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post #1 of 71
2/4/10 at 2:20pm
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Time for a new person to get into the podcast game.


It finally happened, after nearly a year's worth of voicemails, Ed decided to get his own show up and running. In the inaugural episode of The Ed Hocken Show, Ed and his long time friend Randall discuss the reasons for the show, life in the beautiful San Fernando Valley, Arby's, movie theaters, public bathrooms and a need for a code of conduct between the homeless and you. So come on down, put on your v-neck and enjoy the show.
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post #2 of 71
2/4/10 at 3:26pm
You really hit the ground running, mate. Can't wait to hear this get better and better.
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post #3 of 71
2/4/10 at 3:41pm
I'm totally going to have to check this out when I get a free evening, Hock.
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post #4 of 71
2/4/10 at 4:11pm
Fuck yes! I'm totally listening to this when I get off work! Congrats, Captain Hocken!
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post #5 of 71
2/7/10 at 9:10pm
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Episode 2 is now up:


Ed doesn't understand the Youth of America. He was never with "it", so he never understood what "it" was. But, in order to understand the new and up coming generation he brings his 17 year old sister as this week's guest. Topics include: High school clicks, idiotic motivational speakers, Skins, Lil' Wayne, going vegetarian, getting ready for college and Jersey Shore.
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post #6 of 71
2/10/10 at 1:20pm
I identified greatly with your sister's comments on vegetarianism. I got into it and out of it for much the reasons, and if you swapped "salad" or "vegetable wrap" with "identical, boring veggie burgers", that was pretty much my experience with dining out sans slaughter. Delicious, satisfying slaughter. That's very much a product of the comparatively poor options available for veggies in this part of the world, though.*

"Christophey" just got added to the official list of acceptable Christophe monikers.

* That said, Boston was a big eye-opener. With the exception of one or two occasions, it was pretty much exactly the same situation as home for food.
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post #7 of 71
2/10/10 at 1:58pm
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There are vegan restaurants in LA but I have no idea what the cost of such places are.

It just seems so much work to create a fake meat product. Jim Gaffigan said it best that vegitarians are obessed with meat even though they don't eat it.
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post #8 of 71
2/10/10 at 2:09pm
To be fair to them, though, the whole concept of a "main", a meat style or shaped product around which to base a meal is a pretty gaping void to fill.
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post #9 of 71
2/10/10 at 2:11pm
*insert postcount jokes*

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There are vegan restaurants in LA but I have no idea what the cost of such places are.

It just seems so much work to create a fake meat product. Jim Gaffigan said it best that vegitarians are obessed with meat even though they don't eat it.
Apparently Native Foods in Westwood is a pretty popular place, and their prices seem to be about the same as most restaurants that serve meat. I'm not a vegetarian/vegan at all (GIVE ME DELICIOUS STEAK), but it can't be too horribly expensive of a lifestyle.

EDIT: And to Bobby's point about gaping voids, I had Boca burgers once and had the most debilitating case of nausea and the shits that I've ever had in my life. I don't know if that's just a symptom of me not being totally used to something like that or just a bad batch, but jesus I wanted to die.
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post #10 of 71
2/10/10 at 3:55pm
Morningstar Grillers, folks. They're the bob-omb.
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post #11 of 71
2/10/10 at 5:13pm
Rough stuff, Jake. My worst veggie burger experience by some distance came courtesy of Nando's. Before going to see Control, I went there for dinner with a friend. The food was great, as was everything else, until the film began.

It became pretty clear early on that something was amiss in my stomach. I tried to do everything in my power to counteract this whilst seated (mints were about all I had at my disposal.) The mints were inadequate and around ten minutes before the end of the film the pain in my stomach was at risk of turning into a full-blown vomit shower over the rows directly in front.

I quickly and awkwardly bolted for the gents (those familiar with Manchester's Cornerhouse Cinema will appreciate how disruptive this can be in any of its small theaters) where I proceeded to immediately and dramatically hurl a technicolor nightmare all over the sink and surrounding area, as well as some in one of the cubicle toilets.

