About Perfect Face Productions Presents - Junkyard by Clifford D. Simak
It all began with an idea; a simple but exciting concept born from the shared talents of two old friends who found themselves separated by miles yet united by creativity and a passion for storytelling. They wondered, could their combined skills be transformed into something fun and engaging that people would not only listen to but also enjoy? The answer to that question is still unfolding, but that’s where you come in. Your presence here tells us you're seeking something fresh, something off the beaten path, and for that, we’re immensely grateful. Enjoy!
Work Wonders: A Stone Cold Waiting Game - Episode 3
Welcome back to another edition of Work Wonders, the podcast where we shine a bright spotlight on the unsung heroes who keep America’s infrastructure, history, and daily life moving behind the scenes. In this extra-special episode, guest host Chad “The Larynx” Stevens steps behind the microphone to bring you an unforgettable conversation with a living landmark of Washington, D.C.: Mr. Cyrus "Cy" Butterfield.
For seven full decades, Cy has been the steady hand keeping the marble gleaming at one of the nation's most iconic sites—the Lincoln Memorial. If you’ve ever walked up those grand stone steps, stood beneath the towering columns, or gazed up at Abraham Lincoln’s majestic 19-foot seated statue, odds are you’ve admired Cy’s handiwork without ever knowing his name.
In this deep dive, Cy takes us far beyond the typical tourist brochures. He shares what it truly takes to care for a national monument through changing eras, political shifts, harsh Washington weather, and millions of annual visitors. From mastering the delicate science of column polishing to tackling endless step-scrubbing, Cy has seen and cleaned it all.
However, even a master with seventy years on the job meets his match. Cy opens up about the one monumental challenge that has eluded his cleaning kit for decades: the almost impossible-to-reach, perpetually dusty lap of the 19-foot statue itself. You’ll laugh out loud as he details his inventive (and often absurd) strategies for tackling high-altitude marble dust without breaking park regulations or falling off a ladder.
26 Aug 2026
The Flamingo Caper
What’s worse than a hitman trying to assassinate you? A hitman who treats his job like an upscale mixology tutorial.
In this caper, Detective Victor Graves and his perpetually panicked shadow, Eddie "Slick" Marino, leave the dive-bar confusion behind and step into the sultry shadows of a fancy eatery. Word on the street is that the infamous Flamingo has surfaced, and he's not packing singing lawn ornaments. He's packing custom cufflinks, a tailored apron, and a special gift for our mismatched duo designed to turn a relaxing evening into a permanent blackout.
Join us for a masterclass in hard-boiled cynicism as Graves matches wits and witticisms with a killer who loves a good monologue just a little too much. Can Graves outsmart a villain who thinks murder is high art? Or will Eddie's anxiety finally reach terminal velocity? Grab a glass, watch your ice, and dive into the neon-lit underbelly of the city right now.
5 Jul 2026
Varmint Vamoosers: The Gila Goliath-Episode 1
Dust off your boots and hide your poultry, folks! The premier episode of The Varmint Vamoosers is officially live, and things are getting incredibly messy out on the frontier.
When Braxton Hicks (our self-appointed Chief Executive Exterminator) and his cousin Dingus (Lead Field Technician, Bait, and Sandwich Enthusiast) launch their brand-new, highly questionable pest control enterprise, they think they're ready for anything. They ain't!
Their very first contract takes them to the O'Malley Ranch, where what should have been a routine "lizard in the pantry" call quickly devolves into a high-stakes tactical retreat.
Will the boys collect their five dollars American? Will Dingus ever recover from a backside full of buckshot? You’re gonna have to listen to Varmint Vamoosers right now to find out!
3 Jun 2026
Witless Wanderers - Roswell and Area 51 - Episode 4
Are we truly alone? Or is the government just better at hiding the paperwork?In this episode of Witless Wanderers, we follow Fred and Rodney, the world’s most enthusiastic, albeit directionally challenged, historical investigators, as they attempt to infiltrate the most classified facility on Earth: Area 51. Armed with lukewarm soda, high-grade tin foil, and a complete disregard for the concept of "restricted access," our heroes embark on a quest to expose the truth.
From confusing a rural water treatment plant for a top-secret research lab to a tactical encounter with local law enforcement, Fred and Rodney prove that when it comes to history, the truth isn't just out there—it's usually in the wrong place entirely.Listen to the episode below as our duo learns that sometimes, the most historical move you can make is knowing when to drive away.
Buckle up, KZUP listeners, and you might want to grab a heavy-duty antihistamine for this one. On this episode of Legends and Oddities, our host, Stanley O’Brady welcomes a man who has redefined the meaning of "shedding season." Meet Bart Smythe, whose home has become a sprawling, vacuum-sealed monument to the animal kingdom.
