with Mr Hand, Yumper, Svo, Magnificent Stan and The Sugar Baggy

Sadistic Penguin Studios

ALO-HA! Sadistic Penguin Studios is the brainchild of Peter Hand, Tom Garcia, Justin Svoboda, and Brian Schmaranzer. Four Chicago sports, food, entertainment and music fans, that started a movie podcast and draft centric podcast as part of a previous network. We know your time is valuable and we appreciate you sharing some of it with us all. ALO-HA!

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The Story Behind Sadistic Penguin Studios.

Who we are

A group of friends who like talking about and sharing the many and various things we love to do, to watch, and to follow.

What we love

Movies, Wrestling, The Chicago White Sox, Collections, Friends, and Our wives.

What we hope to do

Have fun creating content and community that make people laugh and engage with one another in supportive ways.

Latest Blogs

Sneaker Talk

I love the movie Air, I’ve watched it 8 times now, but I love anything with Affleck, anything with sneakers and anything Nike. I had

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Blogs
Lil Yumper

Martial Arts Gems: Unleashed

Unleashed (French: Danny the Dog) is a 2005 action thriller film directed by Louis Leterrier, written by Luc Besson, and co-produced by Jet Li and

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Blogs
Lil Yumper

ALS Walk Raffle

As mentioned on the last episode of Yumper and Svo, my mother is participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS on June 3rd. This is

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Blogs
lexxlopez

The Boys Are Back In Town

By Alexis Lopez Hearing “Thunderstruck” the other day reminded me that my favorite time of year is quickly approaching, where roughly 40,000 of us die

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Recent Podcast Episodes

The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

In The Big Apple Of Musical Ideas!

Thank you for joining me on this special 19th episode!!! We are moving the needle further into the groove. Tonight I am joined with Hans of The Action Movie Book Club Podcast to talk in depth on topics ranging from shows he’s seen in The Big Apple to some of his favorite music to movie/tv scenes. This our 5th time getting together and having a blast. Also we talk the Tv Show Yellowjackets musically, Milwaukee Metal fest and some new tunes!

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The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

Does My Bologna Like Taylor Swift?

Tonight on our 18th episode, so much fun talking music was had that it’s filled to the brim. I am joined by Chicago Sports Bum’ Bologna to discuss some great music topics! Taylor Swift to Tom Petty is on the agenda. From amazing concerts to tailgates of past decades! One thing I know for sure is we’re going to have a blast. Please tune in to see what fun we get into on The HOOKUP.

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Yumper and Svo At the Show Podcast
Lil Yumper

Who’s Car We Takin?

This week the gents are back and this time we are discussing some of our favorite heist movies. So get your popcorn ready, grab a drink, make sure to tip and enjoy this action packed episode of Yumper and Svo At The Show!

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The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

Killer Tunes From Outer Space!

Thank you so much for listening to tonights 17th episode of The HOOKUP on Music. I am joined by the ever amazing Keelin to talk about some of her favorite albums. We talk classic albums Desert Sessions – vol 11 and 12, Dr. Octagon- Dr. Octagonecologyst, Sun Ra – Space is The Place, Wet Leg – Wet Leg, The Budos Band- The Budos Band 1-3. We also talk some far out tunes to seeing some awesome concerts including Parliament!

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The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

Behind The Instrument’s Player Pt. 1

Thank you so much for joining me for a special HOOKUP ON MUSIC! I am joined by my main man Mick, @InSoxicatedFan to delve into the instruments he plays and the music that inspires him. We will talk about some drums and bass. Will talk about an awesome private concert featuring Snoop Dog. We will also talk bands such as Tool and 311. Thank you for tuning into this very special 16th episode as we always thank you for rocking out!

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Yumper and Svo At the Show Podcast
Lil Yumper

No Time For Love Dr. Svo

The gents are back and this time they are discussing one of the most iconic characters in film history. Created from the minds of Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, that’s right we are talking Indiana Jones. Also a huge announcement! So get your popcorn ready, grab a drink, and make sure you call him Dr. Svo Doll!

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The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

What’s My Age Again?

Welcome my musical comrades to the 15th episode of THE HOOKUP ON MUSIC. Today I am joined with fellow Penguins Alexis and Svo to break down some awesome music including the recent Blink 182 reunion show in Chicago. We will be talking about everything from Stevie Nicks to rocking some awesome tunes, like Everlong by Foo Fighters. One thing I know is please tune in to hear all the fireworks of fun.

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The Hook Up on Music Podcast
Tony B.

 Rock N’ Roll Hall In Flames?

On tonight’s Hookup On Music, We are taking a look at past, present, and future rock n’ roll hall of fame entries and throwing out some ideas on the entries. We also take a look at Parliaments album Mothership Connection, Concerts at Ravinia and so much more. Thank you for joining me on this amazing 14th episode.

