Bellied Up

We're at KwikStar in Fargo, ND. First time ever Bellied Up at a gas station. Our first caller (22:31) is from Long Island and tells us about his crazy boss—and how he’s 50/50 on getting married. We try to help him out. Our next caller (01:00:36) is a concerned father who isn’t too sure about his daughter’s fiancé. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/be...⁠⁠⁠⁠use promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2025

Check Out Charlie’s New Special Neighborly LINK HERE(34:42) First up, we’ve got a caller from the South who wants the rundown on ice fishing for the first time. (01:06:24) Then another caller tells us the wild story of his uncle getting catfished.https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/be...⁠⁠⁠use promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2025

In this episode we cover getting older, life-after-death theories, Brady’s wild family story, and Jordan’s funny flip-flop question.https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/be...⁠⁠use promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2025

We're at the bar and we're bellied up to it. First caller, (14:26) is a trucker that is tired of minnesotans. Next caller (39:05) is living in Illinois and is getting tired of all this F.I.B. talk https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/be...⁠use promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

It's back at the original Bellied Up bar! First caller (16:24) thinks the bartender’s flirting—are they or aren’t they? Then (52:10) a gal calls in wanting to hunt with her family, but they’re not quite on board.https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/be...use promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

We’re at Vic’s Bar and Grill in Moorhead, MN. Charlie states his case on why Oklahoma should be apart of the midwest. First caller is a salseman that is in desperate need to get out of “The Midwest Goodbye”. Then Timmy calls in to tell us a wild story about him hooking up with an older lady. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-505-3095

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2025

We're at Vic's in Moorhead, MN. We breakdown what would be in a midwest haunted house. (15:52) First caller tells us a story of how they stole money from a casino. (42:59) Next caller's father in law is very particular on how to prepare steaks. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-505-3095

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2025

We're at Sports Bar in Fargo, ND. First caller, (6:01) tells us about his brutal experince chopping his fingers off at the jobsite and how he's been dealing with it. Then, (35:31) Mitch has the opportunity to build the ultimate man cave on a budget. He then throws out an important PSA out there for the listeners. Finally, (01:04:21) we listen to a bizarre voicemail. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedupLeave us a voicemail: 218-505-3095

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

We’re live from a sports bar in Fargo, North Dakota! The first caller (18:29), Ralph from Pennsylvania, talks about friends taking advantage of his hunting land. Then (44:59) Russel from Nicolet stops in for a chat. Finally, (53:16) Jason shares a story about his confusing father-in-law.https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025

In this episode, we catch up with everyone’s favorite — Ethan — for (6:41) a full Bellied Up update. He shares what his current living situation looks like and what he’s been up to for work lately. Then (35:08) we take a call from Griffin, who tells us about his uncle’s house before getting distracted by an unexpected friend. Finally will listen to a voicemail from Raven. Tap here for Prizepicks:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2025

This was recorded August 25th, 2025. At the Vivarium in Milwaukee. First guest tells us about his very awkward first date. Next (12:48) we find out about a nasty divorce. Next guest (23:09) tells us about a lively drive with their grandma. Finally, (37:20) we have a classic speed dating situation. Tap here for Prizepicks:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2025

Charlie grills Myles about being an NSYNC fan. Our first caller (15:25) needs help after his wife reorganized the junk drawer—so Charlie and Myles share funny tips on how to rebuild it from scratch. Then, another (41:51) caller takes us on a wild ride with a history lesson about monster trucks. ENJOYTap here for Prizepicks:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 25 September 2025

We’re at Burnsie’s in West Allis, WI! Tom (1:15) stops by to share a wild story about his ex-girlfriend (buckle up). Our first caller, Gerald (9:55), absolutely hates his family reunion—so he’s cooked up a plan to get himself banned from it. Then, we help Cara (33:26) promote her organic soap business and find a way to market it to men.Tap here for Prizepicks:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedupuse promo code: belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2025