After the pain and shock subsided, I felt tremendous. Less so about the mess (I did what I could in my wounded state.) By the time I returned to my seat, the film was over. To this day, the very mention or sight of the name Nando's is enough to inspire great jesting from my friend.
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post #12 of 71
2/12/10 at 8:45pm
Ha!
Nandos. What a night that was.

My meal was fine. And I saw the film to the end.
(Spoiler: He snuffed it).
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post #13 of 71
2/14/10 at 8:09pm
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Ha!
Nandos. What a night that was.

My meal was fine. And I saw the film to the end.
(Spoiler: He snuffed it).
How sorry did I sound about the state of the sink? Scale of 1-10. 10 being "please, not the face!"

I did catch the end of the film on TV, years later. It wasn't worth the wait, only further underlining the overwhelming inconvenience of that evening.

See how long you'd been away from the boards, man? You reduced me to saying "a friend."
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post #14 of 71
2/14/10 at 9:00pm
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How sorry did I sound about the state of the sink? Scale of 1-10. 10 being "please, not the face!"
If I remember rightly, you were all but 'demanding' (insofar as that is (not) possible by you) that they allow you to get some cleaning products to finish up your hasty cleansing of the aftermath. That kind woman declined. Though, that was before she'd seen what you'd left in there. For all I know, (not having actually seen said vomitorium), she could have put a hit out on you for leaving conjealed 'chicken' chunks betwixt the tiles as we swanned off into the night.

You're right though, the film isn't all that.
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post #15 of 71
2/15/10 at 4:19pm
Vomitorium is right! Even for a gorehound such as yourself, it's better you didn't see it.
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post #16 of 71
2/22/10 at 2:15pm
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Ed is looking for a new job and thinks he could make it as a pimp. Meanwhile, he's watching the Olympic highlights while this week's guest Randall is watching the new episode of Lost. While gingers are winning gold medals and Kevin Smith is getting thrown off of flights. Ed and Randall discuss Razorback, The New Beverly, horror films and our very first voicemail!
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post #17 of 71
3/7/10 at 7:18pm
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It's been a tough couple of weeks for Ed. But he's back and with Randall back again as this week's guest, the two take on the tough issues. Ed goes into his thoughts about Dawn of the Dead, horror and as to what it means to watch a movie "ironically". Randall addresses his critics and reaffirms his views as to why Jensen Ackles is not meant to be Snake Plissken. After answering a voicemail, the two switch gears and talk 90s cartoons, Sheep Man from Mega Man 10, Larry King, and why it's not wise to fuck with Mandy Patinkin.
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post #18 of 71
3/23/10 at 1:42pm
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The show is now on iTunes. Just type in Ed Hocken and it's all there for you to see.

Plus, expect a new episode early next week.
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post #19 of 71
3/23/10 at 2:06pm
Or click here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t...ow/id362562619
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post #20 of 71
3/29/10 at 2:02pm
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Things are moving on up at the Ed Hocken show. Despite being gone for two weeks, Ed celebrates the fact the show is now on iTunes (click here for iTunes link!) and that he made it out of the desert alive. He decides not to go on youtube and explains to Randall why not. Also, Ed talks more about Supernatural and why he thinks the show is alright while Randall is consumed by the majesty that is Steven Seagal Lawman. Plus, a discussion on why Tango & Cash is better than Cobra, obscure B-action movies, Scott Pilgrim, Chris Evans as Captain America, and a debate about Poltergeist. Plus, a voicemail.
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post #21 of 71
3/29/10 at 2:57pm
I'm very much looking forward to your views on Cobra. Excellent banner, by the way.
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post #22 of 71
4/12/10 at 1:11pm
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There's a whole lot of shaking going on at Hocken Headquarters and while Ed and Randall try to get through another aftershock unscathed, the two also talk about music; Something that Ed doesn't know much about. Plus, discussion about Coachella, The Warped Tour, wacky band names, the lack of characters named Randall, Voicemails, celebrity endorsed appliances and the most important issue of the day, men's underwear.
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post #23 of 71
4/15/10 at 5:31pm
Ed, you're far too good looking to be doing a radio show.
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post #24 of 71
4/15/10 at 5:48pm
Psst. I'm actually on that cast too.
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post #25 of 71
4/15/10 at 5:52pm
Psst. Ed has tiny poops.
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post #26 of 71
4/15/10 at 5:53pm
lololololol
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post #27 of 71
4/15/10 at 6:29pm
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Ed, you're far too good looking to be doing a radio show.

