Fortnight on the Internets

#86: Phelps Face

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 02:17:44 +0000

Alpine and Alison enjoy the Rio Olympics with a podcast filled with heroes, villains and bittersweet moments. Discussion includes the demise of Gawker Media (0:30), the tailspin of Donald Trump's presidential campaign (4:00), the human emoji Laurie Hernandez (13:00), the Michael Phelps / Chad Le Clos feud (24:00), and the endlessly entertaining O'Donovan brothers, Irish rowing medalists (32:00).

#85: Melania's Rickroll

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 03:50:10 +0000

Alpine and Alison return to talk Pokemon Go and reportcard the RNC and DNC.

#84: Batlexander Manilton

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 18:40:48 +0000

Alpine and Alison draft Shelley Duvall hellos, mourn for Sad Affleck and discuss Alpine's love of the musical Hamilton.

#83: Presidential Election Lightning Round

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 04:20:26 +0000

Alison and Alpine dissect the presidential contenders' meme dankness and overall entertainment value. Highlights include Jeb Bush's pathetic "please clap" (5:00), Dr. Ben Carson's soporific charm (11:00), the most apt Lord of the Rings metaphor for Hillary vs. Bernie (21:00), Ted Cruz's teen ambitions to be in a titty movie (25:00), John Kasich, Fruit Ninja (31:00), Marco Rubio's meteoric downfall (35:00), Bernie Sanders' Dank Meme Stash (41:30), and the phenomenon that is Donald Drumpf (49:30).

#82: Damn, Daniel!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 00:56:15 +0000

In a podcast 2 months in the making, Alison and Alpine grade an extra-long report card. Highlights include Chris Christie held captive by Trump (8:30), albino alligators recording "Formation" covers (13:30), Damn, Daniel with the white Vans! (19:30), Golden Girls Gospel Remix (24:00), Alpine's takedown of OK Go (29:45), the nightmarish Trap Kazoo Kid (36:00), @FemScriptIntros (41:30); B.o.B vs Neil deGrasse Tyson (48:00), and the viral Patty LaBelle sweet potato pie review (54:00).

#81: Best and Worst of the Internets 2015

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 16:17:33 +0000

In a nearly two-hour show, Alison and Alpine recap another amazing year in Internet, and announce the newest members of the Hall of Internet Fame.

#80: Ted Cruz's Awkward Home Videos

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 06:20:53 +0000

Adele, an Axl Rose puppet, and a very awkward behind the scenes look at Ted Cruz and his family.

#79: Catalyzing Campus Controversy

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 03:56:59 +0000

Two videos go megavi after campus protests heat up, Hotline Bling Cat steals our hearts, and Alpine attempts to set a new world record for the number of times "catalyze" is said in a podcast.

#78: Lost in the Sauce, Lost in the Game

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 04 Nov 2015 03:40:58 +0000

A Twitter novella goes megavi, the world's greatest troll is celebrated, and we pick the best high school TV show of the last 30 years.

#77: Bear, Don't Eat My Kayak

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 22:13:30 +0000

A bear eats an annoying lady's kayak, sorority sisters turn the tables on the baseball announcers who shamed them for snapping selfies, and a Youtubesman prank blows up his own kid.

#76: Sea Monstah and Pizza Rat

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:29:59 +0000

On this episode: sea monsters, pizza rats, Muppets and Ryan Adams.

#75: Dear Fat People

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 13:23:43 +0000

A viral video attacking fat people, a couple who self-righteously live the Victorian lifestyle, and the Next To Kim Davis twitter feed.

#74: Stumping for Trump

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 13:08:15 +0000

The Ashley Madison hack, a controversial sorority rush video, and two breakout political stars who "stump for Trump" on Youtube.

#73: The Day DMB Pooped on Chicago

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 14:46:20 +0000

A viral pregnancy announcement, a blow for justice on the Target FB page, and a commemoration of the day the Dave Matthews Band pooped on Chicago.

#72: Cecil the Lion

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 02:27:19 +0000

RIP Cecil, Cara Delevigne vs. Good Day Sacramento, and Italians beseech Dave Grohl.

#71: Tywan Lannisters...Kilt!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 05:11:54 +0000

Alison returns as we talk Game of Thrones recaps, Hillary's campaign announcement, and the Humpty Dance.

#70: Villanova Piccolo Girl

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 05:06:46 +0000

Politics, piccolos, and Terence Howard's baby wipes fetish.