We’re at Burnsie’s in West Allis, WI for another episode! Our first caller (12:33) is debating getting engaged to his girlfriend—but the real issue is that really wants to hang out with her dad, who isn’t budging. Next, Russell from Nicolet Law stops by for a fun chat. Then, at (44:40), a Mennonite caller shares why he’s tired of being mistaken for Amish. Finally, at (53:36), a vegetarian caller needs advice on how to survive the food options at a classic Wisconsin wedding.Tap here for Prizepicks:https://prizepicks.onelink.me/ivHR/belliedup

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2025

We’re at Kegel’s Inn in West Allis, WI! Our first caller’s (10:52) sister wants to date his best friend, and he shares a wild story about what’s been going on—we might have even blown his mind with the facts. Then, our next caller (35:16) is starting a new white-collar job and asks: how can you really tell if you have a blue-collar job or a white-collar job?(0:00) Intro(10:52) Caller’s sister wants to date his best friend — and his story takes a wild turn(35:16) White-collar vs. blue-collar — how do you know which job you really have?

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2025

We’re live from Kegel’s Inn in West Allis, Wisconsin! Our first caller, Jeff, a true wordsmith, shares a hilarious story about why his mother-in-law can’t stand Wisconsin. Then Jared recounts the wild way he got a concussion, and finally, a listener stirs things up by saying Charlie is better looking than Myles.

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

This episode comes from our Bellied Up Live Show in Chicago on July 8th, 2025 at Zanies Comedy Club. We combined the best moments from both the 6 PM and 9 PM shows into one jam-packed recording. Gail shares a wild story about going to a concert, Ryan (12:35) debates whether he should get a vasectomy, and we sit down for a conversation with (25:06) Nick. Things heat up with a rapid-fire speed dating session (31:16) featuring six lucky singles, and the night wraps up with Maggie (41:12) returning to settle some unfinished business with Charlie.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

First caller had a wild marriage with his wife. He tells us the story of how the broke it off and how his ex father in law came after him after the marriage. Next caller is working at a christian summer camp, but strongly dislikes one of his peers, we give him some solutions to his problem. Finally we have a Farmer from Iowa that needs names for his pigs. Shoutout Yoder Family Farms in Iowa!Milwaukee! Tickets to Bellied Up LIVE: https://www.pabsttheatergroup.com/events/detail/bellied-up-2025

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

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Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Our first caller is going through a tough divorce—and also just fell off a roof (seriously, ouch). Then we talk to a bladesmith who runs his own knife-making business. He’s struggling to get things off the ground, so we offer some business advice to get his business growing.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

We're at Sluggers in Chicago in the heart of Wrigleyville! Our first caller shares a wild story involving chickens, toddlers, and a tragic dog incident… then drops the bomb that he’s married to a sourdough-making Mormon hippie. We dive into Mormon beliefs, myths, caffeine rules, and more. Then, our second caller is hit with heavy Catholic guilt from her religious grandma (aka her “Busha”). Plus, a voicemail suggests a brutally honest new holiday where everyone tells the truth — no matter what.

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

In this episode, we take a call from a Midwest aviation fan asking about essential tips for flying in the region. Another caller opens up about handling a strange coworker and wondering if it’s time to propose to his girlfriend. Then we play a funny voicemail from a listener who's scared to touch the thermostat when his dad's around.We played Jazz music instead of the voicemail at the 2:45 mark. We legally can not play the voicemail. Do not write phone numbers on public walls. Give us a call: ‪(218) 303-5095‬Check out our Merch: https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hoodie-blaze-orange Note: The phone number was publicly written and not associated with the bar or its staff. We do not encourage the sharing of private information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

We're at Snickers Bar and Grill in Chicago. First caller thinks that Minnesota is better at being "Wisconsin" than Wisconsin. Next caller thinks that she should be getting free beer from the bartender. Then we listen to a voicemail of a guy weed wacking.

