In this episode of Altered Judgement, hosts Alex and Joe discuss the end of Season 1 of the show, and tease a brand new look and feel coming for next season with a fresh studio setup a more radio centric format and a brand-new theme song by DelCobras. They share a major update regarding the co-host lineup, officially moving forward as a duo.The episode features a celebratory tasting of their collaboration beer with Van Lieu’s Brewing Company and a deep dive into an assortment of local treats from Baked by Michela on their new Backyard Buzz Segment. Later, the hosts discuss the evolution of media, sharing their top sitcom picks and reflecting on the nostalgia of '90s culture and music as it hits its 30th anniversary.

Episode Chapters:

[00:00] - Cold open and the new Altered Judgement intro.

[00:56] - Onward and Upward: Studio updates and co-host announcement.

[02:46] - Cracking open the official Altered Judgement beer from Van Lieu's.

[03:14] - Recap of the beer release party and shoutouts to local collaborators.

[05:58] - Introducing the "Backyard Buzz" segment: Supporting local businesses.

[08:35] - Backyard Buzz: Baked by Michela

[10:32] - Tasting the brown butter chocolate chip cookie.

[12:58] - The Oatmeal Cream Pie challenge: "Little Debbie ain't got nothing on this."

[14:28] - Reviewing the Oreo cookie sandwich with chocolate ganache.

[15:53] - The portable apple pie: Tasting the apple pastry.

[19:18] - Banana Pudding review: "The best I've ever had."

[21:55] - Cinnamon bun cheesecake tasting.

[25:40] - Media Discussion: The "Death of Comedy" and changing TV landscapes.

[28:13] - Sitcom deep dive: Scrubs, How I Met Your Mother, and The Big Bang Theory.

[32:04] - Book-to-screen adaptations: Hopes for the Harry Potter HBO series.

[34:21] - Binge-watching classics: Game of Thrones and Breaking Bad.

[38:51] - '90s Nostalgia: Why Dookie and Nimrod are now "Classic Rock."

[42:40] - The Top 3 Sitcom Challenge: Alex and Joe share their all-time favorites.

[53:53] - Studio shoutouts: AB 3D Print Works and upcoming guests.

[56:45] - Future "Altered Journeys": Planning a trip to DC for the Bad Time Records Tour

[58:37] - Ace Ventura and the $58k Rhino prop.

[59:38] - Final wrap-up and "Onward and Upward" closing.

In this special live episode, the Altered Judgement crew takes their show on the road to Van Lieus Brewing Company in Perkasie, PA. The centerpiece of the event is the official launch of the Altered Judgement Pale Ale. Throughout the two-hour broadcast, the guys sit down with Galen and Rachel (Van Lieus) to discuss the history of the brewery and the brewing process. They are also joined by the team from Spuddy Buddy Fry Factory to sample gourmet fries and Adam from the Happy Losers podcast for some comedy and shop talk. The episode concludes with a live "Brew or False" trivia game involving the brewery patrons.

Episode Chapters:

[00:00] Intro and Welcome

[03:00] The Game Plan

[06:40] Interview with Galen (Van Lieus Owner)

[16:30] The Origin of Altered Judgement Beer

[22:20] Interview with Rachel (Lead Bartender)

[35:10] Spuddy Buddy Fry Factory

[45:00] Adam from Happy Losers

[01:01:00] The Hot Sauce Challenge

[01:12:40] Workplace Rants

[01:22:50] Music and Comedy:

[01:32:00] Brew or False Game:

[01:53:30] The Prize Wheel

[02:10:45] Wrap Up and Thank You’s

In this "CrossCast" special, the boys from Altered Judgement join the Happy Losers podcast for a deep dive into their worlds. They discuss the "mathematical formula" for the perfect amount of pre-show liquid courage, the struggles of maintaining a "beard identity" (and the dangers of shaving it off), and the transition from filmmaking and music into the podcasting space.The episode takes a local turn with stories about legendary bars like Oldtowne and Mystic, a breakdown of the Philly open mic scene, and a final, fiery challenge involving a local Carolina Reaper hot sauce. It’s an exploration of work ethic, creative passion, and why sometimes you just have to "take the leap" and start that project you've been talking about for years.[00:00] Intro: Welcome to the Altered Losers Judgment Podcast.[01:43] The Comedy Formula: Liquid courage and experimenting with pre-show beers.[04:18] Beard Identities: The struggle of shaving and the "toddler reaction" test.[08:04] The Future of Travel: Personal drones and the "Jetson" aircraft.[10:07] Large Man Problems: Tall guy respect and the struggle of small cars.[13:14] Local Legends: Tales from Oldtown, Mystic, and the Ale Trail.[16:53] Beverage Kryptonite: The alcohols that turn you mean (Rumple Minze & Jäger).[21:13] Creative Origins: Transitioning from filmmaking and screamo bands to podcasting.[26:06] Taking the Leap: The philosophy of starting a project and being ready to fail.[30:12] Marriage & Fatherhood: Transitions, expectations, and the "Domino's incident."[34:31] The Wawa Debate: Nostalgia for the sliced lunch meat heyday vs. modern quality.[36:26] The Comedy Grind: Advice for the Philly open mic scene and finding your cadence.[44:53] Professional Welding: Career paths outside of degrees and traveling the US.[53:49] The Ethics of Work: Handing down work ethic and documenting "core memories."[58:45] Comedy Culture: Thoughts on Kill Tony, SNL, and "standing on business" in humor.[01:08:31] First Mic Stories: Facing stage fright and the adrenaline of performance.[01:14:34] Improv vs. Scripted: Why the best podcast moments are the ones you didn't expect.[01:22:12] Growing the Brand: LLCs, local partnerships, and "leveraging" the community.[01:23:44] The Hot Sauce Challenge: Taking on the local "Goat's Head" Carolina Reaper sauce.[01:30:00] Final Outro: Supporting local business and closing thoughts.