#69: Llama Chase

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 05:07:07 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the dress that messed with everyone's rods and cones, the epic Phoenix llama chase, and the best Bar Mitzvah video yet.

#68: Thundersnow

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Mon, 23 Feb 2015 05:36:12 +0000

In a supershort show, we celebrate Jim Cantore's thundersnow freakout, Kim Jong Un's new look and a little kid who really knows the presidents.

#67: Left Shark

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 03:41:34 +0000

On this episode, we celebrate the viral moments of the Super Bowl, praise Youtuber Alt Shift X, and attempt to explainerize the Silk Road trial.

#66: Deflated Balls

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 02:33:40 +0000

#65: The Best and Worst of 2014

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 06:25:39 +0000

#64: Peter Pan Live!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 06:45:45 +0000

#63: Too Many Cooks

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 04:50:07 +0000

On this episode, we celebrate Adult Swim's epic "Too Many Cooks" and the new hit podcast, Serial. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode63

#62: Rikk Wilde

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 04:09:44 +0000

On this episode, we yap about the viral highlights of the World Series, a spooky musical for Halloween, and Inbox by Gmail.

#61: Turnip For What

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 02:39:14 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the controversy that is raging in the gamer world, another batch of appalling old commercials, and Michelle Obama's turnip Vine. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode61

#60: 100 Orgasms a Day

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 04:56:14 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the plight of a man cursed with endless orgasms; we unearth a lost Hall & Oates video from the early 70s; and we're joined by Brett Weiner, the director of the short film "Verbatim."

#59: Nobody Wants The Free U2 Album

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 17:56:27 +0000

On this episode, we talk about all the new Apple stuff, explore the website Every Noise at Once and rock out to Springtime Carnivore. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode59

#58: The Fappening

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 02:50:23 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the celebrity nude photo hacking scandal, celebrate the best 1960s soft drink ad imaginable, and toast an amazing 4-year-old restaurant critic. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode58

Best of Guests #2

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 03:54:21 +0000

On this episode, we revisit three of our favorite guest appearances: Randall of "Honey Badger" fame, Maria Blasucci and her encounter with Shia LaBoeuf, and musical genius Matt Farley.

#57: Ice Bucket Challenge

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 04:09:05 +0000

On this episode, we're joined by Tiffany Beveridge, author of "How to Quinoa"; we discuss the Ice Bucket Challenge and the Apparently Boy; and we enjoy the music of Mike Krol. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode57

#56: We Still Coming

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 04:09:53 +0000

On this episode, we're joined by Zena Barakat of the New York Times' Modern Love video series; we celebrate the Youtube works of LA's Hottest Bartender; and we hail the triumph of Weird Al. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode56

#55: The DashCon Catastrophe

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 17 Jul 2014 03:46:20 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the epic fail of the Tumblr convention DashCon; we praise the wonderful webseries High Maintenance; and we talk in the 1950s documentary voiceover voice a lot. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode55

#54: Facebook is Messing with Your Mind

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 03:29:23 +0000

On this episode, we're joined by the co-creators of the webseries Millennial Parents; we celebrate a compilation of terrible demo tapes; and we discuss Facebook's dastardly social experiments. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode54

#53: Reading Rainbow Returns!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 05:09:52 +0000

On this episode, we applaud as Levar Burton weeps; the infectious jams of Twenty Trucks permanently lodge in our brains; and Erin Matson joins us to shed light on online misogyny and #YesAllWomen. With music from Future Monarchs! Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode53

#52: Solange Attacks Jay-Z

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 22 May 2014 06:26:33 +0000

On this episode, we analyze the Carter-Knowles elevator brawl video like it's the Zapruder film. We delight in the discovery of a 1990 Oprah show featuring the TMNT. And we draft our favorite 90s alt-rock vocal hooks. With music from PARADISE. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode52

#51: What is Yik Yak?