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

In this episode, we're recording from CJ's Tavern in Fargo, ND the drinks.First, a caller makes a passionate case for why bowling should be an Olympic sport. Should bowling be in the Olympics? We break it down and weigh in on the debate.Next, we hear from a professional cornhole player who gives us an inside look into the competitive cornhole world. From how cornhole tournaments work to what life is like as a pro cornhole athlete, it's a behind-the-scenes glimpse into a corny sport.Leave us a voicemail: ‪(218) 303-5095‬

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2025

We’re at CJ’s Tavern in Fargo, North Dakota! Paige the Therapist gives us a belly-laugh-filled update and leads Myles and Charlie through an unexpected couples counseling session. Then we hear from Jiffy Lube Joe, who gives us a behind-the-scenes look under the hood at his Jiffy Lube job, along with some wild stories from his personal life. Finally, we brainstorm hilarious and intense challenges for the first-ever Construction Olympics.Get Bellied Up Live tickets Here: https://tinyurl.com/52tdwcxwLeave us a Voicemail: ‪(218) 303-5095‬

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

Charlie shares a funny story about his struggles with a parking garage. The first caller (6:45) calls in asking for tips on how to get her boyfriend to start cleaning the house and help with household chores instead of avoiding em. She’s also a dedicated Green Bay Packers shareholder. The next caller, (34:21) from Montreal, wants advice on how to help his redneck hunting buddy reduce his beer drinking. Finally, (54:27) we listen to a listener voicemail asking, “When should you throw away your underwear?”Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to Bellied Up Live in Chicago July 8th 👇https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1052206/2025-charlie-berens-podcast-chicago-zanies-chicago

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

We're live from Frank's Lounge in Fargo, ND! Our first caller is a woman frustrated with her husband who won’t stop wearing camo (we think he sounds awesome). Then we hear from a lifelong mascot who just graduated college and is now considering trading in the costume for law school. And to wrap things up, we’ve got the purr-fect special guest joining us to close out the episode!Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to Bellied Up Live in Chicago July 8th 👇https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1052206/2025-charlie-berens-podcast-chicago-zanies-chicago

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

Myles and Charlie kick things off with a quick round of Midwest trivia to test their midwest knowledge. The first caller, checking in from New Hampshire, has concerns about having too many hobbies and tells us his experience working as a police dispatcher. The next caller talks about receiving an "ugly" clock from his Aunt Carol as a wedding gift and asks for the most respectful way to get rid of the damn thing. Finally, a caller asks Is spaghetti and milk actually a good combo?Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095Get Tickets to Bellied Up Live in Chicago July 8th 👇https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1052206/2025-charlie-berens-podcast-chicago-zanies-chicago

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

We're at Suite Shots in Fargo, North Dakota. Our first caller (9:18) works at a racetrack, has spent time in prison, and shares a bizarre story you won’t want to miss. The next caller (43:05) believes his future father-in-law is in love with an OnlyFans model. And finally, (58:58) we play a voicemail that’s guaranteed to make you smile.Leave us a voicemail: 218-505-3095BELLIED UP LIVE TICKETShttps://www.etix.com/ticket/p/67356663/bellied-up-podcast-special-event-chicago-zanies-chicago

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

CLICK HERE FOR BELLIED UP LIVE TICKETSIn this episode, comedian John Crist joins the podcast share stories about living in Nashville and his unforgettable trip to an African safari. Our first caller (44:17) dives into a dramatic love story—he’s fallen for another man’s wife. Spoiler: we don’t think it’s a great idea. And to wrap things up, a listener (01:17:45) asks the impossible: How do you make accounting sexy?