Bart isn't just a hoarder; he is a self-appointed historian of hair. With over 93,000 bags meticulously filed, labeled, and stacked to the rafters, Bart’s collection ranges from rare alpaca dreadlocks to his prized five-gallon bucket of bison mane known affectionately as "Big Bertha." Bart needs some serious help and he may or may not be in the right place for a high-stakes family intervention! Warning: This episode may cause phantom itching. KZUP is not responsible for any sudden urges to vacuum your living room or avoid local grooming salons.
9 Mar 2026
Work Wonders: White House Zipper - Episode 2
In this episode of Work Wonders, we shine a spotlight on a man whose daily grind quietly supports some of the most iconic places in America—whether anyone notices or not. Meet Dale Mumford, lead installer for Secure‑Tie Technologies and the unassuming force behind the Titan‑Grip 5000 zip tie. While host Alex Kurtz arrives with his trademark enthusiasm and a flair for turning every job into a heroic saga, Dale brings a refreshingly grounded perspective: he’s just a guy trying not to drop a bag of zip ties into the hedges outside the White House.
If you’ve ever wondered who keeps history from wobbling, who prevents chaos from dangling overhead, or who makes sure the fence looks “aesthetic,” this is your episode. Buckle in for a celebration of simple tools, steady hands, and the workers who quietly hold the world together. Along the way, Alex’s dramatic interpretations collide with Dale’s matter‑of‑fact honesty, creating a perfect blend of comedy, curiosity, and appreciation for the people who keep things running—one zip tie at a time.
28 Feb 2026
The Stolen Unmentionables Caper
The city has a million stories, but this one really comes out in the wash. In the rain-slicked streets of the big city, Detective Victor Graves has seen it all: the grifters, the gumshoes, and the grand larcenists. But he’s never seen a crime wave quite as... intimate as this. Someone is stripping the city’s clotheslines bare, leaving behind nothing but empty pegs and a lot of very cold, very indignant citizens. When Eddie “Slick” Marino, an informant who’s about as reliable as a chocolate umbrella, stumbles onto a mechanical clue, Graves realizes this isn’t just a simple case of a neighborhood kleptomaniac.
Join Vic and Eddie as they navigate a world of high-stakes textiles, industrial-grade lavender scent, and the most dangerous spin cycle in criminal history. It’s a story of love, loss, and the lengths one man will go to avoid doing his own laundry.
Listen now to “The Stolen Unmentionables Caper" and find out if Graves can pin down the culprit before the city runs out of elastic.
27 Jan 2026
Witless Wanderers: South Dakota - Episode 3
Fred and Rodney are back—and this time, South Dakota doesn’t stand a chance. Join our intrepid pair as they take a journey full of laughter, questionable facts, genuine wonder, and the kind of heartfelt friendship that can only be forged while arguing about the historical significance of a pinecone. Buckle up! History has never been this delightfully off‑kilter.
Join our overly confident history duo as they road‑trip through some of the state’s most iconic and occasionally corn-covered destinations. From the crunchy grandeur of the Corn Palace to the rugged beauty of the Badlands, from the presidential stone stares of Mount Rushmore to the powerful, still-evolving tribute of the Crazy Horse Memorial, Fred and Rodney stumble, bicker, and marvel their way across the Black Hills. Along the way, they encounter unpredictable weather, reverent gift shops, and more plaques than Rodney can emotionally process. A misguided adventure awaits!
31 Dec 2025
Legends & Oddities: Baby New Year - Episode 2
Welcome back for another peak into the world of weird, legends we never dreamt were real, and things that make you go “hmmm!” From mysterious vanishings and questionable cryptids to the inexplicable oddities of the modern world, we’re not here to find answers; we’re here to ask the truly unanswerable questions. Our pharmaceutically enhanced host, Stanley O'Brady, is ready to give you one last Christmas present.
This week as we say goodbye to the year that was, Stanley faces his most difficult interview yet: a special in-studio conversation with none other than Baby New Year and maybe even Father Time himself. As the torch is officially passed, Stanley digs into the metaphysical aspects of the hand-off, the logistics of global temporal management and tries to uncover the economic forecast for the coming year. It’s a chaotic, diaper-changing, clock-winding mess of an episode. Don't miss this exclusive look at what the new year has planned for us—assuming the Baby stops chewing on the microphone.
1 Dec 2025
Legends & Oddities: Upward Bound - Episode 1
Ever look at a historical footnote, a bizarre headline, or a truly questionable life choice and just think, "Seriously, why?"
You've found your people.
