Live from the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Studios, the Don’t Listen Chumcast dives into the chaos, legends, and legacy of one of the Bay’s most iconic venues. From the wild Day on the Green concerts that shook the earth to the unforgettable moments that carved this place into rock history, we relive the madness and the magic.

Then we crank it up with the story of Van Halen’s explosive debut album — the sound, the swagger, and the shockwave that launched a new era in rock. We’re also taking aim at today’s entitlement generation, where effort is optional, egos are maxed out, and everyone wants VIP treatment without paying their dues.

And just when you think it can’t get crazier, we dive into Cleopatra’s world — power plays, political genius, and ancient drama that makes today’s chaos look like a warm-up act.

Broadcasting live from the legendary Bel Mateo Bowl studios in San Mateo, CA, Big Red & The Shebs are rolling strikes, gutter balls, and childhood flashbacks. Between the smell of lane wax and cheap pizza, they revisit what made this local bowling alley a timeless playground—and somehow turn it into a philosophical debate about growing up, staying young, and never quite hitting the pocket.

Then the conversation takes a hazy, hilarious turn into the world of hangovers—the universal equalizer. The Chums reminisce about how hangovers used to be a badge of honor in the 1980s, back when Gen X survived on caffeine, chaos, and bad decisions. From Saturday morning headaches to Monday morning resilience, they make the case that hangovers forged an entire generation of unshakable legends.

From there, things get gloriously unhinged. The crew dives into the glowing genius of Georges Claude—the French inventor who lit up the world with the first neon sign and, without realizing it, became the real father of Las Vegas. They explore how his bright idea shaped pop culture, nightlife, and the modern love affair with glowing excess. Then, as only Don’t Listen Chumcast can, the conversation veers down a historical rabbit hole—spotlighting Sacagawea’s unmatched contributions to exploration and how her courage changed the course of American discovery.

Finally, the Chums wrap things up in the rough, whiskey-soaked world of writer Jack London. From his adventures in the Yukon to his battles with fame, booze, and the wild frontier of early California, London’s story reminds us that great writers are often just great disasters who found the words to explain it.

It’s nostalgia, history, hangovers, and pure chaos—all under the buzzing lights of Bel Mateo Bowl. Come for the memories, stay for the madness, and leave wondering how bowling, neon, and literary outlaws ended up in the same episode.

Broadcasting live from the Belmont Theater Studios, Big Red & The Shebs fire up the nostalgia machine for a wild ride through Belmont, California’s legendary Belmont Theater — the 1980s hangout where movie dreams, laughter, and teenage chaos collided, especially during those unforgettable midnight showings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

From there, the Chums celebrate the spirit of the era through one of its greatest icons: John Belushi. From Animal House to The Blues Brothers, Belushi wasn’t just funny — he was a cultural force of nature who reshaped comedy with raw energy, fearless rebellion, and heart. We dive into his meteoric rise, his struggles, and why his influence still looms large over every performer bold enough to go big, loud, and unapologetically human.

Next, the conversation turns to the surprising history of swearing — how “bad words” evolved from forbidden to fundamental in the way we express emotion, build connection, and earn authenticity.

Finally, the show closes with a head-nodding trip through the birth of 1980s rap — a movement that exploded from New York block parties to the global stage. Big Red & The Shebs celebrate the pioneers who turned poetry into protest and rhythm into rebellion: Run-D.M.C., LL Cool J, Grandmaster Flash, Public Enemy, the Beastie Boys, and more. It was an era when turntables were weapons, lyrics were lightning, and hip-hop became the raw voice of a generation — shaping style, attitude, and social awareness that still define music today.

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