We're hitting the trails and talking about hiking, the popular hobby where you walk around outside for a while and try to avoid getting menaced by bears. We discuss our own hiking experiences that illustrate that we're not very good at hiking, but you should probably listen anyway. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Aug 16, 2020•1 hr 15 min
One of the worst things that can happen to a person is being abducted by aliens in the middle of the night while you’re just trying to get a good night’s sleep. This week we’re talking about alien abduction, something Tom is afraid of just about every night. Also we change up the format a bit this week and kick off the episode by solving a listener problem concerning a hobbyist lumberjack unwittingly terrorizing the old ladies of his neighborhood. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything vi...
Aug 09, 2020•1 hr 6 min
After covering the business side of Chipotle last week, we're finally talking about what everybody loves about the juggernaut fast casual chain: the delicious food that only occasionally makes their patrons violently ill. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 02, 2020•1 hr 11 min
The originator of the fast casual revolution: Chipotle. This week we’re going over their history and corporate governance, but it’s more fun than it sounds, cocaine is involved! Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 27, 2020•1 hr 11 min
It's the dawn of a new era! 5G technology will make our lives 1000x times better by making our mobile phones slightly faster. But what exactly is 5G? And why are some of the dumbest people on earth saying the craziest things about it? We explain everything, and also talk about the band Good Charlotte for a few minutes. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on ...
Jul 19, 2020•1 hr 15 min
People have got a lot of problems but luckily we’ve got a lot of solutions. This week we’ve dedicated ourselves to giving back and doing an all TNTSYP episode. We tackle a fireworks-related neighborhood app problem, a girlfriend with bad glasses, and a neighbor who wants to talk astrology and borrow other peoples’ cars. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on...
Jul 13, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Lather on up and join us for an in-depth discussion about showering. This week we talk about our own personal shower routines, the history of showers, and a baboon that worked on the railroad. Advertise on The Complete Guide to Everything via Gumball.fm For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 05, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Just when you thought 2020 couldn’t possibly get any worse, the world suffers another massive blow. Gone too soon: The Mighty Segway. 2001 - 2020. This week we discuss the gadget that Tom has never actually ridden as he tries to convince Tim to go 50/50 on buying one with him before it’s too late. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 28, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Science has done it again! They've finally figured out how to fry food without using oil, and what do they use instead? Air! Of all things. Wild stuff. There's one catch: these air fryers don't actually fry things. But they are a good way to quickly cook and heat up some garbage food, so naturally we're excited about them. Thanks to our sponsors this week: TRICO - Go to Wipers123.com and use promo code GUIDE at checkout and receive $10 off your next order or $40 or more. Sakara - They're offerin...
Jun 21, 2020•1 hr 7 min
We’re here to answer your burning questions about waterbeds. Are they just for creeps or do normals have them? How much do they weigh? Can you get seasick on them? Can you fill them with something other than water? We don’t shy away from any of these questions this week, plus we go over some important waterbed history so who knows, maybe you’ll learn a thing or two? For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Jun 14, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Black Lives Matter. Here are some ways you can help: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ --- Tim and Tom go and get frozen in a cryogenics lab, except instead of waking up in the far future they emerge 3 minutes later feeling like they nearly died. Also we solve an audience problem concerning a co-worker and Marika makes us prove who the real King of Chicago is. This show was recorded live before a studio audience in Chicago. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Lik...
Jun 07, 2020•1 hr 7 min
We overcome tremendous technical difficulties to bring to you and episode you probably don’t want: HBO Max. Come hear all of our thoughts about the newest streaming service that Tim and Tom share using Tom’s mom’s cable login. Also be sure to check out this week’s Patreon episode “The Great American Book Quiz” at patreon.com/completeguide For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Are you a teen that's bummed that you can't have your prom this year? Don't be! We'll explain why proms stink and share our own personal stories to prove it. Also, in this episode we talk a lot about waterbeds and hot tubs: two very cool things. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 25, 2020•1 hr 5 min
The future is here and it’s called “video conferencing.” While it may seem like a sci-fi fantasy, the technology to speak face-to-face across a “video screen” has actually been a reality for years now. But the rules of normal polite society are often thrown out the window by people too blown away by the mechanical marvel that is “video conferencing.” This week we’ll be going over the do’s and don’ts of this brave new world. Also we solve a listener’s problems with flies. For full-length weekly b...