Thanks a lot Captain, any praise is good praise in my book.

Still, there are too many douchebag vloggers out there. And they are all 14. 'Cept for the Kid from Brooklyn.

Still, if you love the show. Leave a voicemail, I'd love to hear it.
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post #28 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:08pm
And how is he going to call if he don't know the number, Mr. Ed Fail Hocken?
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post #29 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:15pm
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And how is he going to call if he don't know the number, Mr. Ed Fail Hocken?
Maybe, that was a deliberate attempt to entice readers into listening to the show? Which is really good, by the way.
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post #30 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:19pm
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Maybe, that was a deliberate attempt to entice readers into listening to the show? Which is really good, by the way.
By getting them to leave a message for Ed to listen to? *shrugs* If it works, then it works. Still that VM number should be posted here. Hell, I'll be a nice guy and do it for him.

206-337-8802
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post #31 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:26pm
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By getting them to leave a message for Ed to listen to? *shrugs* If it works, then it works. Still that VM number should be posted here. Hell, I'll be a nice guy and do it for him.

206-337-8802
Maybe Ed saw elsewhere how depressing it is when contact details (like email addresses) are posted repeatedly and yield no mail/voicemails/etc?

I agree with you and it's nice that you posted it. Ed has no reason to worry with his fine show. Your ears deserve it, reader. Whoever you are.
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post #32 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:28pm
Subtle hint taken. Expect something soon.
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post #33 of 71
4/15/10 at 7:36pm
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Subtle hint taken. Expect something soon.
A bumper delivery of thanks to you, sir.