The episode kicks off with a game called "That Could Be a Strip Club," where the hosts brainstorm how innocent business names like "Crumbl Cookie" or "Happy Zone" could double as adult entertainment venues. The conversation then shifts to a live attempt to "Split the G" with a glass of Guinness, leading into a trip down memory lane about AOL chat rooms and the "ASL" (Age/Sex/Location) era. This naturally transitions into a discussion about the absurdity and dark comedy of Chris Hansen's sting operations, recalling the most ridiculous excuses and moments from the show.

Episode Chapters:

[00:06] - The "That Could Be a Strip Club" Game

[01:03] - Splitting the G: The Guinness Challenge

[03:15] - AOL Chat Rooms & ASL Nostalgia

[04:26] - Chris Hansen & "To Catch a Predator"

[05:45] - Classic Excuses & Zima

[06:56] - The Naked Entrance & Final Thoughts

In this episode of Altered Judgement, Joe, Alex, and Pat are back in the studio and joined by a very special guest: Chef Nick Clare. The guys dive deep into the world of content creation, the importance of supporting local mom-and-pop businesses, and the personal journeys that led them to where they are today.

From heartfelt discussions about mental health and fatherhood to a local pizza review from Sylvio’s Deli, this episode covers it all. The group also tackles the "Chicago Handshake" with a round of Malort, debates the best (and worst) seasons of the year, and discusses the challenges of balancing a health journey with being a food influencer.

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Chef Nick Clare

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Episode Chapters:

[00:00] Intro & Housekeeping

[03:01] Welcome Chef Nick

[04:53] The Jump Into Content Creation

[06:42] Building Community

[11:47] Taking the Leap

[16:17] Mental Health Monday

[18:59] Fatherhood & Sports

[27:37] Pizza Review - Silvio’s Deli

[30:29] Food Subjectivity

[34:13] Supporting Small Business

[39:21] The Local Renaissance

[46:31] Life as an Influencer

[50:45] The Cheesesteak Debate

[01:01:08] Restaurant Cleanliness

[01:04:11] The Malort Challenge

[01:08:44] Health Journeys & Food

[01:14:10] Breaking Old Habits

[01:21:51] The Season Debate

[01:25:00] Ranking the Seasons

[01:37:24] Outro & Final Thoughts

In this special episode, the ladies take over the studio to dish out the "unaltered" truth. From a disastrous Malort shot challenge and 40th-birthday health realizations to the infamous "Mushroom Pizza Incident," no topic is off-limits. Expect plenty of banter about marriage, the struggles of adulting, and why they might just be better at podcasting than the men..

Episode Chapters:

[00:00] Introduction & Takeover

[01:28] The Malort Shot Challenge

[04:00] Throwing the Husbands Under the Bus

[05:33] Turning 40 & Busted Hips

[08:35] Millennial Coping & Gummies

[13:07] The "Nerd" Origin Story

[17:28] The Infamous Mushroom Pizza Story

[29:45] Guest Invitations & Podcast Ambitions

[34:20] Height Verification

[38:17] Final Outro

The crew welcomes Khamila of Kitty on Top Bartending to discuss her journey from working a corporate job to building a mobile bartending empire. They explore the challenges of starting a business right before a pandemic, the importance of high standards in the hospitality industry, and the creative process behind her organic simple syrups. Between the business talk, the group samples a "gauntlet" of local craft beers, explores the science of bourbon stewardship, and braves a "Voldemort" shot (a mix of Malort and Vladimir vodka). The episode concludes with a chaotic birthday celebration, complete with an alien-masked pizza delivery and an impromptu birthday song.

Episode Chapters:

[00:00] Intro & Welcome

[01:45] The Beer Flight Begins

[04:28] Getting "Iced"

[10:21] Local Brew Highlights

[14:30] The Birth of Kitty on Top

[18:28] The 5,000 Sq Ft Event Space

[23:42] Certified Spirits

[26:56] Building a Team

[32:56] Organic Simple Syrups

[37:19] Mixology Demo - Espresso Martinis

[43:22] Bad Habits Segment

[01:01:02] Ultimate Pet Peeves

[01:12:32] The "Voldemort" Shot

[01:21:40] Alien Pizza Delivery

[01:28:09] Giveaway & Wrap Up

We had so much content from Episode 6 that we couldn't fit it all in one episode so we introduce you to the "last call" episode. The last call label will be applied to episodes generated from main episode shooting but not quite enough to warrant their own numerical title. The hosts of Altered Judgement dive into a variety of topics, starting with humorous observations about the "pink tax" and the absurdity of men's grooming products. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as they discuss Pats Upbringing in coal country, and the legend of Centralia, Pennsylvania. After sharing a wild story about a chaotic night at Penn State, the mood shifts as Joe opens up about the challenges of 2025, specifically the loss of his father and the bonds that were formed around it. The episode serves as a tribute to their parents and a reflection on how their upbringing shaped the very show they are filming.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

01:34 - The Pink Tax & Shaving

03:20 - Grooming Marketing

04:30 - High School Smells

07:05 - Dateline Parody

09:40 - Coal Country Roots

11:40 - The Silent Hill Town

15:30- West Virginia & Road Trips

18:20 - The Penn State Incident

23:42 - Drunk Science

25:25 - Final Destination Fears

27:10 - Spuddy Buddy Sauce

30:31 - Parenting & Protecting Daughters

34:40 - Father-Son Dynamics

36:12 - A Tough Year

37:38 - Grief & Responsibility

40:16 - Honoring Memories

41:40 - Closing Reflections.