#4358 Tis The Treason
TBTL Friendo Cassie swings by to tell us about the time her family stole a Christmas tree…and what happened when the cops showed up.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 4358
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#4357 Rutabaga #5
Luke and Andrew celebrate the life (and lies?) of The Amazing Kreskin, whom Andrew is just learning about. They also wonder why nobody is booking Stefan Fatsis to talk about the Justin Tucker's kicking issues. And they discuss the man who recently won the world Spanish Scrabble tournament, even though he doesn't speak spanish.
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 4357
#4356 Routing Interest
Andrew is excited by a "Spotify Wrapped" for local bus routes. Luke's eye is beginning to heal, but looks nastier than ever. And they carefully break down all the bumper stickers on the back of an SUV that Andrew snapped a photo of this weekend.
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 4356
#4355 We're Going To Need A Bigger Eye Clamp
Luke finally had his eye surgery today, but he wasn't allowed to record the procedure. But don't worry, he shares all the details, including the ones Andrew doesn't want to hear. They also discuss the arrest of the man suspected of killing a health insurance exec in broad daylight.
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 4355
#4354 Somebody (Barry) Somewhere (Manhattan, Kansas)
TBTL Friendo Broadcast Barry travelled 9 hours to Manhattan, Kansas this weekend to hang out with the cast of Somebody, Somewhere. He joins Luke and Andrew to tell the tale. Plus, Luke's eye saga continues and continues…but is there maybe an end in sight?
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 4354
#4353 It's Not A Krang!
Luke's swollen eye infection -- which is not filled with pus! -- made things difficult on the set of a CBS shoot yesterday. He's now hoping for some kind of medical resolution today, possibly with the help of Jeremy Renner. He and Andrew also discuss the dark, bizarre case of the mystery man who assassinated a health insurance exec in broad daylight -- and how people are reacting online.
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 4353
#4352 "It's Not Right!"
A brand new grocery store opened in Andrew's neighborhood yesterday, leading him on an adventure that can best be described as a rollercoaster of emotion punctuated by some good old fashioned stampy-ness.
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 4352
#4351 Flock My Life
Luke and Andrew are both hot off respective trips to the doctor's office, where Andrew advocated for himself and Luke met the coolest doctor in the world. Andrew also finally has a bucket list item and a gripe about neighborhood road signs.
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 4351
#4350 Bandying About Benny Blanco
Turns out, both Andrew and Becca are internet celebrities this week while Luke…sadly is not. But Luke will be under the bright lights later this week, which is a problem, given his worsening eye situation.
Dec 03, 2024•59 min•Ep. 4350
#4349 That's Jared!
Luke is delighted by a young NBA player who is singing Tiky-Toky songs and painting his nails and being who he wants to be. Andrew offers a review of The Penguin. And Russell Wilson's cringy "Mr. Unlimited" character may get the last laugh after all?
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 4349
#4348 Persuadable Emus
Luke and Andrew team-up with Lindy and Meagan of Text Me Back for the long-awaited return of their podcasting supergroup best known as "TMBTL Of The Dog." They discuss Lindy's new animal shelter gig, Meagan's "lil buggies", Luke's political yard signs, and Andrew's rat problem (and how he plans to not help solve it.)
Nov 29, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 4348
#4347 Now I Have A Turkey, Ho Ho Ho
Luke and Andrew try and fail to compare the Thanksgiving Holiday to an action movie. They also take a moment or two to compare food-loaf notes.
Nov 28, 2024•47 min•Ep. 4347
#4346 The Cold Stove League
People keep sending Luke a video of a comedian making fun of something he works on…leading him to question the thickness of his skin. Andrew, meanwhile, needs help turning a former A's fan into a Mariners fan.
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 4346
#4345 It Smells Like A 24 Hour Fitness That Hasn't Been Cleaned In 25 Hours
Luke has been practicing piano, and he has the tape to prove it…but can he be vulnerable enough to share that tape with us? He and Andrew also discuss buying the naming rights to one of Seattle's premiere NFL practice facilities.
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 4345
#4344 Who Is Spiro Crow?