Hope Ed isn't mad my rant (which was honestly just taking an irresistible joke set-up) turned into cross-thread pimping. I very much look forward to his views on the Warped Tour. One Davey Havok reference, at least, is what I'm hoping for.
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post #34 of 71
4/26/10 at 11:13am
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On this week's episode, Ed bring in a whole new guest, Steve. A man from Hawaii and who has been to Japan. Ed tries to figure out life in both places while confirming once and for all the rumors about Japanese vending machines. With that going on, Ed sees Kick-Ass and gets nailed with jury duty. Steve talks about college life, forming a club to watch bad horror movies, including one that involves a talking vagina. Ed then steers the conversation back to other issues, that being Cruising and Crisco.
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post #35 of 71
5/2/10 at 5:11pm
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Ed is back and so is Randall, now known as "The Award Winning Randall" and both of them have stories to tell. Randall talks about becoming an award winner while Ed recounts his tales of taking on the surf. With talk of surf gangs and Mr. Potato Head saying "Ass to Ass", Ed and Randall also talk about gay superheroes, comics, and a philosophical debate relating to Star Trek IV. Plus, reasons why foodies suck and why Bill Nye: The Science Guy is awesome.
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post #36 of 71
5/20/10 at 11:29am
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On this week's episode, Ed and Randall discuss the unparalleled majesty that is Robocop. Ed suspects male on male shenanigans at OCP while Randall basks in the glory that is meeting Peter Weller. All the while Ed continues to think of new and exciting ways to continue ripping off Rob and Randall gets disturbed by early 80s fantasy. Plus, a discussion on the golden age of action movies, the journalistic integrity of Hustler, the old west, and Ed's desire to see 1989 Watchmen. And as always another failure is made on the part of Ed.
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post #37 of 71
5/21/10 at 3:55pm
Congratulations on reaching the big ten-o, Ed! Long may this recent run of action movie features continue.
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post #38 of 71
5/21/10 at 3:57pm
I have a feeling the next show's going to be about the horrors of jury duty.
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post #39 of 71
5/21/10 at 4:44pm
That makes me even sadder I couldn't find a V-Neck cake photo for that birthday post.
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post #40 of 71
5/25/10 at 4:42pm
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Ed and Randall are back, yet again. This time with new stories involving jury duty, the series finale of Lost, their thoughts on prostitution and Ed wonders how a person pulls off a "Pity Fuck" with someone they don't find attractive. Plus, impromptu street performances, Randall's thoughts on being the only one watching the last episode of Smallville, Ed's views on Kevin Smith's cock obsession and the both of them wondering about who would be in Law & Order: LA. Then the introduction of a whole new segment in which Ed and Randall take on a question for the ages.
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post #41 of 71
5/25/10 at 5:33pm
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I have a feeling the next show's going to be about the horrors of jury duty.
Only one way to find out. By listening to yet another great episode.
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post #42 of 71
6/22/10 at 8:53pm
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It's been a while, but Ed and Randall are back. Ed's got the World Cup fever while Randall is thrown off by Cryptozoologists and rape condoms. Ed tries to paint a picture as to why Apple isn't all that great until Randall disagrees and brings Ed back with the Avatar porn movie. The two then go on about the recent drought of good summer movies and wonder why Jonah Hex sucks so badly. Plus, why they wouldn't mind Donald Glover as Spiderman and Ed's cautious optimism about Scott Pilgrim. Finally, important questions regarding remakes, foam parties, and Ed's lack of going out
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post #43 of 71
7/5/10 at 11:58pm
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In this episode, Ed interviews actor Xander Jeanneret. While the two talk about the audition process, Ed recounts his failed attempts in acting and writing. Xander talks about his time in Japan, his upcoming charity work in Haiti, the discovery of can bread, Chris Colfer, square watermelons, and his dream acting role. Plus, even more discussions about anime, cosplay, video games as art, and of course sex on camera.
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post #44 of 71
7/20/10 at 8:27pm
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From discussing global events to Ed's disastrous attempt at enjoying the anime convention, Ed and Randall take on the tough issues. The two debate whether Loveline is better than Savage Love and why T2 is better than T3, all the while making damn sure just who Bill Paxton is. But after putting aside their differences, Ed regales of his fantastic time seeing MGMT and how he enjoys live music but not the people around him. Plus, thoughts on comic-con, 3D, sci-fi movies, Andrew Garfield as Spider-man, Mark Ruffalo as The Hulk, and smelling like Bruce Willis.
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post #45 of 71
8/18/10 at 9:26pm
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History is on the move and Ed and Randall are there to both live it and comment on it. From celebrating the big news about Rob Hughes to the Prop 8 ruling. Ed and Randall talk about all sorts of goings on. The two see Scott Pilgrim [MINOR SPOILERS: 22:00-23:00] and after two weeks finally get to talking about Inception [MAJOR SPOILERS: 39:00-50:00]. Plus, Ed decides to sell out and become yuppie scum while both of them debate Facebook vs. Twitter. The two get into another discussion about film in which Randall takes Ed to task on watching Poseidon.
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post #46 of 71
8/19/10 at 9:45am
Nice Pilgrim art, Ed! Very becoming.
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post #47 of 71
8/27/10 at 11:33am
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Thanks, you should see the Braindead radio thread. We were actually ahead of the curve on the art.
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post #48 of 71
8/27/10 at 11:52am
Of course if I was on them I'd be coming too hurrrrr

Just kidding. Had a blast seeing it with you dudes.
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post #49 of 71
9/7/10 at 9:13pm
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It's Labor Day weekend and Ed and Randall celebrate the only way they know how. By recording a new episode of The Ed Hocken Show. Ed continues to work Scott Pilgrim through his system as he plays the Scott Pilgrim video game and attends a chip-tune concert. Ed also talks about how Machete and Hobo with a Shotgun should have been the two movies that made up Grindhouse. The two also recount their story of how they met the creator of Scott Pilgrim himself, Bryan Lee O'Malley. Plus, Ed briefly tells the story of how he saw Paul Sorvino before addressing one of the greatest challenges this country has ever faced: The national V-neck crisis.
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post #50 of 71
9/11/10 at 3:11pm
Loving these by the way.
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