”
”Using a gelatinous cube as lube”
“I hope you get violated by a beholder while a mind flayer watches”
These aren't only said but used as insults you have to wonder, does it STACK? Find out on this most newest of episodes.
(Phil--- you're the man)
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 51 “Dungeons and Dragons”

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Nov 09, 201501:19:33

#50!!! The Naked Gun Trilogy

Can you believe it? How it Stacks has done 50 episodes...
The best part is, you're still listening. Well maybe, we at HIS understand you may just have this set to auto download but you know what? We're grateful anyway!
For the 50th of episodes the gents are stacking... The Naked Gun trilogy!
It's a glorious walk down pun town as the terrible three stack the gag driven comedy trilogy that many have not only loved but have idolized, spoofed, and damn near worshiped. The guys all have fond memories as children of this classic but they also have some pretty cool differences about what they remember too! JD kind of blames his weird humor on this topic (as been his trend with a few of the last comedies we've covered). Professor brings the epic facts and knowledge as he earns his stripes for sure. Bulldog makes a lot of good points as he keeps the guys focused, although he does help JD stray from time to time.
If you like episodes 1-49,we confident that 50 won't be the one that makes you stop listening!
It's our newest episode ever!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 50 “The Naked Gun Trilogy”

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Oct 07, 201501:13:34

#49 Super Mario Bros 3 (NES)

It's a me, Mar-- *smack*
We get it, it’s Mario. Yes, the final part of the Mario trilogy is here. Well, until we stack some later games. Mario 3 gets what it deserve as the Terrible Trio tackle one of the foundation pieces of the Mario franchise. This might be one of the few topics where guys actually remember the topic the same way when they were kids. On the second half of the show the guys dive deeper into the Mario conspiracy theory and honestly, it makes sense. JD gets prideful of Bulldog as he finally steps up. Professor bring the knowledge hard on this one as he brings up the mythical “anchors” of Mario 3. Also, Hammer brothers suit??!! A HIS episode wouldn't be complete without some type of controversy and this one starts it off right, as the guys sing the wrong theme and are oblivious to the fact all the while Bulldog tries to stop it… (you’ll hear it)
Oh, and the Stackage… Yeeeeaaaaah… :)
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 49 “Super Mario Bros 3”

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Sep 22, 201501:20:06

#48 Super Mario Bros 2 (NES)

It's a me, Mario… 2!
The second title in the prolific series; Mario Bros 2 gets the HIS treatment on this newest of episodes. The guys don’t waste anytime as they live play the game while they record the show. Be prepared for bad language early on this one! The guys go over how America can’t handle the original game and had to get a rebranded version of another game which became what we know as Mario 2 but in actuality is not what originally was supposed to be Mario 2 originally.
Confused? Don’t worry they’ll clear that up for you. In a great turn of events Bulldog has a conspiracy theory that might just be one the best Mario theories and the worst part is, they skim over it!! The professor and JD bring some facts on this one but nobody is ready for the Birdo transgender conversation… (Seriously it's a thing). Breakout your NES and play along as the Terrible Trio take on the what some might say is the hidden gem of the Mario series while others say it's a digital turd storm.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 48 “Super Mario Bros 2”

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Sep 08, 201501:31:27

How It Stacks #47: Super Mario Bros (NES)

Grab some shrooms and Fireflowers!
We’re talking Super Mario Bros, not a hippie festival (though that too could be fun). Arguably one of the biggest game topics the guys have stacked. This is one everybody* remembers or has at least heard of in passing. Its music has started entire genres. Its game-play has been copied for years. The terrific three go all-in on this one. They start off, like any other classic, sharing their memories of Mario. On the second half things start to get dicey as the Video game movie debate begins. The talk about the Mario Bros movie, Resident evil, and many others. The Professor and The Bulldog let JD in on a secret they've been keeping for 3 years!
This is an epic episode; seriously...
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 47 “Super Mario Bros (NES)”
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Aug 25, 201501:10:00

How It Stacks #46: Jim Varney (Ernest P Worrell)