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What People Say

"When I close my eyes, I see this thing, a sign, I see this name in bright blue neon lights with a purple outline. And this name is so bright and so sharp that the sign — it just blows up because the name is so powerful...it says, "Dirk Diggler."
Dirk Diggler
Thespian
"Tell me something, my friend, have you ever danced with the Devil in the pale moonlight?"
Jack Napier
Venture Capitalist
"Show us that million-dollar arm, because I got a good idea about that five-cent head of yours."
Crash Davis
Catcher
"I'm gonna make him an offer he can't refuse."
Vito Andolini-Corleone
Waste Management
"Well, this is not a boat accident! And it wasn't any propeller, and it wasn't any coral reef, and it wasn't Jack the Ripper! It was a shark!"
Matt Hooper
Marine Biologist
"You must strive to find your own voice because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are going to find it at all."
John Keating
Educator

Meet Your Hosts

The OG

Host of Collectors Corner and an occasional Hot Take. A man with questionable character born and raised on the South Side of Chicago. A life long White Sox, Bears, Bulls, and Blackhawks fan who has been fortunate enough to see all his teams win at least one title.

Mr. Hand dreamed of catching for the White Sox but Carlton Fisk’s arrival put an end to that. Then was ready to play 1b until some guy named Frank Thomas showed up. An associate with @fromthe108 who can be found either at Guaranteed Rate Field or a golf course during the summer.

aka "Mr. Hand"

Pete Hand

Yumper And Svo At The Show

One-half of the Yumper and Svo Podcast, Yumper is a family man, movie buff, maker of crazy gifs, and video game lover.

Yumper is also a lover of the culinary arts, meaning he loves to eat good food, especially tacos! Never a person to shy away from his opinion about movies, Yumper still stands by his beliefs that Encanto and Halloween Kills are terrible! 

The other half of the Yumper and Svo Podcast, Svo can be best described as a movie nerd, White Sox fan, buffalo wing connoisseur, lover of all things Batman, collector of New Era hats, and a pop punk enthusiast. 

Svo can usually be found at a movie theater checking out the latest films, playing his PS5, or at a concert jamming out with his favorite bands.

aka "Svo"

Justin Svoboda

It's Getting Drafty In Here

It’s Getting Drafty In Here host MagnificentStan, is an avid lover of all things White Sox and professional wrestling.  Whether it’s discussing Rick Hahn’s brilliance (or lack thereof) or whether the Montreal Screwjob was legit, he’s always up for a heated debate.

He enjoys spending his days working on his midlife crisis, which includes collecting random crap – vinyl records, Funko pops and wresting action figures.  He loves the Macho Man, hates The Crow and has been told he’s a next-level hugger.  And for some odd reason, his wife loves him.

aka "Magnificent Stan"

Brian
Schmaranzer

The Hook Up On Music

The Hook Up On Music host The Sugar Baggy gives us insight on what made him a Music Fan: “Music has always been a huge part of my life. At a very young age, my Dad exposed me to all different kinds of music and bands. From Led Zeppelin to Brian Ferry, he showed me a wide range of songs. At that time, I didn’t always appreciate the funky stuff. As I got older and learned more, I realized that those artists were the real deal.”

“Music is my passion and my weapon for life. It has gotten me through some dark times in my life, as well as the good. It has the magic to transport you back in time and pretend you’re in a different decade, even just for two minutes. Over the years, I have stumbled upon music or bands I would never have been caught listening to when I was 12. XTC? Bruce Springsteen? Love them both equally. Music will always be a part of me and I hope to share what I’ve learned and what I love with others.”

 

 

aka "The Sugar Baggy"

Tony
Burt

Writers

Adding some female flair to the studio, Roxy Felde is a sports fan, music lover, and petter of all the dogs.

You can catch Roxy at Sox Park, a dive bar, a Ghost show, and at the local pizzeria. You won’t be getting her movie opinions but she makes up for that with her obnoxious amount of love for Hugh Jackman.

 

aka "Chi_Rox"

Roxy
Felde

Alexis Lopez is the Jello-O shot making, thiccc baseball player loving, self-proclaimed “resident meatball of WST.” A true city kid, she grew up as a die hard fan of all things Chicago sports. Not only does she enjoy sports-related content, but loves cooking, entertaining, and astrology (it’s more than your sun sign).

When she’s not at Sox park or the United Center, catch her roaming the streets of the West Loop being a beverage goblin. Alexis will be writing mostly about her beloved White Sox, as well as any other random thought that pops in her head- as long as Svo approves. 

aka "lexlopez"

Alexis
Lopez