May 18, 2020•1 hr 6 min
The 1980s were a seminal decade for delicious candy that was also pretty disgusting. It was also a pretty good decade for kids being just unsupervised enough to buy and eat whatever candy they wanted without their parents or guardians really caring. This week we discuss the candy we ate in the 80s, and we also decide to get really into Korean baseball. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
May 11, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Desperate times call for desperate measures. This week we talk about how to cut your own hair, from using the ol’ scissors to fancy new fangled gadgets like the Flowbee. Also Tom talks about his new ice cream machine. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Love it or hate it, it's time to face facts -- we all gotta sleep! Every day, if possible. This week we're discussing all the things that happen when we turn out the lights and go unconscious for several hours each night. Also, Tom explains a harrowing bathroom mishap. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Did we ever really land on the moon? Is the moon made out of green cheese? Does the moon even exist in the first place? Or is it a hologram or a hollow spaceship? All of these are perfectly valid ideas that we explore this week. Also, a discussion of how depressing network television is right now. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 19, 2020•1 hr 5 min
In an episode that's roughly 6-8 quibis long, we talk about the brand new streaming service that you have to watch on your phone. Enjoy this longbite in which we discuss the merits of a service that makes you pay for a bunch of short shows that aren't very good. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 13, 2020•1 hr 6 min
We’re taking our mind off our own problems by solving some other people’s problems this week. From co-workers covering the smell of poop with perfume to roommates not washing their hands we pretty much cover every type of problem there is currently facing the world. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Join Timmy and Tommy as we guide you through the hottest Nintendo game of the moment, Animal Crossing. It takes us a while to get to the point, but just go with it and you'll hear a funny story about Tom being the star of a drugs competition along the way. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 29, 2020•1 hr 5 min
We try to keep it light considering the circumstances, but this week we’re talking all about the newest fad that’s sweeping the globe: staying inside all the time. On this special remote edition we offer up our best tips as to how to keep from going stir crazy while staying safe. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 23, 2020•1 hr 12 min
This week we bring you just what everyone needs right now: a guy recounting more of his recent vacation. That's right, Tom went to Key West and all his exciting tales couldn't be contained in just one hour. So sit back and enjoy hearing more about what Key West, Florida has to offer. This episode is sponsored by Sakara. Our listeners can get 20% off their first order when they go to sakara.com/guide or enter code GUIDE at checkout. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreo...
Mar 15, 2020•1 hr 7 min
This week Tom goes on vacation and you the listener gets to come along! Actually he went on vacation last week, but he’s back to tell you all about his week of fun in the sun in Key West, Florida. Mostly it’s about going on a ghost hunting tour. Okay, it’s entirely about going on a ghost hunting tour but that’s because Tom caught evidence of a REAL GHOST on camera. Next week we’ll he’ll discuss the rest. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on...
Mar 08, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Mornings. Literally everybody hates them, but they come every single g.d. day and there's nothing we can do about it. This week we share the morning routines we follow to try to make that time of day less terrible and talk about what successful people recommend. Plus, Tom becomes obsessed with a trashy reality TV show. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 02, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Milk, milk, milk, it's all anyone can talk about anymore. But between cow's milk, almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, oat milk, and more how can you choose? I'll tell you how, by listening to this episode entitled simply "Milk." Also a frank and honestly overdue talk about Werther's Originals. Lastly we solve a problem involving mistaken identity in the workplace. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast....
Feb 23, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Hey, we were all kids once, and what do kids love to do? That's right, play games. And where do they play these games? Duh, on the grounds literally named for all the playing that's done on them (playgrounds). This week we cover a bunch of games. Do we talk about every single playground game? Of course not. That would be ridiculous. But we do the big ones: hide and seek, tag, freeze tag, TV tag, capture the flag, cops and robbers, and pretty much all the other hits, as well as some cooler, under...
Feb 16, 2020•1 hr 5 min
Valentine’s Day is coming up and you’re probably wondering where to go on a date with your significant other. Have no fear, because romance experts Tim and Tom are here to tell you about all the different types of dates there are as well as some ideas for dates for cheapskates. Also we talk about pooping your pants but it’s unrelated. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Feb 10, 2020•1 hr 4 min
You know him as the handsome man from all the films, but you also know him as a guy who can look cool while eating an apple. That's right, this week we're talkin' Brad Pitt. From young hunk, to Hollywood elder statesman who is also a hunk, we cover his on and off screen life. We also discover a strange short film that cost $70 million to produce. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Feb 02, 2020•1 hr 8 min
A place of fun, fantasy and french fries: McDonaldland! This week we’re talking about the magical place that a corporation invented to sell poison to children. Also Tom spends over 5 hours in a theatre to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. Gumball is the marketplace for advertisers to buy host-read ads directly from podcasters. To learn more visit gumball.fm/guide Sakara’s organic, ready-to-eat meals are made with with powerful plant-based ingredients, and they are designed to bo...
Jan 27, 2020•1 hr 3 min
