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What The Frock?

Dave Bowman and Roderick Cook

In the spirit of the Goliards, Rabbi Dave and Friar Cook bring you their irreverent and raucous views of the day. So come, fill your mug and sing boisterously along and ask yourself the simple question: What the Frock?

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01:00:56

Is This Even Real?

What The Frock? ·

2025/05/25

This week on What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod tackle the growing presence of artificial intelligence in our lives—from AI sermons and cloned voices to fake book lists and synthetic news anchors. With their trademark blend of humor, theology, and righteous skepticism, they ask the big question: how do you really know who's talking to you? Is it a friend, a preacher, or just a well-trained algorithm? From biblical hoaxes to clickbait chaos, it's a wild ride through faith, ethics, and

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01:02:17

Original Sin

What The Frock? ·

2025/05/18

This week on What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod tackle the fallout from Jake Tapper’s new book Original Sin, which bravely reveals everything we already knew—but couldn’t say—about President Biden’s cognitive decline. From media complicity to George Clooney’s suspiciously timed “epiphany,” the guys unpack how the press and the political class gaslit America into silence… until it was time to cash in. Along the way, they explore Big Pharma’s ad dollars, TikTok trans tantrums, Iraqis with pet

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00:54:55

The Will of Zeus

What The Frock? ·

2025/05/11

This week on What the Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod roll the dice—literally and figuratively—as they reckon with being hilariously wrong about everything. From the surprise passage of statewide rent control in Washington to the shock election of an American Pope (a White Sox fan, no less!), the divine comedy unfolds with sarcasm, snark, and a healthy dose of skepticism. Zeus even makes a cameo. The boys also dive into AI in the courtroom, Salt Lake City’s flag follies, and the mysteries of divine

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00:58:50

Never Go Full Retard

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2025/04/27

This week on What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod take a no-holds-barred swing at the madness of the week! From the myth of the Pope Hammer to Trump’s controversial blue suit, from Washington State’s political implosion to a college sperm race you just cannot un-hear, the guys call it like it is — with humor, skepticism, and a healthy dose of rock ’n’ roll spirit. Plus: Deion Sanders, Shadour’s draft disaster, and Rabbi Dave’s ongoing war with his kidneys. Tune in and join the chaos — available

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01:08:20

Hugarian Goulash

What The Frock? ·

2025/04/20

In this week's episode of What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod set their sights on Hungary—yes, the land of goulash, Rubik’s Cubes, and oddly aggressive water polo. Discover why two-thirds of Hungarians are podcast addicts, why paprika is practically a religion, and why clinking beer glasses might start a diplomatic incident. With classic banter, a belly-rubbing statue, and Rabbi Dave's fight against diabetic chaos, this episode welcomes our new Magyar friends with humor, heresy, and a

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01:00:54

Taxing The Thingee Out of Washington

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2025/04/13

Washington's gone bonkers, folks—Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod are back to unpack the madness! In this episode of What the Frock?, the duo tackles Washington State’s bizarre new tax on dating apps (yes, they’re taxing “thingy”), the philosophical tug-of-war between divine will and prayer, and why you should never cook a steak in the office microwave. Plus, Rabbi Dave reveals plans for a cross-country move, and Rod confronts being outperformed by AI Rod. It’s thoughtful, irreverent, and just the right

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00:37:06

The Donut Friar

What The Frock? ·

2025/04/06

This week on What The Frock?, Friar Rod joins in from Gatlinburg with tales of divine donuts and suspiciously foreign MAGA hats, while Rabbi Dave battles a 6mm kidney stone with nothing but prayer, pacing, and Costco water. The holy duo also weigh in on the upcoming Naked Gun reboot starring Liam Neeson—can it live up to the deadpan glory of Leslie Nielsen, or is it best streamed under sedation? With spiritual snack sermons and sharp political jabs, this episode is glazed with humor and filled with

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00:58:44

Studio Ghiblified

What The Frock? ·

2025/03/30

Rabbi Dave is battling a kidney stone, Friar Rod is broadcasting from a borrowed headset in Georgia, and somehow the show still goes on! This week, the frocked duo tackles the government’s Signal app scandal, the anime art explosion sparked by Studio Ghibli AI filters, and a minor league baseball logo that’s... a bit too anatomical. From tech paranoia to baseball blasphemy, it’s a wild ride through everything ridiculous, real, and rib-splitting. Buckle up, adjust your filters, and join us for

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00:59:18

The Thing from the Department of Education

What The Frock? ·

2025/03/23

Spring allergies, legal absurdities, and subterranean TikTok fame—this episode of What the Frock? has it all. Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod tackle the politics of impeachment, the dysfunction of healthcare bureaucracy, and whether axing the Department of Education would actually improve anything. They also uncover the bizarre tale of a janitor turned bio-terrorist and a Virginia woman digging unauthorized tunnels under her house—with government approval. It's a wild ride through history, policy, and

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00:55:39

The Best Villian?