I’m just going to get right to it…
Ernest, the magical Jim Varney character that has impacted so many lives, is our topic on this newest of episodes. The guys go into full nostalgia mode when this one kicks off. It’s the first topic in a while where all of the terrific three remember it. The Professor fights back tears of joy as he remembers the legend that is Jim Varney and demands his birthday be a holiday. JD admits that a lot of his comedic inspiration came from Ernest. Bulldog remembers it well and almost earns a face punch from The Professor.
Go grab some MIAK, sit back, and enjoy this one: it's a doozy!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 46 “Jim Varney (Ernest P Worrell)”
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Aug 11, 201501:11:35

How It Stacks #45: Transformers Movie (1986) and Soundtrack

bah weep grana weep ninny bon! JD has cashed in his Trivia Wars prize and hand picked this topic out of the millions of other topics that The Professor and Bulldog would rather be doing. The HIS trio not only celebrated JD’s trivia wars win on this one, they celebrated a birthday, AND brought on a guest host. The jokes start early on this one as Bulldog and Willis share that they BOTH don't have very many memories of this "epic" topic while JD can just about recite it from memory. This also marks the 1st episode the guys cover music which starts the big debate on “you’ve got the the touch”... Is it really a fight song? Take solace in the fact that in this movie there is no Michael Bay and for a movie targeted at kids… a lot of Autobots and Decepticons WERE harmed in the making. Will the Professor and Bulldog regret their decision to let the winner of trivia wars get to choose the topic or will they all rejoice in bask in the possible glory that might be Transformers: The Movie. Find out on an all new How It Stacks.

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 45 “Transformers Movie (1986) and Soundtrack”

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Jul 20, 201501:23:17

How It Stacks #44: Bill Nye (The Science Guy)

Science rules!
While, yes, it does this isn't just a random fact; it's a snippet from… Bill Nye: The Science Guy!!
The Terrible 3 break out their lab coats on this one and embark on a journey to discover if the relief pitcher for classrooms around the world (except those in Alabama: apparently Bulldog and Professor had a terrible childhood) stack. He’s been a massive influence to millions around the world and continues his scientific journey to this day. However, Bulldog and the Professor saw him differently when they were kids. JD only liked him as a kid cause it got him out of school work. The guys go all over the place in this episode; from E3 conversations to Allison Mack back to typical HIS stuff. Trivia wars gets all sciency on this one, so there’s some learning while listening. Yes, that's probably a first for them!
One of JD's mystic OH references in the show: www.channelone.com/for-educators/
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 44 "Bill Nye"
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Jul 02, 201501:00:23

How It Stacks #43: Hook and Jumanji

The Hook brings you back...to How it Stacks. This time it’s all about pirates and giant mosquitoes because JD, Professor Willis, and Bulldog are bringing out the epic 90's epics Hook and Jumanji. Can a single show handle that much epic? Apparently it can. Will the swashbuckling three emerge on the other side unscathed? Not a chance. A tear will be shed for the late great Robin Williams. JD will confess his love for Tinkerbell. Willis was into Kirsten Dunst before she was kissing Spider-man upside down in the rain. Budlong covets Dustin Hoffman’s sweet mustache. What about that time JD got drunk with Rufio while Willis crowd surfed with a monkey? End of the line, sonny Jim!
Ru-fi-ooooooooooooooo!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 43 “Hook and Jumanji”
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Jun 19, 201501:12:19

How It Stacks #42: Star Wars - A New Hope

What else is there to say; I mean really?! The terrific three go after their biggest topic of so far. It's freaking Star Wars - A New Hope!!! A true pop culture icon and this episode gets insane, right from the start. The guys start getting fired up quickly in this one, you could even say it gets heated. They debate everything from who the saga is about, to how the force works. This episode is intense as JD and The Professor go head to head on what it's all about while bulldog throws his weight around on it. It is nuts.
DON'T MISS THIS ONE.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 42 “Star Wars - A New Hope”

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May 22, 201501:17:35

How It Stacks #41: The Addams Family (and Values)

