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In the series finale, we wrap up the MPH podcast with appearances from both Poparella and Wyatt. It’s been a slice of heaven and we really appreciate all of the support! Keep an eye on us on Twitter (@mousepadheroes) for news on our next adventure.

In July of 2017, the MPH crew traveled to the Maryland shore for a much needed break from the stresses of podcasting. For years it’s been rumored that a special episode of the MPH podcast was recorded on the beach during this trip. The micro SD card this special episode was supposedly recorded on was…

The show is back after a brief five month hiatus. Liz & Jay have moved the MPH crew yet again as they once again settle down in a new location. Our hosts discuss the premier of season three of Stranger Things, Wyatt drops by to give us an update on Fortnite and the cord cutting…

The crew returns after a brief hiatus and the discussion topics are wide-ranging. Our hosts lament winter in San Diego as they discuss the new Netflix series The Umbrella Academy and the cult video game hit Undertale. We’re also treated to live Daytona 500 commentary from Pop. Show Notes: Cover art credit: @mphpoparella The Umbrella…

In this episode, Liz explains why millennials have ruined the bar scene on the night before Thanksgiving.  Pop drops in for a few minutes as well to tell us she’s bored with dropping in.  Happy Thanksmas!! Show Notes: “The Poddys” from SNL Sea 180, scene of our now infamous and spectacular Thanksgiving dinner

Liz & Jay discuss the MPH crew’s recent trip to Palm Desert, 17 years of wedded bliss and the Pete Davidson / Ariana Grande wedding that never was.  In other news, the Arnold Palmer is now the official drink of the MPH podcast.  The Sparkling Catdog  has been dethroned! FYI – The sound is a…

Jay & Liz cover a broad range of topics in this episode including SNL, Castle Rock, surfing and the nature of Adam & Minnie Driver’s relationship.  The awkward family photo opportunity from episode 2 has been resolved and we learned who prevailed in the battle of the matching wardrobe. Show Notes: Adam Driver is not…

Our crew is settling in to life in southern California.  The cycle of starting over again is grinding everyone down as our intrepid hosts attempt to find their new normal.  A critical question is raised regarding the lameness of family photos in matching clothes.  

We rejoin our heroes for Season 2, Episode 1 from sunny, southern California.  Long gone are the mountains of Pennsylvania as the crew ha relocated yet again to the west coast.  Liz, Abby & Jay catch up on the events of the last 8 months and talk about their new life in Imperial Beach, Ca. …

Poparella joins Jay & Liz in this episode as Liz reveals a clever ruse perpetrated by Poparella and comes clean about her own recent shenanigans during a mom’s night out trip with friends.  Poparella schools us on her obsession with The Sims and as always we talk a little TV. Show Notes: The Turbie Twist…

Liz joins Jay as she tries to emerge from another post-neighborhood-libations induced haze.  (e.g. Saturday afternoon in the ‘heights)  Our hosts discuss the nature of suburban life, Stranger Things season 2 and other meandering topics. Next episode – the return to Oak Island! Show Notes: David Barbour plays “Chief Jim Hopper” in the Netflix series,…

Jay & Liz are back after a few weeks off.  Our hosts discuss their recent wedding anniversary trip sans kids and the craziness that ensues on the sidelines of youth sports events.  This week also features the debut of 3 Minute Theater! Show notes: US olympian Aly Raisman’s parents as “physical spectators” David S. Pumpkins…

This week our hosts reflect on the loss of musician Tom Petty and comedian Ralphie May.  Liz confronts her own self-loathing as manifested in the TV show This is Us and the dynamic duo introduce a new Social Media Peeve of the week feature.

The results are in!  Jay & Liz reveal the result’s of Catdog’s DNA test (#firstworldproblems) and discuss the science and logic behind having your dog’s DNA tested.  In other news, our hosts reflect on their first year in #NEPA and the nature of roots in a community.  Liz talks about the post Game of Thrones…

In this episode, Liz & Jay walk through the season seven finale of Game of Thrones and discuss the fan service, nerd rage and plot twists that may be yet to come. Edit: Upon further review, all of the army of the dead dudes have bright, blue eyes.  And they’re dreamy.

Pop joins Jay & Liz this week to recap her recent performance with the Creative & Performing Arts Academy of NEPA.   After a little theater talk, our hosts of course cover Game of Thrones, cosplay and Pop’s somewhat concerning dreams about living with a pet whale in Antarctica.

After a brief summer hiatus, Liz & Jay return to debrief on the recent MPH family vacation to Ocean City, Maryland.  (solid B grade as far as mid-Atlantic vacation spots go)  Our hosts catch up on the latest story lines in Game of Thrones, so expect spoilers.  Liz has a gym membership crisis and Catdog…

The anticipation is palpable as we prepare for the season seven premier of Game of Thrones.  Liz uses mostly the right character names as she takes us through a recap of key plot lines to follow.  Just when you think she’s talking about another show or book or something, she brings it back to get…

Summer is underway and the MPH crew kicked things off pimp-yacht-style.  We are now officially licensed “boat people”, which may or may not involve actually owning a boat.  Join us as we catch up on our latest summer adventures, a little Game of Thrones chat and of course, Plant Talk!

In honor of Father’s Day we discuss Poparella’s 10U youth softball playoff run, the experience of living on snack shack food and the cast of characters you find at youth sporting events.  We catch up on some Wonder Woman news and discuss ‘thighbrows’.  A special Konichiwa to our devoted Japanese listeners and Happy Father’s Day…