Episodes

Oct. 21, 2025

Fraud vs. Scam - Same Circus, Different Clowns

In this episode of Cranks Creek Life, we break down the real differences between fraud and scams - who's pulling the strings, how they hit your bank account, and why one might get you your money back while the other leaves yo...
July 9, 2025

Boilo at the Funeral

In this episode, Frank flies solo as he shares a childhood funeral experience that includes his first taste of boilo, an ethnic beverage once consumed by many Pennsylvania coal miners. He discusses a bit of the history of boi...
June 9, 2025

Part 3 - Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around P...
June 7, 2025

Part 2 - Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around P...
June 5, 2025

Part 1 of Great Musicians, Intimate Venues, and Quaint Towns

The Cranks kick off their second season with a three-part series exploring great musicians, intimate venues, and quaint towns. Join them as they start off by visiting Baltimore, followed by Pittsburgh, DC, and travel around P...
March 4, 2024

Dive Bars of South Central Pennsylvania

In their first episode, The Cranks discuss some of their favorite dive bars in South Central Pennsylvania. After discussing the definition of a dive bar, they chat about establishments across the area, and include commentary ...