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 08 May 2014 04:46:41 +0000

On this episode, we explain the controversial app phenomenon that is Yik Yak, unearth a forgotten, but weirdly ahead of its time internet TV show pilot, and enjoy the music of Skinny Bones. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode51

#50: MaxNoSleeves

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:52:31 +0000

On this episode, we're joined by YouTube star and friend of the podcast MaxNoSleeves to talk about a the life of a Youtubesman. Plus a report card full of human stupidity and a tribute of sports comedy genius Jon Bois. With music by You Won't. http://rumorsontheinternets.org/episode50

#49: Ask Us Anything

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 04:17:33 +0000

On this episode, we gamely field all manner of bizarre and wonderful questions from our Likers. Plus, a gangsta-themed report card and great music from Upset. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode49

#48: Adele Dazeem

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 13 Mar 2014 01:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we break down the top viral items from the Academy Awards, we interview the most popular woman in NYC according to OKCupid, and we enjoy the music of Tweens. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode48

#47: #IAMSORRY

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 28 Feb 2014 04:52:46 +0000

On this episode, we welcome the brilliant Maria Blasucci to tell us what it’s like to come face to face with a surly Shia LaBeouf; Jeni Sue joins us to unpack the Sochi Olympic Games; and we enjoy the music of Mother Falcon. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode47

#46: Abracadabralifornia

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 04:39:45 +0000

On this episode, we're joined by two amazing interviewees: Matt Farley, the most prolific man on Spotify and iTunes, and Erin Chack, a rising star at Buzzfeed.

#45: Pornhub Comments on Stock Photos

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 05:05:13 +0000

On this episode, we praise our Report Card items like never before; we run down the controversy that Grantland unleashed by publishing a transgender-unfriendly longform piece; and we enjoy the music of Speedy Ortiz. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode45

#44: Selfie Olympics

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 04:26:31 +0000

On this episode, only slightly tarnished by Alpine's poor-quality audio, we discuss the Selfie Olympics phenomenon, the hit tumblr Ladies Against Humanity, and run down our list of podcast recommendations.

#43: Best and Worst of the Internet 2013!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 19 Dec 2013 12:53:11 +0000

Our Likers and listeners weighed in, and the results have been calculated! We count down the Top 20 finest items from the digital realms for 2013, and conclude by announcing the newest members of the Hall of Internet Fame. rumorsontheinternets.org

#42: Don't Curse, Kinect is Listening

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 11 Dec 2013 06:20:35 +0000

On this episode, we are joined by Erin Matson of breakout tumblr White Guys Doing It By Themselves, Ben Wyeth from the band Hockey, and a report card full of hoaxes, holiday wishes and Big Brother-like video game systems.

#41: Batkid To The Rescue!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 27 Nov 2013 04:29:00 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving! On this episode, Batkid saves San Francisco, a random dancing dude puts Bon Jovi back on the pop charts — four years in the future, and a Brooklyn rooftop breakup is livetweeted. With music from Tonight Sky, and lots of great contributions from our Likers!

#40: Youtube Music Awards

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 05:57:15 +0000

On this episode, we evaluate and rate a massive batch of infographics about the United States of A; we hip you to a bad ass music podcast well worth checking out; and we recap and review the first annual Youtube Music Awards. With music from Dead Gaze. rumorsontheinternets.org/episode40

#39: Kim Kardashian, Pleeease Marry Meee!!!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 31 Oct 2013 05:56:00 +0000

On this episode, we share scary Youtube and website recommendations, explore the quaint world of industrial musicals, and find out the real story of the Kanye/Kim engagement from an inside source. With a ghoulish report card that delves into "the DARK SIDE of self-esteem!" We've got music from the Bad Bad Hats and a guest appearance by Jeni Sue.

#38: StarbucksDrakeHands

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 18 Oct 2013 04:22:56 +0000

On this episode, we ask the eternal question: Ikea product or death metal band? We give a thumbs down to a girl who quit her job with a viral video and a thumbs up to a weird video sexy-face meme. We bring you a comedy group that’s clean enough for the Mormon church. And we giggle at a video of a little kid pooping. Plus great new tunes from Brothertiger and lots of great finds from our Likers! rumorsontheinternets.org/episode38

#37: How to Pronounce Horse_ebooks

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 03 Oct 2013 03:10:09 +0000

On this episode, we explain what happened when a mysterious Youtube channel counted down to ZERO, and how the big reveal shocked the denizens of Weird Twitter. We run through a report card filled with the best and worst of personal relationships -- from two brothers who created the best Best Man toast ever, to a boyfriend who holds love hostage for sandwiches. We have AMAZING music from Bombino, who brings rock from West Africa via Nashville. Plus another Internet Challenge Surprise and lots of great finds from our Likers!

#36: What Does the Fox Say?

