Returning guest Brian Rodriguez joins Alex and Adam in the Raycreational Vehicle to chat about whether he’s watched Raymond since his last visit, the Raymond multiverse, and his magical meeting with Phil Rosenthal. Then, it’s time to go scene by scene through Season 2, Episode 13 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Civil Wars,” with talk of Alex’s favorite cold open of all time, John F. O’Donohue as Harry/Jeb, and the episode’s soft stance on the Civil War. Episode talk starts at 24:52! Brian hosts the...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Writer, actor, artist, & lover Mike Wirsch joins the Barone Boys to share how he met Ray, what he’s watching, and his pick for the sexiest Christmas song - fitting for the ensuing scene-by-scene breakdown of Season 2, Episode 12 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “All I Want for Christmas!” They cover Christine Cavanaugh’s appearance as Erin, homunculi, and the slightly kinky undertones that emerge in Ray and Debra’s sexual dynamic. Plus, Mike W shares the show’s second Ray Romano sighting (by a ci...
Jan 25, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 12
With the cash from their successful Tupperware party in hand, the Barone Boys consolidate their respective mayoral campaigns under the Tupperware Party banner. Then, Mike fills us in on Macron and Trudeau’s visit to Lynbrook, Alex continues to chase Santa’s endorsement, and Adam promises to look through his rolodex of at-risk youths to find a mentee for Pa Strami. After that, it’s time to go scene-by-scene through “The Letter,” Season 2, Episode 11 of Everybody Loves Raymond, from barnyard bingo...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The hiatus is over! The Barone Boys reconnect by catching up about their wintertime activities, like the promises Mike made at Geneva Convention II, Alex’s latest inroads with Santa, and Adam’s announcement of two of Father Strami’s running mates. Then, it’s time to break down Season 2, Episode 10 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “High School”, with spirited discussions about not-yet-special guest star Bob Odenkirk, the fate of Cool Guy, and the Hustle bringing our nation together. Episode talk start...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 10
The Barone Boys gather around a (definitely not stolen from Rockefeller Center) 30-foot Christmas tree to share their holiday travel plans and exchange some appropriate gifts. Then, it’s time to go scene-by-scene through Season 2 Episode 9 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “The Gift” - expect talk of the Fruit of the Month callback, the Flying Wallendas, and Ray’s final Baronmeter rating of 2022! Episode talk starts at 33:19! We’ll be (as the star of Feed the Beast once said) “on a break” until Januar...
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 9
The Barone Boys kick off with a reading from the only children’s book to survive the Lynbrook library fire before catching up about Mike’s call to the set of Get Out 2, Alex’s big bet on the Green Pages, and Adam’s next move in the aftermath of the Lynbrook Chip Fest. Then, it’s time to go scene-by-scene through Season 2, Episode 8 of Everbody Loves Raymond, “The Children’s Book,” covering Jackie Collins, Ray’s process, and Alex’s critique of Frank’s painting in the long-awaited second installme...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Unless some of Alex and Mike’s joint paper football press conference livestream accidentally ended up at the start of this episode, it kicks off with the latest in Mike’s living situation, Alex’s campaign breakfasts, and Adam’s work on the first annual Lynbrook Chip Fest ( context , context ). Then it’s time to go scene-by-scene through Season 2, Episode 7 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Working Late Again,” with talk of the surprising connection between Peter Boyle and special guest star Pat O’Bri...
Nov 30, 2022•1 hr 44 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Adam and Alex welcome new co-host Mike E (wink emoji) to the Raycreational vehicle for a spirited discussion about the witness protection program (unrelated), Alex’s campaign promise of a swoler Lynbrook, and Adam’s unsuccessful Enchantment Under the Sea dance for the RV people. Then, it’s time to talk about Season 2, Episode 6 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Anniversary.” Episode talk starts at 34:17! Pay what you want for access to the BarONUS zONUS! It’s an extra episode every month, and this mo...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Mike’s still missing after his backyard barbecue with the Flat Earth people, so returning champion and newly-minted husband Khalonji Bulluck joins Adam and Alex in the Winneraygo to give us an update on whether Raymond’s made it into his book yet, whether he’s kept up with the show since his last appearance, and most importantly, go scene-by-scene through Season 2, Episode 5 of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Golf.” They talk the surprisingly nuanced way this episode handles Ray’s mental health, the P...
Nov 16, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Before you listen to this episode, you must look at this picture and this picture . Commit them to memory. Then, listen along as the Barone Boys catch up about Adam’s park-crossed lovers, Mike’s concerning living situation, and Alex’s plan to give Lynbrook its very own Meet Dave. Plus, there’s 4 or 5 or 45 variations on the Marie Barone Funko Pop, Flat Only, and a political mystery box. After that, they go scene-by-scene through Season 2, Episode 4 of Everybody Loves Raymond, a very special epis...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Returning champion Alexa Madison (dear friend to Mike and Alex, dearest friend to Adam) catches up with the Raycreational Vehicle to air some domestic concerns, talk about cruise disasters and maritime tragedies, and reveal whether she’s kept in touch with Ray since her last appearance. Then, they go scene-by-scene through Season 2, Episode 3, covering nonpareils, asking your sibling to the movies, and the exact date and time Ray and Robert sit down to watch the game. Plus, there’s Billy talk, O...
