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
THE HOOKUP ON MUSIC Looks Deeper Into Foo Fighter’s But Here We Are
The Foo Fighters are back with a new album “But Here We Are!” The HOOKUP will look deep into what went into the making of this album. The band came through with a good album in the face of loss!
THE HOOKUP ON MUSIC Looks Deeper Into Depeche Mode’s Violator
Thank you for tuning into The Hookup’s newest segment..album reviews! We will be taking a look weekly at old and new released albums. On today’s installment we are taking look at the band Depeche Mode’s album Violator. Lots to get into on this classic cut.
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
We Went to Cincinnati-It Didn’t Suck!
The Cincinnati Reds Hosted the White Sox and some brave souls ventured to Jerry Springer’s city to see it. Every year our pals over at
THE HOOKUP ON MUSIC Looks Deeper Into Metallica’s 72 Seasons
We breakdown Metallica’s newest album 72 Seasons! We dig into each track and talk the metal legends newest album in great depth. Many different reviews and opinions on the new album. See what The HOOKUP On Music is saying.
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
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
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
Recent Podcast Episodes
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
What People Say
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.