The Brothers Raskin are Diggstown Men

It's another milestone episode, folks — 210 shows of brotherly banter, cinematic deep dives, and the kind of cultural commentary only the Raskins can deliver. Brother Ben kicks things off with a candid, surprisingly heartfelt discussion about his upcoming colonoscopy — why it matters, why early testing saves lives, and why everyone should take their health seriously. Then Brother Patrick swings the spotlight toward Frank Zappa, unpacking why Zappa remains one of the most fearless, uncompromising artists of the last century. The boys wander through huge swaths of Zappa's catalog, picking favorite tracks, debating eras, and celebrating the weird, wild genius of the man who refused to play by anyone's rules. From there, the brothers pivot to the new film "The Lost Boy." Split right down the middle, they debate what the movie means, whether it sticks the landing, and if it's actually any good. Expect strong opinions, unexpected tangents, and at least one moment where Patrick says something Ben cannot let slide. Finally, they close out with a gloriously nerdy, full‑throttle dive into Friday the 13th Part 4 — kills, characters, continuity chaos, and why this entry still hits like a machete to the nostalgia bone. Be a mensch. Tell a friend. Share the show. Rate the show. And if you want to read Ben's latest writing project, The Hex Nut Affair at Lab 53, email him at benj.raskin@gmail.com.