Pumpkins, politics, and pure idiocracy collide in this Halloween episode, from ghost stories to Gen Alpha slang, you’ll never look at “6-7” the same way again.
n this At The Mic: Deep Dive with Keith Malinak Halloween special, Keith, Brad Staggs, and Kelly Smith dive into everything from ghost stories and political commentary to the bizarre new Gen Alpha slang “6-7.” The trio blend humor, nostalgia, and sharp media insight as they explore how language builds community—even when it’s total nonsense. Between tales of paranormal encounters, music copyright controversies, and hilarious reflections on childhood scars, fantasy sports, and viral trends, the conversation becomes a snapshot of modern culture at its funniest and most revealing. Whether they’re mocking celebrity endorsements or debating the philosophy of idiocracy, Keith and the crew deliver unfiltered laughs and thoughtful reflection on truth in media, community, and the absurdity of modern life. It’s the perfect mix of cultural chaos and late-night radio nostalgia.
Chapters:
00:00 – Ghosts, Candy & Chaos: Halloween Kicks Off
04:12 – The Pumpkin Problem & Over-Decorated Neighborhoods
09:45 – Music Copyright & The Battle for Fair Play
14:58 – Celebrity Endorsements & Political Tricks of the Season
22:31 – Haunted Houses & Real-Life Ghost Encounters
31:09 – Viral Madness: The Rise of “6-7” and Gen Alpha Slang
38:54 – Idiocracy or Community? Language That Melts Brains
47:02 – Nostalgia Trip: From ‘Wassup’ to Modern Memes
54:37 – Pranks, COVID Reflections & Cultural Flashbacks
01:01:26 – Halloween Tips & Final Laughs Before the Candy Crash
👍 Enjoyed the chaos? Hit like, subscribe, and share this Halloween special with your favorite skeptic.
💬 Question of the episode: Which part of this episode made you laugh or think hardest — the ghost stories or “6-7” insanity?
📢 Connect with Us!
Permanent Guest Brad Staggs: https://twitter.com/@realbradstaggs
Special Guest Kelly Smith: Https://twitter.com/@kelly4freedom
🎙️ At The Mic w/ Keith Malinak:
https://youtube.com/@AtTheMic
https://atthemicshow.com
https://rumble.com/user/@AtTheMicShow
https://twitter.com/@KeithMalinak
https://instagram.com/@atthemicshow
Special thanks to Gabby — follow her at https://twitter.com/jeffapologist
🎧 Listen to At The Mic:
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-mic-with-keith-malinak/id1792628977
- https://open.spotify.com/show/23rWRcLdAGaqaWuMaAPLoZ
- https://feeds.redcircle.com/552098fa-e49f-4ac4-9754-3d326aa9941a
🛠️ Produced by 2nd Floor Studios:
- https://youtube.com/@UCHMPHGxT9jMyU7tnpTVebKA
- https://secondfloorstudios.co
- https://twitter.com/2ndfloordallas
- https://instagram.com/@2ndfloordallas