Bam!!!
The Guys are back to what they do best! Pensacon coverage has officially wrapped and what better way to get back to the show grind than with some gothic greatness: The Addams Family and Addams Family Values.
The terrific three go goth and stack what is considered a beloved franchise. JD is back with a vengeance after missing Pensacon day 3 and is pretty much living from red bull to red bull, that will be entertaining. The Professor gushes over one of his favorite families while laying the knowledge smack down he is known for. B-B-Bulldog earns more than his nerd card when he confesses his love for Daredevil and how binge watching a new Netflix series is OK. With a special guest on this episode who has an insane crush on Morticia and confesses she was the reason for his goth girls obsession in high school. This a fun/crazy episode you don't want to miss.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 41 “The Addams Family (and Values)”
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May 07, 201501:09:02

How It Stacks #40: Pensacon 2015 Day 3 (It's a wrap)

Professor Willis and the Bulldog reminisce about Day 3 of Pensacon 2015. It's time to sit back, relax and see why these two really need JD to keep things moving along!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 40 “Pensacon Day 3”
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Apr 18, 201558:20

How It Stacks #39: Pensacon 2015 - Day 2

Pensacon DAY 2 !!!
Let the pleasuring of your ears continue as the Terrific Three re-live their Pensacon Day 2 experiences. Bulldog steals the funnies as he shares the hole story (all six inches) and how JD’s knowledge of local clothing stores can be useful. JD talks about Aether (www.WeAreSkyBorne.com) and shares some of his concerns for the next couple years of Pensacon. And the lone wolf, Professor Willis, tells us what is was like on the other end of the Pensacon world. Enjoy some the guys favorite moments from Day 2 as they share their thoughts in a classic How It Stacks fashion.

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 39 “Pensacon 2015 - Day 2”

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Apr 01, 201501:30:29

How It Stacks #38: Pensacon 2015 - Day 1 and Ed Spencer Interview

Thus begins the Terrific Three's coverage of Pensacon with their thoughts on day 1.
JD starts us off with his antics from day 1 and shares his experience with meeting one his favorite actors. He also has a nice public service announcement on why you should read clearly when covering an event like this.
The Professor earned his planning badge as he has his schedule of day one planned to the "T". All while forgetting to eat and letting us know how he really feels about girls who can eat fire.
Bulldog didn't learn his lesson from last year and visited a local (and totally epic) burger joint which set him back a little. He also brought his family this year and shares those antics. At the end of the day 1, all is forgotten as JD and Bulldog watch the Oxygen Channel film an episode of The Prancing Elites, all this and more at ... PENSACON 2015.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 38 “Pensacon 2015 Day 1”

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Mar 12, 201501:19:41

How It Stacks #37: Tron (1982) and Terminator (1984)

Mash-up Terminator-Tron by wynahiros (via Deviant Art)

In honor of Pensacon, The Terrific Three are stacking what are arguably two of the corner stones for 80's pop culture and one film that sparked an entire franchise!
Tron and Terminator.
Both films have left there mark on history and both have had sequels and shows... But do the films that started those things Stack?
JD gets to Nerd-gasm on this episode as he talks about Terminator (he only does the Arnold voice once) and how Michael Biehn got him into acting. The Professor slaps JD back to reality with why Terminator can't work do to the "Connor Paradox". Bulldog and Willis do their best to keep JD in line for that one. Tron thoughts are shared as The Professor shares what he remembers about watching Tron in the early years. Bulldog lets the guys know that even with is extensive computer knowledge Tron is sill a little out there...
To summarize... The Professor and Bulldog verbally duke it out with JD on this one as they "discuss" what could and couldn't happen.
Don't miss this one!
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep. 37 “Tron (1982) and Terminator (1984)”

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Feb 25, 201501:17:23

How It Stacks #36: Golden Eye (N64)

They're back!!!
The How It Stacks trio kicks off Season 3 with a massive (epicly massive) topic... Nintendo 64's Goldeneye!!! Its crazy time for the crew as the Terrific Three embark on a journey that began in August 1997. Goldeneye has been one of the games they've been more than excited to do since HIS first started. JD shares why he prefers single player over multiplayer. They discuss why the game was bigger than its predecessor, Doom. Bulldog shares his memories on multi-player; while The Professor gets a good point across about the modern state of gaming. This game has broken friendships, and forever coined the term "Screen Watching"...
Can the Trio survive the research as they face off to see who is superior?? Find out on this brand new and most excellent episode of How It Stacks!!!

