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The Complete Guide to Everything

The Complete Guide to Everythingtcgte.com
A weekly podcast for knowledge about anything and everything. From North Korea to Nicolas Cage, Tim and Tom leave no stone unturned in their humble quest to make the world a more informed place. Put away the encyclopedia four-eyes because this may just be the last resource you'll ever need. Wikipedia, consider yourselves on warning.

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Episodes

Logan / Wolverine

This week we’re talking about a man so famous they made an entire movie about him. The movie and man in question? Logan, aka Wolverine. Also this week we talk butts on Instagram, MGM Studios, American Gladiators, children meeting Darth Vader, Tom’s replies to emails, and Rosario Dawson.This week's episode is sponsored by ZipRecruiter. Post jobs for free at ZipRecruiter.com/FIRST.This episode is sponsored by Blue Apron. Get your first three meals free, with free shipping, by going to blueapron.co...

Mar 12, 20171 hr 4 min

Hats

Hats. We all wear 'em but what do we REALLY know about them? This week we're talkin' all things hats, including unveiling our official, scientific list of Top Ten Hats. 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 06, 20171 hr 6 min

Exoplanets

This week we're talking all about the latest discovery from NASA and it ain't that girls go to Jupiter to get more stupider. It's that there's a bunch of planets nearby that we totally didn't even notice until just now. Are they habitable? How long will it take to get to them? All of these questions and more are answered in the vaguest terms possible. Also Tom shaves his head by accident and we solve a listener problem concerning not having enough work to do at work. We're coming to SXSW in Aust...

Feb 27, 20171 hr 1 min

Presidents

This week, because it's Presidents' Day, we're talking about American presidents. There's no way this could go off the rails, right? Also, we talk about Popeye, Billy Joel and Voltron, as one would expect when discussing American history. 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....

Feb 20, 20171 hr 5 min

Looney Tunes

Looney Tunes! Merry Melodies! They're two different things! That's just one of the many thing you'll learn in this episode. Granted, we don't discuss what the differences are but it's been a long week, what do you want from us?Also we solve a listener problem from a bartender concerning their fellow bartender's terrible fake New England accent.If that's not enough, we also announce that we're coming to SXSW in Austin, Texas on March 11! Tickets are on sale now at tcgte.com/tour For full-length w...

Feb 13, 20171 hr 5 min

Snapchat

Want to know more about the hottest app all the kids are using? You've come to the right place! Listen to two men in their 30s try to explain Snapchat. Also: Tom has a soup-related announcement, we have questions about McDonaldland and we solve a problem from a listener who had her package stolen from a post office. 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....

Feb 06, 20171 hr 14 min

Soup

The episode that everyone has been asking for: Soup. Nature's wettest food. Is it really just food mixed with water, or something more? You'll find out all about that and MORE in this week's episode. 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....

Jan 30, 20171 hr 5 min

The Circus

This week we talk about the most important thing in the news right now: the end of the Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus. But that's not all: we talk about clowns, we talk about elephants, we talk about trapeze artists, we talk about lion tamers... we cover it all! Also, Tom shares some info he learned about the Super Mario Bros movie and as always, the conversation turns to Tom Hanks. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple P...

Jan 23, 20171 hr 8 min

Food Network

This week we're talking about everyone's favorite TV channel to put on when they can't find anything to watch that isn't HGTV, that's right the Food Network. Tim tries to understand what the plot of Cooks vs. Cons is while Tom tries to wrap his head around how big the supermarket in Supermarket Sweep is. 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....

Jan 16, 20171 hr 2 min

Becoming A Vegetarian

In this episode, Tim talks about his recent decision to stop eating meat and Tom talks about how much he hates animals. We go through the top 10 reasons to become a vegetarian and have a frank discussion about the rocker Tommy Lee. Also, Tom has a bizarre experience at a screening of a Star Wars movie.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Start your free trial today at squarespace.com and enter offer code GUIDE to get 10% off your first purchase. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check o...

Jan 08, 20171 hr 8 min

Winter

Winter is coming! Ha ha, just like that famous book and television show. Just kidding though, because winter is already here! This week we're talking about the coldest of the seasons for all the wrong reasons; that's right, winter. 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....

Jan 02, 20171 hr 7 min

Being An Adult (LIVE!)

Earlier this year we went to London, England and recorded a live show called "Being An Adult" and as a special holiday treat we're releasing it to you, a person who probably wasn't in London that night. Special thanks to the wonderful folks at Kings Place (especially Zoe!) who let us be a part of the 2016 London Podcast Festival. 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....