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 19 Sep 2013 04:40:16 +0000

On this episode, we banter with Jessie Rosen, the author of the Time-Magazine-acclaimed blog 20-Nothings, about her 6-year run to the top of the blog pyramid, her take on misperceptions of millennials, and the exciting projects she has in development. We break down the latest viral hits, including "The Fox" by Ylvis, the Jimmy Kimmel twerk prank, and the mysterious Conversation Book. With music from Young Man and tons of great finds from our Likers!

#35: Ghost Ghirls

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:17:01 +0000

On this episode, dedicated to Miley Cyrus, we celebrate the bride who twerked down the aisle to her own cover of a lewd Buckcherry anthem. We honor the Reddit movement to create cool audio tracks with isolated vocals of classic songs. And we're joined by GHOST GHIRLS headliners Maria Blasucci and Amanda Lund, along with writer and Hall of Fame Liker Ryan Corrigan. With music from Bent Shapes and lots of great contribs from our Likers!

#34: 40 Days of Dating

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 04:35:00 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the huge success of romance-chronicle 40 Days of Dating, praise an OCD Poet, and review the controversy sparked by the boastful founder of the new lady site Bustle. Internet friend Lily Vonnegut joins us to describe the wonders of VidCon. With music from Pity Sex and lots of great contributions from our Likers! Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode34

#33: Braless Reporter Fired For Blogging

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 07 Aug 2013 10:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we recount the tale of Shea Allen, an Arkansas TV reporter fired for blogging too honestly, react to the expletive-filled tirades of internet sensation Crazy Rhubarb Lady, and in our latest Eight Minute Explanation, untangle the popular phone app Vine. With music from La Sera, an Internet Challenge Surprise, and lots of great contributions from our Likers. Links: http://rumorsontheinternets.org/episode33

#32: Anarchic NTSB Intern

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 05:31:35 +0000

On this episode, we discuss the latest iteration of the famous Konami Code, nestled into some swanky websites; we salute the wisdom of small children, and we shake our heads in disbelief as a San Francisco news anchor pulls a Ron Burgundy by reading ethnic jokes off the teleprompter as if they are hard news. With music from The Blank Tapes and a soulful Internet Challenge Surprise. Links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode32

#31: Stand With Wendy

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:57:58 +0000

In our triumphant return to the podwavez, we break down the #StandWithWendy political phenomenon with Mark Corcoran and Phillip Martin of @ProgressTX. We've got a report card loaded with the best internet gems from our hiatus, and a very sexxxxy dramatic reading of some Phil Collins erotica. With music from Beisbol. For links, rumorsontheinternets.org/episode31

Best of Guests #1

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000

We're still on a break -- but in the meantime, here's a compilation of some of our all time favorite guests. Brian Donovan, expert in online dating. Brett Weiner, the king of branded Internet content. And Carlo Moss, co-creator of The Most Popular Girls In School. A veritable all-star team of past FOTI guests. With music again from Unknown Mortal Orchestra! We'll be back soon, dear Likers!

Best of J Sue #1

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000

We're on vacation, but in the meantime, here's a compilation of some of our collaborator Jeni Sue's finest moments on the show. Jeni Sue reports on the Oscars, the Olympics, and the Women of LA. With music from Unknown Mortal Orchestra.

#30: Yahoo Is Buying Tumblr

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 30 May 2013 05:21:31 +0000

On this episode, we talk about the big moves being made by Yahoo! and its CEO Marissa Mayer, keyed by this week’s stunning announcement that the company had paid 1.1B to acquire Tumblr. As always, we have a breakdown of the latest breakout viral videos. We have music from So Many Wizards, and tons of great contribs from our Likers! For links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode30

#29: Cleveland Hero Charles Ramsey

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:47:35 +0000

On this episode, we recount the saga of Charles Ramsey, who saved three women from a Cleveland hell-house and then gave a series of mesmerizing interviews and stirred up plenty of online controversy. We celebrate the comedy of The Lonely Island and their new ode to spring break and manlove. And we ask, has an influx of celebrity projects ruined Kickstarter? With music from Brendan Benson and lots of great contribs from our Likers.

#28: The Honey Badger Don't Care

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 01 May 2013 05:44:01 +0000

We throw our usual format out the window! First we discuss the hunt for the Boston Marathon bombers and all the fallout that dramatic event had on the Internet. Then, our collaborator Jeni Sue joins us to report on her adventures at Coachella. THEN, Randall, the expert in crazy, nastyass animals, especially the Honey Badger, joins us for a very special interview. With music from Skinny Lister and so many great contribs from our Likers!

