On this episode of Altered Judgement, we are bringing the energy of a packed piano bar straight into the studio! We’re joined by family and an incredible musical duo: Joe’s sister Mary and her husband Devin, who make up the phenomenal dueling piano act Love Me Duel. We sit down to talk about their roots, growing up in musical households, the story of how they met, and what the future holds for their high-energy act. Then, we clear the floor for an incredible 30-minute live, in-studio performance an Altered Judgement First but certainly not a last. From pop-punk classics to massive rock anthems, they absolute crush a series of live mashups and requests. You may even get to hear Alex and Joe Belt out a certain song by the Darkness! You'll Just have to watch and find out!

Official Website: lovemeduel.com (Perfect for their upcoming show calendar, promo videos, and direct contact)

Welcome to this completely off-the-cap episode of Altered Judgment! Shooting straight from the hip, hosts Alex and Joe sit down in the studio early in the day to cover everything from classic comedies and movie rating thresholds to the bizarre trends popping up on local community Facebook groups and HOA nightmares. Later in the episode, the guys host a studio first for their Backyard Buzz segment. They welcome Nicole, the owner and baker behind All You Need Bread & Co. Nicole details her journey from getting a surprise holiday bread machine to mastering the fine art of sourdough, cultivating a live starter, and leaving her corporate job to chase her passion. Plus, Alex and Joe do a live taste test of the "Loaves of the Week"—including the OG Sourdough and a mouth-watering Cheddar Jalapeño. Finally, the guys wrap up the episode with local brewery shoutouts, an update on their website overhaul, and a sneak peek into the music-focused direction of Season 2.

In this episode, we welcome our first official guest of Season 2—Blum! We start things off with the usual hockey talk (Flyers vs. Penguins playoff vibes) before diving into a much more serious and personal journey. Blum opens up about his career in mental health, working in adolescent and children’s units, and the sobering reality of seeing kids as young as five struggling with anxiety and depression. We also discuss his personal story of sobriety, celebrating 4 years sober, and the "epiphany moment" that changed his life. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 (US/Canada) or 111 (UK). Of course, it wouldn’t be Altered Judgement without some pallet destruction. We review local favorites Mammoth Hot Sauce and Rommadill Pickles, try the infamous "Malort Sucks" candy, and take on "DA Bomb BEYOND INSANITY" hot sauce.

Welcome to the official start of a new era for Altered Judgement. In Episode 11, Alex and Joe unveil their fully realized, dedicated podcast studio. Leaning heavily into a "late-night radio" aesthetic, the duo discusses their primary influences—specifically Philadelphia radio icons Preston & Steve—and their mission to reclaim the local airwaves (or digital waves) for the community. This jam-packed episode features a Superlyte vodka cocktail taste test from Stateside, a massive Backyard Buzz segment featuring the Detroit-style pizza and artisanal sandwiches of Steel Penny in Hatboro, and a deep dive into the changing landscape of media and corporate ownership. Plus, the guys share a bold prediction for the Flyers' playoff run and issue a challenge to their "Altered Universe" to help them hit their 100-subscriber milestone.

In this episode of Altered Judgement, Joe, Alex, and Pat are back in the studio and joined by a very special guest: Chef Nick Clare. The guys dive deep into the world of content creation, the importance of supporting local mom-and-pop businesses, and the personal journeys that led them to where they are today. From heartfelt discussions about mental health and fatherhood to a local pizza review from Silvio’s Deli, this episode covers it all. The group also tackles the "Chicago Handshake" with a round of Malort, debates the best (and worst) seasons of the year, and discusses the challenges of balancing a health journey with being a food influencer.

The crew welcomes Khamila of Kitty on Top Bartending to discuss her journey from working a corporate job to building a mobile bartending empire. They explore the challenges of starting a business right before a pandemic, the importance of high standards in the hospitality industry, and the creative process behind her organic simple syrups. Between the business talk, the group samples a "gauntlet" of local craft beers, explores the science of bourbon stewardship, and braves a "Voldemort" shot (a mix of Malort and Vladimir vodka). The episode concludes with a chaotic birthday celebration, complete with an alien-masked pizza delivery and an impromptu birthday song.

In this episode of Altered Judgement, hosts Joe, Alex, and Pat dive into the extraterrestrial. The episode begins with some housekeeping regarding past fan votes and a charitable donation to Harley's Haven Dog Rescue. After a mysterious "intermission" involving some alien visitors in the studio, the guys return to discuss their favorite sci-fi movies and assemble their ultimate survival teams for an alien invasion. They wrap up with a segment on personal "gripes," covering everything from bowling alley etiquette to snowy parking spot etiquette.