What The Frock? ·

2025/03/16

Who makes the best villain—Darth Vader, Hans Gruber, or…a high school track star with a baton? In this episode of What the Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod break down what truly makes a great villain, from classic films to real-life politics. Are the best villains just misunderstood heroes, or do they embrace their evil? Plus, they tackle Chuck Schumer’s latest flip-flop, an airline seat showdown, and the shocking truth about St. Patrick’s Day corned beef. Tune in for laughs, deep thoughts, and

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00:57:32

The Extended Version

What The Frock? ·

2025/03/10

The Extended Version – because some stories just can’t be crammed into a soundbite. In this episode of What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod break down the ongoing battle between long-form podcasts and short-form radio. Spoiler: they’re on the right side of history.Along the way, Rabbi Dave finally gets answers to his Lord of the Rings questions, Friar Rod dissects the Gene Hackman fiasco, and both take a skeptical look at the latest national security absurdities. Meanwhile, the Epstein files

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01:06:50

Spaceballs - The Quotes

What The Frock? ·

2025/03/03

In this episode of What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod pull on some serious Holmesian strings, unraveling everything from ancient biblical mysteries to modern media madness. Did Adam and Eve really last only nine hours in the Garden of Eden? And was it even an apple? The guys dive into how easily misinformation spreads—whether it’s Joy Behar calling Elon Musk “pro-apartheid” or the bafflingly vague Epstein files release. They also dissect Ukrainian President Zelensky’s disastrous White House

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01:00:05

The Cyrptid Circle Jerk

What The Frock? ·

2025/02/24

Welcome to another irreverent, thought-provoking, and occasionally eyebrow-raising episode of What the Frock?, where Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod take a chainsaw to the sacred trees of modern absurdity. This week, our fearless hosts dive into a smorgasbord of political and cultural insanity, with a special focus on the mind-boggling use of taxpayer money for, shall we say, unique purposes... and that's just the beginning...

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01:05:30

The Immortal Words of Socrates

What The Frock? ·

2025/02/16

In this episode of What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod dive into everything from the Socratic method to modern-day political absurdities. They discuss the execution of Socrates, the consequences of a world devoid of critical thinking, and the strange intersection of current events and history. With plenty of humor and sharp commentary, the hosts tackle topics like Ukraine, the IRS, and even the chaotic brawls of a U.S.-Canada hockey game. Tune in for laughs and insights!

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01:01:10

A Divine Right To Knowledge, Senator

What The Frock? ·

2025/02/09

This week’s episode ofWhat The Frock? is a wild ride through the absurd, the infuriating, and the outright hilarious. With Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod at the helm, we navigate a world where the Super Bowl is more of a sideshow, government corruption is business as usual, and a man once decided to live among goats just to escape the madness of modern life.The episode kicks off with theSuperb Owl—or, as normal people call it, the Super Bowl—but don’t expect a traditional sports breakdown. Rabbi Dave’s

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01:03:39

The Shrunken Hog

What The Frock? ·

2025/02/02

In this episode of What The Frock?, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod tackle the madness of modern conspiracy culture, from the Blackhawk helicopter crash in D.C. to the internet’s obsession with turning every tragedy into a grand cover-up. They also roast NOAA’s ridiculous Groundhog Day rankings, debate government waste, and discuss the latest NFL officiating fiasco. Meanwhile, in Canada, an unfortunate bar patron learns the hard way why you don’t drop trou in the cold. It’s a wild mix of satire,

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00:58:51

The Gentleman's Joystick

What The Frock? ·

2025/01/27

Welcome back to another unpredictable, laugh-out-loud, and slightly conspiratorial episode of What the Frock? with Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod! This week’s conversation is a wild ride through politics, history, and, of course, their signature blend of humor and candor. Buckle up as the duo dives into everything from Mitch McConnell’s baffling political maneuvers to the never-ending intrigue surrounding the Kennedy assassination files. What do we really know? And why does everyone seem so convinced

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01:08:07

TikTok Trump

What The Frock? ·

2025/01/19

Step into the quirky world of What the Frock?, where Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod serve up their unique mix of humor, historical reflections, and sharp cultural commentary. In this episode, recorded on the eve of a significant political transition, they delve into everything from the peculiarities of modern inaugurations to the TikTok ban's cultural ripple effects. Along the way, you'll hear their takes on noise-canceling headphones, scam stories involving Brad Pitt, and the latest Seattle

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00:56:08

Gavin's Inferno

What The Frock? ·

2025/01/13

The latest episode of What the Frock?, titled “Gavin’s Inferno,” is a fiery deep dive (oops—an intense discussion!) into California’s current chaos, as Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod take on everything from government mismanagement to environmental policies gone awry. Recorded in the aftermath of catastrophic wildfires raging across Los Angeles County, this episode pulls no punches, starting with the sobering truth about California’s failed $7.5 billion water bond passed nearly a decade ago.

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00:59:57

Sinnomon Bunns

What The Frock? ·

2025/01/05

Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod kick off the new year with their signature wit and a rollercoaster of conversations. From hilarious New Year’s mishaps and the tragic state of live Bruno Mars impersonators to a surprisingly philosophical dive into the divisive power of modern events, the duo keeps it real and unpredictable. Oh, and did we mention the unexpected New Year’s Eve birth at a Kokomo strip club? Yeah, they went there.Join them as they tackle the absurdities of the world with humor, insight, and

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