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Jan 23, 201501:10:06

How It Stacks #35: Super Smash Bros (N64)

A new challenger approaches!!
Yep, Super Smash Bros (N64) has stepped into the ring with the HIS trio and it is a slobber knocker (That's a throw back to our WWE fans)!!! It's a crazy episode where the guys literally trash talk the hell out of each other. Bulldog even gets some jabs in. JD confesses that he could never beat his little brother and crowns himself king of the HIS crew. The Professor steps up his game with pages of info on this one and puts JD in his place once or twice. They talk about "house" rules when playing games and why forbidden characters should always be adhered too. JD uses Captain Falcon, Bulldog uses Link, and The Professor shows how universal his skills are as he tries multiple characters.
There is a lot of back in forth on this one and the guys end up having to settle there beef in the ring and well...
You'll hear what happens.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 35 “Super Smash Bros (N64)”
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Dec 12, 201401:10:17

How It Stacks #33: Ren and Stimpy

The How It Stacks crew is back with another Nickelodeon blast from the past: Ren & Stimpy! Grab something to drink, a snack, and sit down for an hour of fun as your favorite trio relive the adventures of not only Ren and Stimpy but also Powdered Toastman, Muddy the Mudskipper, and all the other ‘side-kicks’! Don’t whiz on the fence, because it’s log: Happy Happy, Joy Joy! Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 33 “Ren & Stimpy” We would like to thank our sponsors: ThinkGeek: Head on over to www.Geek-IO.com/thinkgeek for all your geeky accessory needs! And TeeFury: Home of the twofury tee shirt competition! Two shirts enter, only one leaves victorious! Head over to www.Geek-IO.com/teefury to pick your favorite!” Special thanks to Anamanaguchi for our music and to The Geek I/O Podcast Network for hosting our show! Geek I/O is currently taking a survey of all their listeners. Please click the banner in the show post via the website (www.geek-io.com/howitstacks) or the picture/link below. This is a brief survey to help us get to know you and what you like about our shows! They have also started a new way to support the network: monthly subs

Sep 30, 201401:04:00

How It Stacks #32: Rugrats (repost)

This is one of the cornerstones for people who grew up around the birth of Nicktoons. Arguably one of their biggest shows up until recent years... We're talking about Rugrats!
Take a trip with the HIS trio as they stack this epic topic and discover the darker side of Rugrats. We found a Rugrats theory that is terribly disturbing; yet some how has enough evidence to support it, its actually considered probable. Willis shares his thoughts on why Angelica is the best character. JD gets a little sappy while sharing his thoughts on why the show had a huge draw. Bulldog in a brand new segment, called "Where are they now?" tells us the origins of the famous Walter White.

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 32 “Rugrats”
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Sep 14, 201401:06:50

How It Stacks #31: Hey Arnold!

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"Hey football head!!"
The notorious How it Stacks three take on another Nicktoons juggernaut: Hey Arnold!
The story of a young super kid who can fix ANY problem. This one was another unique episode for the guys as this is a topic that they weren't really into as kids. Whoa! Before you go thinking you whats going to happen stackage wise remember the guys have proven that if its "stacks" it will win them over (Bill and Ted did this with JD for instance) . With that said the guys get back to their roots a little on this one with the return of VS as the guys put Doug up against Hey Arnold and company. Willis brings the knowledge (such is the tradition) and we debut a brand new segment that is full of some good laughs. This is one more classic H.I.S. episode for you to sneakily play while you're at work.
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Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 31 “Hey Arnold!”