A vexing billboard has reappeared in Andrew's neighborhood. Luke went to the movies this weekend and made a big mess. And listeners help Luke be "more right" the next time he explains the origins of "Skid Row."
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 4344
#4343 Can You Separate The Les From The Nessman?
Luke and Andrew find themselves critiquing a new ad campaign, old TV sitcoms featuring teachers, and something Andrew believes is an homage to Twisted Sister (although he's been wrong before.)
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 4343
#4342 Hey, I'm Knittin' Here!
Andrew has a much-anticipated update on his plumbing situation at home, while Luke is hoping to have minor eye surgery this afternoon. They also discuss LeBron James' decision to quit social media and whether or not they are to blame.
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 4342
#4341 The Worm Has Turned
Luke and Andrew both survived a night of major winds and power outages in the region, but now Andrew is bracing for a visit from the plumber who may have good news or bad news about his sewage system. Plus, a Seattle sushi restaurant has shut down after the internet accused it of serving fish with worms in it.
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 4341
#4340 Going Too American With Your Gothic
Andrew overheard a conversation this weekend that was so relevant to his interests, he wonders if it might have been a trap. He and Luke also prepare for "bomb cyclone" headed their way, and an update on Razzlekhan, the self-styled crypto-currency rapper who's headed to prison.
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 4340
#4339 Charlatan Chew
Luke and Andrew call on the StuBot to settle a bet regarding a Mariner's pitcher of yesteryear. They also discuss the sweet snack treats of their youth, and how Bluesky continues to Bluesky.
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 4339
#4338 Equal To Or Less Than Jake
Luke is concerned about his favorite news network after seeing a (somewhat misleading?) headline in the Times today. He and Andrew also discuss this weekend's boxing match between two terrible human beings. And they're apparently nowhere near finished talking about closet organization techniques.
Nov 15, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 4338
#4337 "I Believe I Proved That With Centaur Mountain"
Luke is enjoying his time on the Bluesky app, and is finding a lot of old, weird friends there from his Twitter days. He and Andrew also discuss "Babydog," the English Bulldog who's been banned from the Senate floor.
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 4337
#4336 The Fast And The Guy Fieriest
Luke and Andrew (finally) discuss their individual attempts at closet organization, and why it seems to be a never ending struggle. They also listen to the absolutely charming, absolutely Midwest voicemail that Bon Iver's neighbor left for the musician.
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 4336
#4335 Frankie, My Dear, I Don't Give A Damn
Frankie Valli insists he's not lip synching on stage, but a fascinating investigation by the Washington Post begs to differ.
Nov 12, 2024•57 min•Ep. 4335
#4334 Don't Tell MALM The Babysitter's Dead
Luke has some new life goals, one of which might have been inspired by an Instagram ad. He also presents a new segment called "Basketball Funny Side Up", in which he regales Andrew with some knee-slapping moments from the NBA court.
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 4334
#4333 Not To Breg
Luke is dealing with a cold that seems to be getting worse. Andrew takes advantage of the situation by filibustering on his broken furnace, his plans to attend the Great Junk Hunt, and his fight with the bill collectors who have erroneously targeted him.
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 4333
#4332 Sawdust And Swedish Meatballs
Andrew witnessed some astounding social behavior involving seat-saving at a concert last night that he'd like Luke to weigh-in on. Luke is trying to detox from the 24/7 news addiction he developed during the election season. And one very young TBTL listener has a plan to fix the country.
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 4332
#4331 Stan By Me
Luke and Andrew (once again) sort through their feelings after another disheartening election night in America.
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 4331
#4330 TSK: Time Spent Kissing
Luke and Andrew emotionally brace themselves for election night 2024 by sharing their feelings and playing a new word game that Andrew is newly obsessed with.
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 4330
#4329 A King Size Bed In A Queen Size Room
Andrew momentarily forgets that he's podcasting and spends much too much time talking about doormats. More importantly, he and Luke look back at the extraordinary life and career of Quincy Jones. And Ed Sheeran wins a copyright lawsuit accusing him of borrowing too heavily from Lets Get It On.
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 4329
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