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

We're at The Red Door Saloon in Nashville, TN. Comedian Aaron Weber joins the pod to talk about his weirdest interaction in the Midwest and what it was like growing up in Alabama. (24:22) Our first caller wants to run for governor of Oklahoma, so we give him some political pointers on how he can win. (46:42) Then, a frightened 11-year-old leaves us a voicemail about his complicated dating situation. Leave us a voicemail: 218-303-5095 Aaron Weber's Special

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

We're at The Red Door Saloon in Nashville, TN. Comedian Aaron Weber joins the pod to talk about his weirdest interaction in the Midwest and what it was like growing up in Alabama. (24:22) Our first caller wants to run for governor of Oklahoma, so we give him some political pointers on how he can win. (46:42) Then, a frightened 11-year-old leaves us a voicemail about his complicated dating situation. Leave us a voicemail: 218-303-5095 Aaron Weber's Special

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Country Singer Kolby Cooper comes onto the podcast to chat about his up bringing in Texas and his country career. (20:33) First caller is upset that the car he bought from his brother and it's a hunk of s***. (46:31) Then we listen to a voicemail caller that loves corn nuts. Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

In this episode, we're at Acme Seed & Feed in Nashville ,TN, with comedian Dusty Slay. We talk through Dusty’s long list of past jobs—from Office Depot to Papa John’s—and he shares some stories from the road. Our first caller is an engineering student working in the porta-potty business, and we brainstorm ways to improve the porta john experience. Later, we take a call from a gal dealing with two major issues: her unreliable phone service and her difficult sister.Leave us a Voicemail: 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

We’re at Acme Feed & Seed in Nashville, Tennessee. Our first caller (12:31) asks for recommendations on the best places to visit in the Wisconsin Dells. The next caller (26:22) has found a local bar he loves and is determined to get a nickname. Another caller (50:19) shares his unusual experience of being in a wedding for a groom he’s never met—they connected through Call of Duty. Finally, (1:02:45) we update everyone on what happened to the bar that was built for the first couple Bellied Up episodes.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

In this episode, NFL tight end George Kittle joins the podcast to share stories about growing up in the Midwest, what the NFL is like, and life off the field.Our first caller (22:51) asks about the math behind the classic Midwest phrase "two tree beers"—you don't want to miss this hilarious breakdown.Then, we go (45:29) into NASA conspiracies with a NASA employee, who gives us the inside scoop on his day-to-day work and what really goes on behind the scenes.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

In this episode, NFL tight end George Kittle joins the podcast to share stories about growing up in the Midwest, what the NFL is like, and life off the field.Our first caller (22:51) asks about the math behind the classic Midwest phrase "two tree beers"—you don't want to miss this hilarious breakdown.Then, we go (45:29) into NASA conspiracies with a NASA employee, who gives us the inside scoop on his day-to-day work and what really goes on behind the scenes.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

We are in Nashville. TN. at Luke's Bridge 32. (10:10) First caller is getting frustrated with hand signals while driving. (27:03) Next caller is Angela... don't really know how to describe it to be honest. ENJOY!

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Thanks for listening! We will have new episode next week! 4:05 - Electrician Wants a Snow Machine26:09 - Baker is Tired of snow birds41:39 - Midwest Nice Vs. Southern Hospitality 1:05:41 - Girlfriend FaceTime’s Too Much1:15:31 - Illinois Goes to Therapy1:28:45 - Louisiana Break in1:46:07 - Cale and Bronco2:02:42 - Tarot Card Reading2:27:45 - Sally from Wisconsin3:00:24 -Fun activities for rehab3:21:54 - Bartender Amanda3:36:43 - Relaxing road rage3:52:53 - School Bus Driver

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

First caller! (9:40) John isn’t feeling too well, and he also fears that he might be an ahole. Then, (28:07) a different John calls in with an international dating question. After that, (37:22) we chat with Brad, a 39-year-old freshman in college, who also shares details about his confusing past in the military. We (1:05:15) end the episode with a boyfriend seeking advice on how to handle his 'drunk runner' of a girlfriend.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

