Fameless Last Words

06/13/2021

Eleven years ago today Greg and I completed the Pirate Tri at Sebago Lake, our first sprint triathlon together. Here we are after finishing the race with our cheering section. To hear the full story check out Episode 12 - I Would Tri for You at famelesslastwords.com or via the link on this page.

05/31/2021

Fameless Last Words will be on hiatus as we head into the summer. Greg Thompson & Mike Foley look forward to returning with more fun stories, and appreciate all the support throughout the last twelve episodes. They were so much fun to make!! Be sure to catch up on any episodes missed at famelesslastwords.com, and watch for more photos and bonus content on Fameless Last Words' Facebook and Instagram until we resume the podcast. Thanks for listening and sharing Fameless Last Words!

05/24/2021

Episode 12 - I Would "Tri" For You: After almost ten years of seeing each other constantly, the guys eventually sold their multi-units, moved a little further away from each other and became much busier with growing kids. Guess what happened next - Greg and Mike just didn't see each other very much any more. Hear the story of how Mike finally had enough, and literally swam, biked and ran his way back to his old pal Greg.

After almost ten years of seeing each other constantly, the guys eventually sold their multi-units, moved a little further away from each other and became much busier with growing kids. Guess what happened next - Greg and Mike just didn't see each...

05/17/2021

Episode 11 - Skivvy Dippers: A cool lazy river, the deep dark ocean...or a fountain at a hot dog plant?? In this episode the guys share a few summertime stories and the crazy antics that revolve around the whole gang, and their habit of peeling off a few layers and jumping in the water to get cooled off - what ever and where ever that water may have been.

A cool lazy river, the deep dark ocean...or a fountain at a hot dog plant?? In this episode the guys share a few summertime stories and the crazy antics that revolve around the whole gang, and their habit of peeling off a few layers and jumping in...

05/10/2021

Episode 10 - Brains of the Operation: In this episode Greg tells the story about needing emergency brain surgery in his early 30s. It was a scary and serious situation, but the guys still managed to find a little humor in it. Mike talks about his 'Garage Door Spring' incident that required a ride to the ER from Greg.

In this episode Greg tells the story about needing emergency brain surgery in his early 30s. It was a scary and serious situation, but the guys still managed to find a little humor in it. Mike talks about his 'Garage Door Spring' incident that req...

05/03/2021

Episode 9 - Life of the Party (x2): In this episode Mike and Greg talk about a big ol' Halloween party they attended in 1999, and describe their ridiculous costumes and questionable behavior. The story doesn't end there because amazingly, they were invited back the following year! The first year was Greg's time to shine; let's just say he made a "big" impression with his costume's centerpiece. Mike took the spotlight in year two, bringing his character to life with a skit he might have taken too far. Oh, everyone loved it, except for one guy. For some reason that was the last invitation they received.

In this episode Mike and Greg talk about a big ol' Halloween party they attended in 1999, and describe their ridiculous costumes and questionable behavior. The story doesn't end there because amazingly, they were invited back the following year! ...

04/29/2021

Here’s the construction crew Greg should have hired! Check out Episode 8: Greg Hires a “Professional” to hear the rest of the story. Link below in comments.

04/26/2021

Episode 8 - Greg Hires a "Professional": In this episode Greg shares a story about hiring a builder for a big project at his old multi-unit home, rather than attempting to do the job himself. After several major oversights by this "professional", and a whole bunch of headaches, Greg realizes he could have easily made all the same mistakes and saved a little dough. But at least he didn't get hurt!

In this episode Greg shares a story about hiring a builder for a big project at his old multi-unit home, rather than attempting to do the job himself. After several major oversights by this "professional", and a whole bunch of headaches, Greg rea...

04/24/2021

Sound Up! Here's The Ballad of Irving D**g, with some video and images of Irv himself, always laughing and making us laugh! Check out Episode 7 - My Friend Irving D**g (link below), and recent posts for more info on this nickname and song. Thanks again to Greg's Mom Kathy and Aunt Kim for the backstory and old photos.

04/20/2021

There’s more to the origin of Irving D**g! Thanks for sharing your memory Kim. Irving, we wanna see that little dance!! Check out all of episode 7 - “My Friend Irving D**g” at the link below on this page.

04/19/2021

Episode 7 - My Friend Irving D**g: When you were a kid, were you given a ridiculous nickname by your family or friends? Is there a story behind it, or was it for no reason at all?

In this episode find out why Greg calls his son "Taco"; Mike revisits "Mondo Schnoz-Monster", the high school moniker given to him by his pals; and Greg's mom Kathy joins the podcast to talk about Irving D**g, the hysterically bizarre childhood nickname given to Greg by his grandfather.

When Mike learned about Greg's nickname over twenty years ago, he was immediately inspired to write a short song for Greg called "The Ballad of Irving D**g", and Mike has re-recorded it for your enjoyment.

Share your stupid nickname with us, we'd love to hear all about it!

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When you were a kid, were you given a ridiculous nickname by your family or friends? Is there a story behind it, or was it for no reason at all? In this episode find out why Greg calls his son "Taco"; Mike revisits "Mondo Schnoz-Monster", the hig...

04/19/2021

Next release tomorrow - Episode 7 “My Friend Irving D**g”. Join Mike & Greg For a chat about their ridiculous nicknames from the past. Greg’s mom Kathy joins the podcast to shed some light on the origin of Irving D**g, and Mike shares an old song about him!

Did your friends or family give you a ridiculous nickname? If so, let us know what it was in the comments!