#27: The Man Behind the Meme

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:41:20 +0000

We talk about a dadblog that sparked controversy and laughter, a Youtube genius who a cappella jams on video game themes, and discuss the process that occurs when we find out the true identity of an internet phenomenon -- does it increase the love or ruin the moment? With music from The Lonely Wild!

#26: Red Equal Sign

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:38:47 +0000

On this episode, we break down the breakout political meme supporting same-sex marriage. We also talk about the kung fu master in the Food Lion parking lot and the food items every ultra-patriot needs to know about. With music from Slavic Soul Party. For links, rumorsontheinternets.org/episode26

#25: The Most Popular Girls in School

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 05:25:13 +0000

We talk to Carlo Moss, the co-creator of viral Youtube series The Most Popular Girls in School. We debate whether it's now considered rude to leave a voicemail, and we evaluate a list of Flirty Text Message Ideas from Seventeen magazine and rule them either “acceptably flirtatious” or “scary and disturbing.” Plus music from Mean Jeans and a festive new song from Neil & John!

#24: Goats Yelling Like Humans

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:48:59 +0000

Goat Week! On this episode, we talk about Youtube sensation Goats Yelling Like Humans and the hilarious series of Taylor Swift remixes that it sparked. We celebrate a wonderful mashup of Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid and some of the great booty anthems of all time. And we talk about the Oscars -- and all the frenzied online debate fueled by the show -- with our co-conspirator and correspondent Jeni Sue. With a truly spine-tingling Internet Challenge Surprise and music from Portland band Minden!

#23: Do The Harlem Shake

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:08:04 +0000

On this episode, we break down the ridiculously hot Harlem Shake video meme, explain Pretty Girls Ugly Faces, and celebrate the heroism of Kai the Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. The amazing Jeni Sue joins us to debate whether the Women of LA viral video song is in slightly poor taste or the worst thing ever. With music from the mysterious Tashaki Miyaki...

#22: Online Dating Disasters

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:48:19 +0000

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Brian Donovan, author of Not a Match: My True Tales of Online Dating Disasters. He’s survived over a hundred awkward, weird, and downright frightening internet dates and joins us to tell the tale. We also celebrate the extremely funny Youtube comedy series The Most Popular Girls in School, which is basically grown men playing with Barbies.

#21: Deadspin Sacks Manti Te'o

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 04:16:56 +0000

This episode is all about sports and internet dating, especially when the two collide in horrible ways, as in the Manti Te'o fake internet girlfriend hoax/debacle. We're also joined by the brilliant Brett Weiner, a comedy video craftsman and an expert in branded content, who tells us about the best and worst things that happen when consumer products try to be cool on the internet. With music from Jenny O and the latest great finds by our Likers!

#20: Who or What is ANONYMOUS?

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 03:32:57 +0000

On this episode, we attempt to answer the question: who or what is Anonymous? And we’ve got three great viral items to judge in our report card segment, including the biggest New Year’s Eve live TV disaster in the post-Dick-Clark era, an unknown New York City chef who launched a farting campaign on Craigslist, and a tumblr called Mean Girls of Capitol Hill. Plus, One Pound Fish.

#19: Best of the Internets 2012

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 06:32:30 +0000

On this epic year-end episode, Alpine and Alison break down the Likers' choices for the best things on all the Internet -- with invaluable help from our co-conspirator Jeni Sue. For links and commentary on ALL the nominees, check out rumorsontheinternets.org/bestoftheinternets2012

#18: Snuggling With the Illuminati

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 07:00:53 +0000

Our table is set for a post-Thanksgiving feast of internet delight! Alpine and Alison attack the recent NY Times article about the evils of irony, celebrate a daring bear cub rescue that has been shared hundreds of thousands of times on Facebook, and examine Tila Tequila's claims on Youtube about alien conspiracies secretly ruling the earth. Featuring the triumphantly rocking return of the Brooklyn band Fort Lean and, as always, scads of fine finds from our Likers.

#17: Can't Be Hateful, Gotta Be Grateful

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 03:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we’ll be talking about a Thanksgiving pop song that’s lighting up YouTube and gathering legions of haters; a suburban ninja whose ability to decapitate water bottles has become legend; and a collection of My Little Pony fan art that is sure to disturb anyone who hasn’t come to grips with the brony phenomenon. This episode features music from Brothertiger aka John Jagos, and John will actually be on the show to talk about his experience promoting his music and finding new fans via the Internet. Plus one final go-round of election talk, more great items from around the web, and the usual array of amazing finds by our Likers.