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Aug 27, 201450:53

How It Stacks #30: Doug (Pre-Disney)

How It Snicks #1
D-D-Doug! "That's me!"
Yes, Doug is our next topic. Not the creeper behind you looking over your shoulder or the guy who pointed you to the delicious peanut butter Oreo cookies instead of walking you there (that guys a douche). We're talking about the epic Nicktoon show that may or may not have been one the most relate-able cartoon kid ever. (If you're insane. More on that in the episode.) JD compares Patty Mayonnaise to Princess Alura and links Scrubs and Family Guy to Doug, all the while making the jokes you'd expect by now. Professor Willis puts on his thinking cap and gets a degree as he diagnoses the cast of the show. (With a little help from the interwebs). Bulldog brings it on the soundboard too as he drops some perfectly time clips the put the guys the place once again. It was unanimous... This was a hysterical episode to record so don't miss it or I fear that Roger will chastise you until you wear your underwear on the out side and become Quail-Man.
You know what, just listen to this one!

Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 30 “Doug”

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Aug 12, 201401:03:35

How It Stacks #29: Star Trek - The Next Generation (Season 1)

"Warp 9, engage!"
Join us as we boldly go where you might have been years ago! Yup, we're stacking one of the most beloved sci-fi shows of all time Star Trek : the Next Generation! This is easily one of the biggest topics we've done so we decided to truly do it justice by only stacking season 1. JD, Willis, and the Bulldog embark on this journey in classic HIS fashion. JD brings the jokes while Willis brings the facts and some great one liners. Bulldog and Willis go head to head in a Trivia battle until the quiz site breaks down. This is an epsiode for any Trekkie new and old.
Direct Audio Link: HIS - Ep 29 “Star Trek - The Next Generation (Season 1)”

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Aug 02, 201401:03:25

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Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Book)

Classic Double Dare (80s-90s)

Mortal Kombat and Double Dragon

Austin Powers Trilogy

Spiderman - The Animated Series (1995)

#73 - Army of Darkness (Evil Dead 3)

#72 - Judge Dredd

#71 - Excitebike (mini-sode)

#70 - Punchout (NES)

#69 - The Real Ghostbusters (TV Show)

#68 - AKIRA and Ghost in the Shell (Originals)

HIS - Pensacon 2017 - Recap!

#67 - Batman v Superman LIVE at Pensacon 2017

#66 - Pokemon (Indigo League)

#65 - Lethal Weapon 3-4

#64 Lethal Weapon 1-2

#63 Flinstones (1994) and Viva Rock Vegas (2000)

#62 Snacks v5 (LIVE from Mobicon 2016)

#61 Animaniacs

#60 M*A*S*H (Season 1)

#59 Snacks v4 (SouthSounds Festival - Podcast LIVE)

#58 Donkey Kong Country (SNES)

#57 The Legend of Zelda

#56 Thundercats (Ho!)

#55 Pensacon 2016 Recap

#54 First Blood (Rambo) and Rambo (First Blood Part II)

#53 - SPECIAL Between the Mopcast!

#52 Snacks v3 (Cookie Crisp and Warheads)

#51 Dungeons and Dragons (Corrected Link)

#50!!! The Naked Gun Trilogy

#49 Super Mario Bros 3 (NES)

#48 Super Mario Bros 2 (NES)

How It Stacks #47: Super Mario Bros (NES)

How It Stacks #46: Jim Varney (Ernest P Worrell)

How It Stacks #45: Transformers Movie (1986) and Soundtrack

How It Stacks #44: Bill Nye (The Science Guy)

How It Stacks #43: Hook and Jumanji

How It Stacks #42: Star Wars - A New Hope

How It Stacks #41: The Addams Family (and Values)

How It Stacks #40: Pensacon 2015 Day 3 (It's a wrap)

How It Stacks #39: Pensacon 2015 - Day 2

How It Stacks #38: Pensacon 2015 - Day 1 and Ed Spencer Interview

How It Stacks #37: Tron (1982) and Terminator (1984)

How It Stacks #36: Golden Eye (N64)

How It Stacks #35: Super Smash Bros (N64)

How It Stacks #33: Ren and Stimpy

How It Stacks #32: Rugrats (repost)

How It Stacks #31: Hey Arnold!

How It Stacks #30: Doug (Pre-Disney)

How It Stacks #29: Star Trek - The Next Generation (Season 1)

#60 MAS*H (Season 1)