The Hammer and Nigel Show

Just a good ole’ boy… John Schneider may be best known for tearing up Hazzard County behind the wheel of the General Lee, as one of the “Duke boys,” Bo Duke from The Dukes of Hazzard. However, Schneider later went on to star as Jonathan Kent in Smallville, and has built a successful country music […]

NO SPOILERS HERE! Sequels are always a gamble. Hammer and Nigel knew that before watching Happy Gilmore 2, which premiered this weekend on Netflix. Adam Sandler’s cult classic finally has a sequel after almost 30 years. Happy Gilmore 2 had over 70 different cameos from comedians, musicians, and of course golfers. It follows the Sandman’s […]

Gov. Mike Braun stopped by the Hammer and Nigel studio to talk earnestly about if the state needs to get involved in solving the crime and violence problem in the capital city. After the mass shooting Fourth of July weekend, killing two teenagers and injuring five others, there has been an outpour of concern for […]

Attorney General Todd Rokita stopped by the Hammer and Nigel Show to talk about Indy’s crime problem, the death penalty, and more. The AG discussed Rokita to discuss pressing issues affecting public safety and law enforcement across the state. As downtown Indianapolis grapples with rising crime and concerns over whether local leadership is doing enough, […]

“No laughing matter.” Nothing ruins a serious rebrand than an accidental acronym, especially when it comes to toilet humor. The Toronto fare inspectors have been putting forth a real effort to look more professional in the public eye. They typically wear yellow jackets when helping passengers navigate public transportation in the Toronto area. However, they […]

The rock world truly felt a sadness like no other with the news of the passing of the Prince of Darkness, legendary Ozzy Osbourne. His family announced his death Tuesday. The Hammer and Nigel was joined by a voice that’s been a trusted companion for rock fans— friend of Indy and the show, Laura Steele! […]

As the U.S. Department of Education begins a historic transition following President Trump’s directive to dismantle the agency, Education Secretary Linda McMahon is turning her focus toward the heartland. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon stopped by Purdue University Wednesday to meet with Gov. Mike Braun, Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner, and other educational […]

“There’s no better city in the world for hosting major events than Indianapolis.” Joey Graziano, Executive vice president of strategy and new business ventures for Pacers Sports & Entertainment joined The Hammer and Nigel Show to talk about how Indy is ready to host the best WNBA All-Star weekend on record. Here in Indy, we […]

The perfect news story does exist! You would think a story about a mountain lion roaming through the suburbs of Chicago would be a headline, but in this case, it’s a local eyewitness that is going viral. Chicago’s ABC News 7 ran a story about a mountain lion being spotted through a local neighborhood. However, […]

50 Funny Political “Would You Rather” Questions Politics can often feel like a serious, high-stakes game, but who says we can’t inject a little humor into the mix? Whether you’re hosting a debate-themed party, breaking the ice at a political event, or just looking for a good laugh, these funny “Would You Rather” questions are […]

A new study has found the top industries in the U.S with the happiest hourly employees. The Deputy’s annual Shift Pulse Report is based on over 1.5 million end-of-shift surveys through the last year. Interestingly enough, according to the report, 78.48% of shift workers across the country feel positive about their jobs. So what industries […]

The Indianapolis City County Council is looking to issue a city -wide curfew for young Hoosiers following the mass shooting downtown over the Fourth of July. The proposal would make it unlawful for teens between 15 – 17 years old to be in public after 5pm on Friday/Saturday nights and after 9pm Sunday – Thursday. […]