Join your perpetually bewildered host, Stanley O'Brady, as he dives headfirst into the weirdest corners of history, urban legends, conspiracy theories, and everyday human absurdity. We’re not here to find answers; we’re here to ask the truly unanswerable questions.
From mysterious vanishings and questionable cryptids to the inexplicable oddities of the modern world, the "Legends and Oddities Hour" is the only place where skepticism meets side-splitting laughter. Tune in every week—or suffer the crushing weight of unanswered absurdity alone!
In our inaugural episode, Stanley sits down with an engineering mastermind, the inventor of a revolutionary (and frankly, baffling) new public utility: The Upward-Bound Stairs. Stairs claimed to be a triumph of physics and philosophy—a staircase designed exclusively for going up. Stanley, naturally, asks the hard-hitting questions: "But what's the use case?" "How do you get down?" And the classic: "What were you thinking?"
Prepare for an interview that goes nowhere... literally. Listen now and start your journey into absurdity!
31 Oct 2025
Work Wonders: Guarding Glory - Episode 1
For your listening pleasure, we welcome you to the premiere episode of WORK WONDERS with your host, Alex “The Microphone Maestro” Kurtz.This is the show that dives deep into the world of paid labor. What does it take to earn a living? That’s what we’re here to find out. Every episode, we crack the surface of a high-profile profession, an unusual vocation, or the single, specialized job you didn't know existed. Alex cuts through the noise and asks the tough questions about the work that results in a real-world paycheck. Get ready to learn things you never thought you needed to know.
The season kicks off with “Guarding Glory,”a highly anticipated interview straight from our guest’s home of Washington D.C.. He’s involved in a job with such a high degree of secrecythat we can’t even share their name yet. We don't want to spoil the surprise, or the FUN so just hit play.
7 Oct 2025
The Travel Nerds - Ep2 - San Francisco
Tag along with Fred and Rodney as they bumble their way through the City by the Bay! Whether they’re gawking at the majestic Golden Gate Bridge or dodging the notoriously bold seagulls of Fisherman’s Wharf, the Travel Nerds promise a wild ride. Who knows? Maybe, just maybe, you’ll learn a thing or two (no guarantees, though). Adventure, laughs, and questionable facts await!
26 Aug 2025
The Tabby Caper - Part 2
Prepare yourself for the dazzling finale of The Tabby Caper! Join the ever-resourceful Victor Graves and the quirky Eddie Marino as they dive headfirst into the shadowy world of criminal intrigue, chasing whispers and clues in pursuit of a legendary feline with an eye watering ransom. Will our fearless adventurers outwit the rogues of the underground, or will this whiskered mystery prove to be their greatest challenge yet? The suspense is as thick as midnight fog, so grab your popcorn and follow along for a conclusion that promises surprises at every paw print!
30 Jul 2025
The Tabby Caper - Part 1
Perfect Face Productions brings you another original show from the days of detective stories! We introduce you to Victor Graves, a sharp-witted private eye, and Eddie “Slick” Marino, his nervous informant. In this episode, Vic and Eddie must work together to find a fancy feline who has been stolen and held for ransom. What secrets will they find in the city’s underbelly? Who can be behind such a dastardly plan? Tune into The Tabby Caper to find out!
13 Jun 2025
Perfect Face Productions - Speculations and Expectations-Ep.1
Hosts Fred and Rodney begin their comedic travel podcast with a visit to Washington, D.C., sharing their humorous thoughts on historical landmarks and questionable theories.
6 May 2025
Junkyard - by Clifford D. Simak
JUNKYARD was first published in the May 1953 issue of Galaxy Magazine before becoming a part of the Golden Age of radio. The story was adapted for the airways and was originally broadcast on February 22, 1956 on the X-1 show broadcasting on NBC radio.
JUNKYARD tells the tale of a spaceship crew exploring a planet they’ve spied from afar, and what looks to them to be an inexplicable pile of junk on the planet’s surface. They land to investigate. One by one the crew begins to exhibit memory loss, and soon can’t remember how to start the ship’s engines for take-off. The mystery becomes curiouser and curiouser, taking several unanticipated twists. Will the crew not only discover what is causing their memory loss, but be able to do so before they forget what they are attempting? One mystery leads to another in this cleverly imagined story.
As fans of science fiction, we chose JUNKYARD as our first show as it was one of the more intriguing science fiction scenarios we ran across during our initial Old Time Radio perusals. Plus, it gave two actors the chance to portray multiple interesting characters and research music as well as sound effects, which were something we hadn’t done before. We think you’ll enjoy this blast from the past as much as we did producing it and hopefully you’ll want to listen again to two guys with time on their hands doing something they love.
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