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The scope of this one was so large that it needed two recording sessions…! We head back to 1787 through 1788 as Mike offers initial reactions to “Ratification: The People Debate the Constitution, 1787-1788” by Pauline Maier. This one really brings the point of the ‘cast to light, bringing the past to inform current events. Enjoy! New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

The title of the ‘cast allows for some tangents and Mike does just that and then some. Joe takes us through the historical highlights of New Years Eve despite Mike’s every attempt to discuss whatever is on his mind. New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

Take a break from the holidays with some of the regularly scheduled history! Mike keeps a list of quotes he finds pertinent, historically significant, or contemporaily-pertinent and would like to share a few (many) with you!  NOTE: Mike is aware he attributed a quote by Lincoln to the wrong speech. List of Mike's quotes broken down by acts New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression usually come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

‘Tis the season for more holiday casts and Joe doesn’t let you down! Come learn a bit about how that magical elf (a man) came to look and act as he does today! Then Mike & Joe do what they do best: ask a question of you, the listener. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and to all a good night! New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

O’ Come all ye listeners, witness the birth of what, we call ‘Joe Preponderances’ ‘bout Christ-mas-music. Mike & Joe discuss, the nature of Christmas Music; It’s mostly about couples, But what about singles? The Article Joe talks about from Urban Daddy. The Spotify Playlist containing all the songs and other Holiday favorites discussed in the show! New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

The ‘cast is back to wrestling with the issues of today when Joe poses an age-old question, a question based on a statement that folks have heard their elders say time and again. Come for the reflection on 2018’s issues, stay for a level of happiness yet unseen in Joe. New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

Looking at the subject, it would be safe to assume that, given the people speaking, this is about the gloomy side of a holiday. BUT IT’S NOT (unless you dislike oysters, then it absolutely is. Also, Mike does hint at some gloom, but it’s minuscule by comparison, we promise). New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

Joe tells us about the time LucasFilm put out a full budget novel as a way to test the waters for our interest in the Star Wars franchise. Never one to pass up an opportunity, Mike digresses on a Star Wars theory and they talk a bit about upcoming fun…!

Mike and Joe recap America’s election as best they can in this Midterm special. However as most casts usually do, it digresses into Mike giving us a history lesson and Joe claiming the people should hold those elected to office accountable, regardless of party. New Episodes of Pulpit of Digression come out every Tuesday! Please subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher radio! Or visit us at pulpitpod.com Have a question, or perhaps you’d just like to yell at us and tell us we’re wrong... You can do so by emailing us at pulpitpod@gmail.com

Mike reacts to a story in the news by reading the 14th Amendment. From there, Joe & Mike discuss some of the more frustrating aspects of dealing with those in power; their choice of words and misdirection. Oddly enough, you’ll want to bring your map of the U.S. for the end!

Take it a little easier this week with Joe and Mike as they discuss an idea about something that could make society a little bit better. Joe debuts a new segment of the show this week and, wouldn’t you know it but, Mike assures us Ohio has amazing Chili!

Joe and Mike try to approach the question of the NFL, as sports viewers and enthusiasts with an open mind(ish). This is truly a question and conversation reflective of the time it was recorded, who knows how this shakes out? Truths and questions abound!

Mike and Joe have a conversation about historical accuracy in film and the creative media at large. They name drop plenty of your past and recent favorites as they wrestle with the good and bad from good and bad historical representations.

Believe it or not, Mike leads the way in this conversation about a very relevant, if infrequently thought about, segment of the United States Constitution. Mike & Joe discuss the meaning of The Emoluments Clause (Article 1, Section 9), what it is and why it’s important for US democracy.   Source: https://www.brookings.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/gs_121616_emoluments-clause1.pdf   THE CONSTITUTION: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript   The link Mike mentioned: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/mar/08/china-approves-trump-trademarks-businesses

Joe & Mike discuss an event from Joe’s past that legally prohibits him from entering Canada. In a first for the Pulpit, this particular episode features two questions to ponder instead of one. Of note, this discussion features some heavier issues that finds the two without some of the answers.

This week, Mike & Joe welcome Mr. Charles Chuman onto the ‘cast to discuss an article written by John Dickerson in The Atlantic’s May issue. The three discuss Mr. Dickerson’s article about the current nature of the Executive Branch and how the job has become more than one person can handle. Using the article as a jumping off point, Charles, Mike and Joe discuss how we got to this point and how (or WHO) can fix the impossible office that is the Executive Branch of these United States.   The Hardest Job in the World by John Dickerson

Look; 5 is the new 4, and 6 is the new 5. This is almost a two-issue episode as Mike & Joe start with a question about the pros and cons of attending college. Then, the conversation takes a pretty sharp turn as the two offer words of warning and encouragement to those that would seek a degree in the Arts. If you know someone that wants to major in Theater, Radio, Dramatic Arts, Fine Arts, Music, etc…toss this episode their way. Mike and Joe are certain that they’ll want to hear it.

Today’s conversation is sparked by a conversation Joe had on the phone regarding the upcoming election in Missouri. Mike peppers Joe with additional questions as the two discuss third party politics and the potential or stigma surrounding them. Next time you see Joe, DEFINITELY ask him the questions you hear on this episode. You have plenty of time for his rebuttal, right?

Boys and girls of every age, would you like to see something strange? This week, Joe & Mike welcome special guest Kyle Hendrix from the podcast “Would You Stream It?” This week, the three talk about what makes a good horror movie throughout different eras in US and film history. They’ll talk about some of their favorite and what they’re looking forward to next! Subscribe and Listen to Scream Cast, Would You Stream It?https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/scream-cast/id1124523500?mt=2

Mike & Joe visit the crossroads between history, viewership, and baseball this week. Listen in as they discuss how baseball really got started in the United States and when it really took off. The conversation then turns to where it stands today and seeks to answer this episode’s titular question: is baseball the national pastime?  Here are Mike’s links: Story by NPR’s Fresh Air from March 16th, 2011 John Thorn, Official Historian of MLB NY Times article by Jules Tygiel History.com article by Elizabeth Nix The Atlantic article, by Allen Barra Articles on Viewership: https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2014/02/which-sports-have-the-whitest-richest-oldest-fans/283626/ http://demographicpartitions.org/demographics-of-sports-fans-u-s/ https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-sports-with-the-oldest-and-youngest-tv-audiences-2017-06-30