Nov 02, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Before diving into “Father Knows Least,” the Barone Boys settle a dispute through active listening, learn about the underground economy at the RV park, and grapple with the Viagra of politics. Then, they go scene by scene through Season 2, Episode 2, covering Linda Kash, the chicken commercial, and, unfortunately for our inbox, parenting. Plus, Adam is nickeled as well as dimed, Alex seeks a prospective candidate, and Mike loses his mind. Episode talk starts at 36:02 (wow!) Pay what you want for...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 2
From their new mobile studio, the Winneraygo, the Barone Boys share what they’ve been up to since the Season 1 finale and commit to keeping their personal lives off mic. Then, it’s back to business with a scene-by-scene breakdown of Season 2, Episode 1, “Ray’s on TV”! Along the way, they touch on the aspect ratio (important!), the antigravity opening, and get hung up on Kevin again. Plus, Adam embraces the RV lifestyle, Alex flirts with politics, and Mike screams at us about Howie Rose. Episode ...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Before we return for Season 2, Adam & Alex announce some exciting business developments from the Madison Square Garden parking garage. Go to postfun.org/donate to pay what you want for access to monthly bonus episodes in the BarONUS zONUS! This month, we've brought to life a fan-written episode of Raymond - go check it out! Want more of the Barone Boys? Pay what you want for lifetime access to monthly bonus episodes in the BarONUS zONUS !...
Oct 12, 2022•12 min
Eager to pull the Big Prank, the Barone Boys flip the format and dive right into the Season 1 finale of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Why Are We Here?” As they break down the episode, they discuss the little guy who played Death, St. John’s University, and the space behind the stairs (again). Then, it’s time for the auction winner to arrive and press the button that will solve all of our problems. Who will it be? Will Duane Reade’s fireworks do the job? Will the Tower of Jokers be launched into spac...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 22
The mayor of Lynbrook, now firmly in the Jokers’ pockets, sends the Barone Boys a cease and desist. Thoroughly galled, they muckrake the mayor’s unfree and unfair elections, discover the Jokers’ ultimate goal, and tee up the endgame. After sharing the details of their hectic lives, they break down Season 1, Episode 21 of Everybody Loves Raymond, because that’s what this show is about. As they go scene-by-scene through “Fascinatin’ Debra,” they learn about Desmond Howard, recall some of Debra’s P...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Impractical Jokers Tower is climbing higher and higher across the street from the Barone Zone, so before the deep dive into “Neighbors,” first floor tenant Duane Reade comes by to air his grievances, describe his merchandise, and drop off some supplies for the Big Prank. After that, the Barone Boys break down Season 1, Episode 20 scene by scene, read multiple IMDb pages to cover the episode’s guest cast, and make Mike answer questions about Vatican II. Plus, Adam pronounces Treme wrong, Alex ref...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In an extreme return to form, the Barone Boys finally notice that something hasn’t been quite right with Alex since (our) episode 1.12, and call in some supernatural help from Theresa Caputo, the Long Island Medium. After taking care of paranormal business, Theresa asks our dear friend Valerie Blain (they have the same secretary!) to return to the Barone Zone to help the hosts break down Season 1, Episode 19 of Everybody Loves Raymond. As they go scene by scene through “The Dog,” they talk quite...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Everybody Loves Raymond writer/producer Steve Skrovan graciously talks to the Barone Boys about his time on the show and the story behind “Recovering Pessimist,” as well as some stories about the writing process, working with Larry David on Seinfeld, and having athletes as guest stars. Wow! After that, the friends try to remain accessible to any new listeners by doing a thoroughly normal scene by scene breakdown of Season 1, Episode 18. Along the way, they feel sorry for Robert, feel sorry for R...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Before breaking down Season 1, Episode 17 of Everybody Loves Raymond, the Barone Boys face some moral quandaries in a round of Scruples, realize they have no choice but to devote a BarONUS episode to a listener’s Raymembrance, and reveal the new tenant of the 48th floor of the Barone Zone. Then, they go scene by scene through “The Game,” discussing Beaches, Barnaby Jones, and the most controversial topic in ELR fandom: Gianni and the cable guy. Plus, Adam plays nearly a full minute of Jennifer L...