04/12/2021

Episode 6 - A Compilation of Idiocy: In this episode our two favorite idiots reflect on their decision to forego using tie-downs after a visit to the home improvement store in the old Green Machine. Greg then shares a story about fighting a speeding ticket in court, and the consequences of that action. The guys wrap things up with a short story about an idea that seemed really cool, but in reality just looked ridiculous...just another day in the life of Mike & Greg.

If you enjoy this story, please check out our other episodes, and consider supporting the Fameless Last Words podcast by subscribing or following, and sharing this podcast with your friends.

In this episode our two favorite idiots reflect on their decision to forego using tie-downs after a visit to the home improvement store in the old Green Machine. Greg then shares a story about fighting a speeding ticket in court, and the consequen...

04/07/2021

It's podcast night! We sure do love getting together to revisit some fun old stories, and hope you're enjoying them too. If you haven't caught an episode yet, visit famelesslastwords.com, or find us in apple podcasts, or on spotify, among many other podcast sites.

04/05/2021

Episode 5 - No Good Deed: Greg Thompson kicks this one off with a story about how an attempted good deed for his out-of-town neighbor went wrong from the start. Mike remembers a time that his mouth wrote a check his @$$ was not going to cash; fortunately Greg was there to cover it!

If you enjoy this story, please check out our other episodes, and consider supporting the Fameless Last Words podcast by subscribing or following, and sharing this podcast with your friends.

Greg and Mike hope you have a good laugh and a great day!

Greg kicks this one off with a story about how an attempted good deed for his out-of-town neighbor went wrong from the start. Mike remembers a time that his mouth wrote a check his @$$ was not going to cash; fortunately Greg was there to cover it...

03/29/2021

How Did Mike become “The poster child for abstinence” as Greg put it? Check out Episode 4: “Poster Boy” to find out more about this story, and the campaign behind it. famelesslastwords.com

03/29/2021

Episode 4 - Poster Boy: Find out how a young Mike ended up on a campaign poster for teen males preventing pregnancy, and where that poster surprised him a few years later. Greg tells a story about how he broke all of his toes in one fell swoop while showing off in a new school. Mike's mom Tery makes an appearance as Fameless Last Words' first guest to shed more light on that important ad campaign of the 1980s.

If you enjoy this story, please check out our other episodes, and consider supporting the Fameless Last Words podcast by subscribing or following, and sharing this podcast with your friends. For photos and more content, visit the Fameless Last Words page. Greg and Mike hope you have a good laugh and a great day!

Find out how a young Mike ended up on a campaign poster for teen males preventing pregnancy, and where that poster surprised him a few years later. Greg tells a story about how he broke all of his toes in one fell swoop while showing off in a new ...

03/28/2021

Here's a sneek peek of Episode 4 "Poster Boy" scheduled for release Monday March 29th. Find out how a young Mike ended up in this campaign poster for teen males preventing pregnancy, and where that poster surprised him a few years later (HS classmates take note!). Hear the rest of that story & more! Greg Thompson tells a story about how he broke all of his toes in one fell swoop while showing off in a new school. Mike's mom Teresa Norton Mattison makes an appearance as Fameless Last Words' first guest to shed more light on that important ad campaign of the 1980s.

03/27/2021

Mike getting in over his head with another project as a young landlord. Check out episode 3, "Turd Basements" if you want to hear more about Greg and Mike's comical situations as landlord's in their respective first homes.

03/27/2021

Episode 3 - In this episode Mike and Greg share some "Dirty Jobs" stories from their first homes as landlords and these two idiots have no problem finding the humor in a few crappy situations. Mike in particular seemed to really overcomplicate his fixes! A word of caution for the wicked squeamish or those who may be listening on their lunch break. While these stories aren't super graphic, parts of these stories - if you haven't already guessed - are about p**p!

In this episode Mike and Greg share some "Dirty Jobs" stories from their first homes as landlords and these two idiots have no problem finding the humor in a few crappy situations. Mike in particular seemed to really overcomplicate his fixes! A w...

03/26/2021

Greg at the helm of Many Myles, late 90's...not flying the chute! Want to hear more about that? Check out episode 2, "Captain No & the Hobie Cat Mishap".

03/26/2021

Episode 2 - In this episode we briefly learn about Greg's environmentalism, at Mike's expense. More importantly, Greg hassles Mike about a decision as captain aboard the sailboat Many Myles over 20 years ago, but then must explain one of his own mishaps on the high seas that may have influenced Mike’s thinking. Does Greg make a convincing case or did Mike make the right call?

In this episode we briefly learn about Greg's environmentalism, at Mike's expense. More importantly, Greg hassles Mike about a decision as captain aboard the sailboat Many Myles over 20 years ago, but then must explain one of his own mishaps on th...

03/26/2021

New pals, late '90's sailing on the Many Myles. Want to hear how these two met? Listen to Episode 1. Also, what's with the pleated shorts and tucked in tee shirts?!? Greg, get your face away from my...beer!

03/26/2021

Episode 1 - Do you know either one of these two knuckleheads, both, neither? It doesn't matter. Here's the origin-story of a twenty-plus year friendship. The guys recall how they first met, and the circumstances behind a great first day of hanging out that ended a little bit...actually a lot...awkwardly.

Here's the origin-story of a twenty-plus year friendship. The guys recall how they first met, and the circumstances behind a great first day of hanging out that ended a little bit awkwardly.

03/26/2021

Meet Mike and Greg, great friends for over twenty years. They don't know a whole lot about podcasting, but always have a great laugh when they get together. Come along for the ride as these two reconnect, telling old stories by way of this new venture. What could possibly go wrong? Thanks for checking out Fameless Last Words!

Meet Mike and Greg, great friends for over twenty years. They don't know a whole lot about podcasting, but always have a great laugh when they get together. Come along for the ride as these two knuckleheads reconnect, telling old stories by way ...