Welcome to the debut of Altered Journeys! We’ve officially stepped out of the studio to bring you our first-ever "VlogCast". At the core, we are still the Altered Judgment crew you know and love, but we’re taking the conversation on the road. In this series premiere, Joe and I tackle the Perkasie Ale Trail—exploring the town’s best breweries, one pint at a time. Stay tuned until the end to see Pat make his "perfectly timed" appearance at the finish line! This is just the beginning of a new style of content for us. We’re moving, we’re tasting, and we’re bringing you along for the ride. Stops on the Trail: The Perk Free Will Brewing The Ram Mystic Ways Van Lieu’s Brewing COMING SOON: Don’t miss our next journey at the Perkasie Celtic Fest! ☘️

They say Malort is the drink that helps you "un-friend" people. In this segment, Alex, Joe, and Pat take the ultimate Chicago plunge. We sat down as distinguished gentlemen and left as broken men, questioning every life choice that led us to that bottle. If you’ve ever wondered what "gasoline filtered through a dirty gym sock" tastes like, we have the colorful analogies and NSFW language to describe it for you.

Welcome to a refined yet reckless session of the Altered Judgement podcast. In this episode, we lean into our new identity as Distinguished Degenerates—bringing you high-class commentary on the lowest-brow topics.From the historical accuracy of medieval cannabis to the structural integrity of toilet paper, Joe, Pat, and Alex dive deep into the things that truly matter. We also take a wild call from a bachelorette party and discuss the local legend Nibs the squirrel,...and many other things that would make our mothers worry.

This video is a segment from the Altered Judgement podcast titled "Van Lieus Brews," where hosts Joe, Pat, and Alex review three different beers from Van Lieus Brewing Company, located in Perkasie, Pennsylvania Beers Sampled: Lieus Light ABV: 4.2% Style: Standard Light Beer Profile: Described as "beer-flavored beer," it is noted for being crisp, refreshing, and perfect for hot summer months. Burial Ground ABV: 7.0% Style: American-style IPA Hops: Centennial, Amarillo, and Simcoe Profile: The hosts describe this as a well-balanced IPA with a "Christmasy" or "wintery" scent and taste, avoiding the overly "skunky" or bitter profile some IPAs have. Tiger Tears ABV: 7.5% Style: West Coast-style IPA Collaboration: A joint effort between Van Lieus, Warwick Farm, and Tröegs Independent Brewing. Profile: Noted for its citrusy and tropical fruit-forward profile, with distinct notes of grapefruit. We here at Altered Judgment Highly recommend a visit to the brewery on Walnut Street in Perkasie to taste these and all the other amazing beers Van Lieus has to offer!

Welcome to the new era of Altered Judgement! After a deep dive into our 2025 pilot season, we’ve taken the best of the best and dialed it up. We’ve perfected the sound, refined the visuals, and finally locked in the true identity of the show. This is Altered Judgement in its purest form—the energy, the quality, and the vibe you can expect from 2026 and beyond. In this episode, "The Co-Pilot," we took of the governor and let it rip! So sit back, grab a cold drink, and join us for the ride. Cheers to the evolution!

Part two of our Altered Holiday Special. We jump right into it with our Lets Talk Holiday Edition Segment. We then have an Epic Holiday Movie Showdown where we crown the Ultimate Holiday Movie... In our Opinion. We follow it up with something you won't want to miss and you see a side of Joe you may never have thought you would. We toast to 2025 and give it a proper send off! (With a bang) Then we let you know what to expect from Altered Judgment in 2026. This is our 2025 Magnum Opus. The episode where we truly believe you get a full taste of our identity and the caliber of product we plan to deliver in 2026 and beyond. We hit our stride and hope you agree! Happy Holidays and we hope to see you next year. We have MANY MANY bigs things in store in the Altered Judgement Universe!

Part one of the Altered Judgement Holiday Special. We handle some housekeeping and announce our contest winners! Joe makes an apology to a special listener. We let you know what's to come on this epic holiday endeavor. Thanksgiving traditions, and an extremely sus injectable butter are talked about. We address the struggles our beloved Philadelphia Eagles are having. Black Friday just isn't the same anymore and Pat has a strange Black Friday encounter. Part 1 wraps up with a festive feast where we try to debunk some holiday foods that may just be getting an unwarranted bad wrap.

Welcome to Altered Judgement! We finally hit the record button, and it immediately goes off the rails.