#16: Binders Full of Busty Ghosts

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 01:39:57 +0000

On this Halloween-flavored episode, we talk about a seemingly innocuous Obama campaign ad with Lena Dunham that sparked outrage and indignation from conservative bloggers; a Funny or Die parody of Gangnam Style that takes a hard left turn into brilliance; and one of the best Tumblr mashup sites around, which reveals that musician Kanye West and director Wes Anderson are truly kindred spirits. Our very special guest ASHLEY LYLE joins us to delve into the weird and wonderful world of fake Amazon product reviews. Plus music from Yellow Ostrich, amazing contributions from our Likers, and a thought-provoking set of Internet Challenge Surprises.

#15: Lady Gaga Is My 11th Cousin

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:59:11 +0000

On this episode, we debate the merits of a buzzworthy new website called HeTexted that purports to help women interpret text messages from love interests. We rate a new musical video that has the Disney Princesses touting the hipster lifestyle. We also reveal the fact that all Canadian celebrities are related to one another! Since presidential election memes are still going full force, we caucus and rate the latest viral finds on a scale from Michelle Obama to Michele Bachmann. All that, music by Animal Talk, plus maybe our best set of Internet Challenge Surprises ever, and tons of great bonus material provided by our likers.

#14: #ElfMuppetLover

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 04:35:00 +0000

On this episode, we're going to discuss a video that Gawker called "the worst thing in the entire universe" -- a love song written by a yoga-loving Venice Beach gentrifier to her newly minted husband. We'll also recap the latest, greatest moments in Internet coverage of the presidential election. Most importantly, we will be joined with one of our three greatest podcast guests of All Time: the standup comedian, comedy writer and leader of a Twitter army 11,000 strong, Sean O'Connor (@seanoconnz). All that, plus our Internet Challenge Surprises and tons of great bonus material provided by our likers. FEEDBACK: 1-44-FOTIPOD-2

#13: DMX vs. Collective Soul Cat

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 03:24:00 +0000

In this episode, Alpine and Alison go deep into the meme-generating moments and social media aspects of the 2012 presidential election. We've got a dance card packed with gems: 80s television moments remixed 2+ decades later, little kids reviewing indie rock and inspiring us to be our best selves, and another highly viral GIF-based Tumblr. All this, culminating in the appearance of Collective Soul Cat. With music by the great Australian indie pop act San Cisco! (For links: rumorsontheinternets.org/episode13)

#12: Hot Cheetos, Gangnam Style

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:40:15 +0000

In this episode, we discuss some of the viral hits of the summer, including the electrifying posse cut Hot Cheetos and Takis, the fast food reviews of Daym Drops, and the Korean pop masterpiece Gangnam Style. We also go deep on the topic of the TED conference and its famous TED Talks: a boon to humanity or a clearing house for techno-libertarian doublespeak? We have some outstanding Internet Challenge Surprises, great music from Gold Motel outta Chicago, and as usual tons of great contributions from our Likers!

#11: Olympic Dongs

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 06:15:53 +0000

In this episode, we’re going to discuss “The Story of Jess and Russ,” a wedding website created by two very talented graphic artists that managed to enrage half the internet and get all our Likers talking; unbaby.me, a Chrome browser extension that promises to replace all the baby photos overwhelming your Facebook feed with photos of cats, memes, galaxies or anything else you’d prefer to gaze upon; and the closest thing to “Double Rainbow” since Yosemitebear jizzed in his pants, the video simply entitled, “This man really loves his trains.” Liker slash correspondent Jeni Sue joins us to talk about the XXX Olympiad as experienced through the cracked filter of the internet. Plus music, or should I say RIDDIMS, from Dre Skull, and more great items from our likers.

#10: Manic Pixie Dream Girls in Commentopia

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 04:31:05 +0000

In this episode, we discuss a viral video that accuses legendary TV science educator Mr. Wizard of being a dick, debate the merits of a tumblr entitled Rich Kids of Instagram, and marvel in awe at a young woman running for New York State Senate whose campaign slogan is inspired by LMFAO. Plus, we go deep into the topic of internet comments. We have music from the San Francisco band Grass Widow, our Internet Challenge Surprises, and lots of other great stuff courtesy of our legion of Likers. (For links, see rumorsontheinternets.org/episode10)

#9: A Conversation with Genuine Ken

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 04:29:26 +0000

On today’s episode, we’ll be rating the viral videos “A Conversation with my 12 Year Old Self” and Cookie Monster’s take on “Call Me Maybe,” and we’ll discuss the rise of webseries — from independent, low-budget productions to shows that are nearly ready for prime time — well, in some cases. We have amazing music on this show from Japandroids, and an action-packed fortnight of stuff to discuss!