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Before diving into Season 1, Episode 16 of Everybody Loves Raymond, the Barone Boys unpack Mike’s big date with “Marie,” go all in on a listener’s Raymembrance, and issue a challenge related to a podcast milestone. Then, they go scene-by-scene through “Diamonds,” and along the way, learn all about Barry Bonds, nail down the year Ray and Debra got married, and give Ray props for some great physical comedy. Plus, Adam takes the time to explain what a Raymembrance is, Alex burns Ray to the ground, ...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week, host of High School Slumber Party and Uncle Francis’s Wine Cellar , Mets fan, and new friend Brian Rodriguez enters the Barone Zone to help the hosts break down Season 1, Episode 15 of Everybody Loves Raymond. They discuss Brian’s history with the TGIF lineup, which sitcom characters he’d like to see hook up, and watching failed pilots with a glass of Bordeaux. Then, they’re #Pumped to delve into “The Car,” covering that Bee Gees soundalike, Lisa Constantine’s powerful name, and how t...
Aug 10, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Robert may be the most attractive Barone, but who’s the most attractive man on Long Island? Pull into Newsstand Station as the hosts flip through Long Island Magazine’s 100 Sexiest People (number 1 will shock you) before breaking down Season 1, Episode 14 of Everybody Loves Raymond. As they go scene-by-scene through “Who’s Handsome?”, they welcome Monica Horan’s first appearance as Amy, confirm that Robert is superhuman, and continue to antagonize the police. Plus, Adam recounts Valentino’s fune...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Adam is away rescuing our special friend from the Lynbrook jailhouse, so Mike and Alex do their best to steer the ship, perform the theme song, and take care of business as they welcome improvisor, comedian, not-author, and dear friend Joseph Schneider into the Barone Zone to talk Season 1, Episode 13. They talk about Schneider’s working knowledge of Everybody Loves Raymond, cover his childhood love of Yes Dear, Just Shoot Me, and Hot in Cleveland, and issue a fairly suppressive disavowal. Then,...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 13
It’s Christmas in July as the Barone Boys unwrap Season 1, Episode 12 of Everybody Loves Raymond. First, Alex gifts us a tantalizing chapter of Raymond fan fiction, prompting Mike and Adam to frantically search the Barone Zone’s butler’s pantry for something to give him in return. Then, they break down “The Ball” scene by scene as Adam explains away our continuity errors, Alex eats the mustard, and Mike loves Frasier. Some special credits: This episode features a staged reading of this , which u...
Jul 20, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Continuing a long legacy of athletic excellence, the Barone Boys are breaking down Season 1, Episode 11 on this, a classic guestless episode. First, a listener’s Raymembrance prompts them to watch Patricia Heaton’s appearance on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” (#SeventyNickels). Then, they go scene by scene through “Captain Nemo,” discussing Robert’s heat resistance, whether Kevin and Doug Heffernan are the same person, and Ray receiving his reward in the kingdom of sex (not heaven). Plus, Adam...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 11
It’s a Robert-sized episode as theatrical impresario and dear friend Olivia Hartle joins the fellas in the rebuilt Barone Zone to break down Season 1, Episode 10. First, they discuss Olivia’s life with Raymond, Roseanne, and all manner of #Women. Then, they go scene by scene through “Turkey or Fish,” listen to some tap dancing, and describe real details about Lynbrook. Plus, Olivia takes over as the Sports Guy, Adam has Christ on the brain, Alex learns why a couch full of pantsless men is not ad...
Jul 06, 2022•2 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 10
This week, after a certain “piano man” puts the Barone Zone out of commission, Adam is forced to go off-site to interview musician, actor, and dear friend Keith Buxton about when, how, or if Raymond entered his life. They discuss Keith’s impressions of Season 1, Episode 9, which Barone he most identifies with, and of course, reveal their top 5 Eddie Murphy movies. After the break, the Barone Boys covertly meet at Lynbrook’s most square-jawed bar and grill, the Stallone Zone, to break down the fi...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr 50 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Author and dear friend Khalonji Bulluck enters the Barone Zone to help the fellas wade into the shallow end of the hellmouth that is Season 1, Episode 8 of Everybody Loves Raymond. First, Khalonji answers Question Zero, employs a puppet metaphor, and gives a tripartite review of “In-Laws.” Then, as they go scene-by-scene through the episode, they discuss Robert Culp and the Columboverse, the truly unhinged studio audience, and how Debra’s parents are really just nice people. Plus, Khalonji write...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Improviser and comedian Valerie Blain enters the #BaroneZone to help the friends break down Season 1, Episode 7, “Your Place or Mine?” They discuss Val’s absolute lack of familiarity with Ray, mention January 6th only slightly more than usual, and of course, break out the Baronmeter to measure Ray against the greats. As the ethics of Cerealgate loom large over the episode, Val says both “raw dogging” and “live nut,” Adam tries to remember if “Junior” is problematic, Alex spills the…salsa?…on Pet...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 7
