Hero or Dick
Welcome to Hero or Dick — the podcast where Kate and KJ dig into the strange, funny, and unforgettable corners of history, pop culture, and everything in between. Each episode, we take on famous (and infamous) figures, events, and ideas, breaking them down with humor, insight, and just enough irreverence to ask the question that matters: hero…or dick?
From legendary icons to the odd stories behind movies, music, and everyday life, we pull the threads that make people and moments extraordinary. Along the way, you’ll get Kate’s infamous Fast Five lists (and KJ forgetting his), personal anecdotes, and plenty of chances to weigh in with your own takes.
Ever wondered if a celebrated artist was secretly a scoundrel? Or if a movie villain actually had a point? We live in those gray areas — the messy, funny, human places where the line between hero and dick isn’t so clear.
Join us bi-weekly for deep dives, playful banter, and the kind of conversations that leave you laughing, thinking, and maybe a little surprised. Whether you’re here for the history, the pop culture, or just to see if Kate finally got her car back, Hero or Dick is your go-to podcast for stories that entertain as much as they reveal.
Write in with your suggestions, stories, or just a friendly hello at [email protected].
Subscribe today — because life, like our podcast, is never just black and white.
Thanks!
~ Kate & KJ
- Update frequency
- every 15 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 54
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 16 - Ducks: From Corkscrews to Cultural Icons
Ever wondered what's really going on beneath the surface of that seemingly innocent duck paddling across your local pond? Prepare to have your perceptions forever altered as Kate and KJ…
Hero or Dick - S.3, Ep. 15 - The Prince of F'ing Darkness: Ozzy
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick!
Kate & KJ track Ozzy Osbourne’s run from slaughterhouse kid to rock icon worth an estimated $220M. Bats, the Alamo, 25 Vicodin a day—then…Dad…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 13 - Bloody Mary, Melon Heads, and Hitchhikers
Greetings, Dear Listeners!
Ever wonder why we can't stop sharing stories about hook-handed killers, vanishing hitchhikers, or creatures lurking in the woods?
Join us for this exploration …
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 12 - Dan Akroyd
It's time for another episode of everybody's favorite unknown podcast--Hero or Dick!
This time around, we explore the life and career of Dan Aykroyd, from his early days on SNL to his v…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 11 - Shootin' the Bull (or Bison)
Greetings and Salutations, Listener!
In this episode, we're just shootin' the bull, and our casual conversation covers whatever crosses our minds on a humid summer day.
• Finding a bison…
Hero or Dick - S3, Ep. 10 - Pee-wee Herman
The gray suit. The red bow tie. The unmistakable laugh that echoed through living rooms every Saturday morning. Paul Rubens created more than just a character in Pee-wee Herman—he built…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 9 - Blackbirds
Thanks, Dear Listener, for tuning into another episode of Hero or Dick!
They recognize faces, hold grudges, mourn their dead, and might be smarter than your neighbor. From royal ravens a…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 8 - Roald Dahl
Thanks for tuning into another episode of Hero or Dick!
Behind the giant peaches and chocolate rivers was a man as complex as his characters. This time around, Kate & KJ explore the wil…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 7 - Pickle Passion: Dill Forever
Welcome, Listeners!
The great pickle debate has arrived, and it's clear that few foods inspire such passionate opinions. Dill or sweet? Hero or dick?
During our deep dive into the world …
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 6 - Roseanne Barr
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! This time around, Kate & KJ discuss Roseanne Barr.
How does a groundbreaking comedian who transformed television representation become one of …
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 5 - Val Kilmer
Welcome, dear Listeners! It's another episode of Hero or Dick! This time around we take a scenic detour through Val Kilmer’s wild ride in Hollywood.
Between updates on Kate’s latest trav…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 4 - Joaquin Phoenix
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! From a childhood spent in a controversial cult to becoming one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors, Joaquin Phoenix’s story is anything but…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 3 - Vacations
Vacations can be both exhilarating and exhausting—offering joy, connection, and adventure while testing patience, planning skills, and expectations. In this episode, we dive into the hi…
Hero or Dick - S3., Ep. 2 - The Complex World of Cows and Cheese Showdown
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick!
This time around, we explore the world of bovines! And...Cheese lovers, brace yourselves. In honor of our milk-producing friends, we pit two …
S3, Ep. 1 - Hero or Dick - The Super Bowl
Welcome to Season 3 of HERO OR DICK!
From using barbecue sauce as a ketchup stand-in to the evolution of Super Bowl halftime shows, Kate & KJ cover many topics related to America's most …
Hero or Dick - S2., Ep. 21 - Chevy Chase
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! This time around, we turn our attention to the enigmatic and ever-fascinating Chevy Chase. From his early days as a drummer in what would bec…
Hero or Dick - S2., Ep. 20 - BELIEVE IN THE SOUP!
Welcome, Heroes!
Believe in the Soup!
In our 20th episode of season two, we’re stirring up festive cheer with cheesy debates (literally—think aerosol cheese), holiday movie nostalgia, an…
Hero or Dick - S2, Ep. 19 - The Simpsons
Curious about how a yellow family from Springfield transformed the landscape of animated comedy forever? Join us for a nostalgic trip through The Simpsons' storied history, exploring it…
Hero or Dick - S2, Ep 18., Halloween
Hello, Listeners!
What’s the true essence of Halloween, you ask? Kate and KJ unravel its historical roots, from age-old traditions like "souling" to today’s thrill of trick-or-treating. …
Hero or Dick - S2, Ep. 17, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! This time around, Kate and KJ chat about "The Rock." They explore his fascinating journey from wrestling royalty to Hollywood titan and delv…