#8: Fifty Shades of Red, White and Blue

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 01:19:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk Fifty Shades of Grey with our guest Carrie (the genius behind As You Like Like It), critique an online campaign to "exile" the rapper Pitbull to a Walmart in Alaska, and of course, discuss the viral video of bus monitor Karen Klein being persecuted by evil tweens and the massive online fundraising campaign in her honor. With dancehall jams by Vybz Kartel from his absurdly great album Kingston Story.

#7: Fathers, F-Bombs and Flickr.

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:30:00 +0000

(For links related to this episode, go to rumorsontheinternets.org/episode7) In this music-packed episode, Alison and Alpine draft their favorite Father’s Day songs, grade a Report Card packed with viral tunes, and surprise each other with startlingly good internet jams. Then on a totally unrelated note, we present a discussion of the downfall of the once-great photo sharing site Flickr. With the music of Alison’s favorite band, the Stockholm sister act First Aid Kit, and a lot of swearing by the hosts for some reason.

#6: Humiliated by Socialcam

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Thu, 31 May 2012 03:56:21 +0000

(For links, go to rumorsontheinternets.org/episode6) In this episode, Alison and Alpine discuss an inspiring new anthem for red-haired people, the startlingly effective food activism of a 9-year-old Scottish blogger, and a Youtube series that reviews frozen food. Plus, Jeni Sue joins us to talk about Social Reader, Socialcam and Spotify, and we enjoy the music of Young Hines. [Fortnight on the Internets is a biweekly podcast focusing on the glory, absurdity and madness of the digital realms.]

#5: Cory Booker -- Mayor of the Internet, Muttafucca!

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:00:00 +0000

(For links, go to rumorsontheinternets.org/episode5) In this episode, Alpine and Alison discuss Jon Hamm’s dating advice to teen girls, the wonderful tweets of Samuel L. Jackson, and our collective love for the Mayor of Newark, Cory Booker — a social media master and passionate defender of civil rights. Plus, we reveal what Hole drummer Patty Schemel will do for $30. [Fortnight on the Internets is a biweekly podcast focusing on the glory, absurdity and madness of the digital realms.]

#4: Mozart Hologram Headlines Coachella

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:00:00 +0000

(For links, go to rumorsontheinternets.org/episode4) In this episode, Alpine and Alison investigate the power of Youtube to make everyone cry and find out about the worst hotel in the world. Plus, our special guest Jeni Sue joins us to discuss California's famous music festival turned Instagram fashion show, Coachella. With music from Sydney Wayser. Fortnight on the Internets is a biweekly podcast focusing upon the glory, absurdity and majesty of the digital realms.

#3: Billion Dollar Texts from James Joyce

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

(For links, go to rumorsontheinternets.org/episode3) In this episode, Alpine and Alison discuss the viral sensation Texts from Hillary; explain the Facebook $1B buy of Instagram in about ten minutes; and ask the eternal question, "Who Said It? James Joyce or Kool Keith?" Fortnight on the Internets is a biweekly podcast focusing upon the glory and absurdity of the digital realms.

#2: What's Your Blood Meridian Dating Style?

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Alpine and Alison discuss the sadness behind March Madness, the magic of Peter Pan's Home Page, the growing ambitions of Buzzfeed.com, and a video of the young Nine Inch Nails performing on Dance Party USA. [Fortnight on the Internets is a celebration of memes, viral videos, social media trends, and the glory and absurdity of the web.]

#1: Kony and Dando Close Their Tab at Olive Garden

alpinemcgregor@gmail.com (Alpine & Alison) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 01:35:27 +0000

Alpine and Alison kick off the podcast with an extended discussion of the astonishing rise and fall of Jason "Kony 2012" Russell, the delights of the Midwestern Olive Garden review, the latest, greatest websites and webseries, and a look back at some past classics. [Fortnight on the Internets is a celebration of memes, viral videos, social media trends, and the glory and absurdity of the web.]