First caller! (9:40) John isn’t feeling too well, and he also fears that he might be an ahole. Then, (28:07) a different John calls in with an international dating question. After that, (37:22) we chat with Brad, a 39-year-old freshman in college, who also shares details about his confusing past in the military. We (1:05:15) end the episode with a boyfriend seeking advice on how to handle his 'drunk runner' of a girlfriend.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

The first caller (8:30) is a frustrated beer salesman who's tired of people constantly demanding beer. The next caller (23:06) living in Colorado, shares how her friends assume she's the ultimate stoner. Finally, (46:48) we hear a voicemail from a guy ranting about auto parts stores never having what he needs in stock.Leave us a voicemal! 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

The first caller (10:03) is a professional maid in Buffalo, NY, who thinks one of her clients might be a swinger. The next caller (32:32) is a school bus driver in Indiana, who tells us what irks him as a driver and shares his 'goofy' living situation. Finally, we listen to a voicemail from a guy who loves this Midwest phrase.Leave us a Voicemail! 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

The first caller (10:03) is a professional maid in Buffalo, NY, who thinks one of her clients might be a swinger. The next caller (32:32) is a school bus driver in Indiana, who tells us what irks him as a driver and shares his 'goofy' living situation. Finally, we listen to a voicemail from a guy who loves this Midwest phrase.Leave us a Voicemail! 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

First caller (12:10) is Ginger James (he’s an Armenian-Irish ginger). He wants to know: if we could pick any era to live in, what would it be?(40:41) Then, we have Sally from Wisconsin. We go through her past and present New Year's resolutions, and she also shares a quick story about going to see Charlie’s show. Leave us a voicemal! 218-303-5095

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

This episode starts off hot! (10:27) The first caller wants to start a bar with his wife and wants to know what are the essentials to a great bar. (39:20) The next caller is having trouble making decisions with her husband. (59:19)Finally, we listen to one of our funniest voicemails yet!Wanna talk to us? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇218-303-5095Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hatCheck out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wEzagimGjcCheck out Myles' Podcast "You Betcha Radio" 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQK1ATqc6L9wz4FAiun8kKw

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

The first caller is a Canadian who thinks Canada is far better. The next caller is wondering what an ice-fishing superhero would look like and who his sidekick would be. The last caller is an Australian on the hunt for an NFL team.

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Carter calls back from Episode 112 (A Very Canadian Bar Fight) to give us a belated update on how his life is going. Next is a caller who certifies forklift drivers, and the last caller has a confession… he's addicted to hardware stores.Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇218-303-5095Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hatCheck out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wEzagimGjcCheck out Myles' Podcast "You Betcha Radio" 👇https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQK1ATqc6L9wz4FAiun8kKw

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

We're at the Holler House in Milwaukee, WI. The first caller has an ice shanty, and we give her an idea of what she should do with it. The next caller is an electrician who really wants to buy a snowmachine, but they also have a kid on the way in a few months. The last caller is bummed because he's dating a vegetarian. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇 218-303-5095 Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇 https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hat Check out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wEzagimGjc Check out Myles' Podcast "You Betcha Radio" 👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQK1ATqc6L9wz4FAiun8kKw

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

We kick off the episode talking about postgame interviews. The first caller is in an Everybody Loves Raymond situation with his in-laws. Next, a caller from Ohio gives us a peek into Amish life and lets us know what we should know. Last caller is a guy who lives full-time on the road with his family in an RV—oh, and he's a huge Dungeons & Dragons fan. Don't have time to call in? Call our Voicemail line and tell us what's on your mind 👇 218-303-5095 Get Yourself a "Road Hunting for Ditch Chickens" hat 👇 https://ohhyoubetcha.com/products/ditch-chickens-hat Check out Charlie Berens Special "Midwest Goodbye" 👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wEzagimGjc Check out Myles' Podcast "You Betcha Radio" 👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQK1ATqc6L9wz4FAiun8kKw

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025