Dec 26, 20161 hr 28 min

Toys

It's the holiday season, and you know what that means... TOYS! Toys for everyone! This week we discuss all the toys that are worth spending all your free time playing with. Also, Tom has a terrifying series of nightmares and we rave about garbage chutes. 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....

Dec 18, 20161 hr 7 min

Going on Tour with Jeff Rosenstock

This week we have special guest star Jeff Rosenstock in the studio to tell us all about his glamourous rock n' rock lifestyle. Also we solve a lighthearted problem concerning whether or not to marry someone. 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....

Dec 12, 20161 hr 15 min

Cowboys

What's the deal with cowboys? I mean, most of them appear to be full-grown men, not boys, and they certainly aren't cows. Come on, people!This week we talk about what cowboys actually do and how we'd fare out on the range. We also discuss the death of the creator of the Big Mac. 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....

Dec 05, 20161 hr 3 min

David Blaine

Magic, magic, magic! This week we’re talking about David Blaine, a real magician’s magician. Also one of the few magicians that Tim and Tom have waved at IN PERSON. Hear all about that as well as all of his amazing feats of endurance in this week’s episode.This episode is brought to you by MVMT Watches. Get 15% off today - WITH FREE SHIPPING and FREE RETURNS—by going to mvmtwatches.com/guide. Join the MVMT!If you haven’t heard of them before, Harry's was started by two best friends – Jeff and An...

Nov 28, 20161 hr 12 min

Nintendo Entertainment System

Just in time for the release of the new NES Classic Edition, we talk about the beloved NES game system. Which games were the best? Which games were just for the scummy kids? How the heck did the gun for Duck Hunt work? We show our age and cover it all this week. We also talk about people freaking out about Daylight Savings Time and solve a problem from a listener who doesn't want to commute with her annoying coworker. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the sh...

Nov 20, 20161 hr 7 min

Tom Hanks

Boy, what a week. That's why we've decided to try our best to keep our minds off it for at least an hour and talk about the one thing everyone in this world can agree on: Tom Hanks. Starting with movies that aren't even made yet and going all the way back to the beginning, we talk about literally every movie Tom Hanks has ever been in. 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 inform...

Nov 14, 20161 hr 15 min

Clowns

This week we do some clowning around, and discuss a topic thats sometimes funny but usually scary: clowns. We also talk about our potential new hotel business and solve a problem from a listener who works at a toy store! 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....

Nov 07, 20161 hr 8 min

Poltergeists

This week we're talking all about things that go bump in the night. Well, not all things. We're mostly just talking about poltergeists, which Tim wants to make very clear that he is not afraid of. 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....

Oct 31, 20161 hr 5 min

Myths and Legends - Werewolves

It's a spooktacular Halloween-ish episode, we discuss werewolves, the hairiest of all the mythical monsters. How do you avoid becoming a werewolf? How do you kill a loved one if they become a werewolf? We'll answer those questions and more! Also, we solve a couple problems. 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....

Oct 24, 20161 hr 1 min

Yosemite

This week Tim and Tom go hiking in the nation's largest national park: Yosemite. Learn all about hiking, nature and almost dying alone in the woods! 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....

Oct 17, 20161 hr 11 min

Left Handedness

This week we discuss the sinister implications of using the devil's dominant hand: the left hand. A lot of solid scientific research went into determining the evils of left handedness, and we'll use all of it. All of it. 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....

Oct 10, 20161 hr 2 min

Appetizers

This week we're talking apps and NOT the kind you might find on a modern smartphone! No, we're talking about the original apps: appetizers. The things you eat to appetize before a big meal. You know, like chicken fingers and stuff. This episode is brought to you by MVMT Watches. 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....

Oct 03, 20161 hr 3 min

Fall TV Preview 2016 - Part 2

This week brings the thrilling conclusion to Tim and Tom's discussion of the new fall TV schedule. We talk Empire, South Park, Lethal Weapon and some other stuff. Also, we solve a problem from a blacksmith (really). 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....

Sep 25, 20161 hr 6 min

Fall TV Preview 2016

This week, Tim and Tom scheme to become hulking muscle men. They also discuss some of the new and returning TV shows coming this fall. What shows? Well, shows like Supernatural, Westworld, Jane The Virgin, Kevin Can Wait, Big Bang Theory, Who’s The Boss, Dancing with the Stars, Ladder Matches, Supergirl, Night Court rumors, Dr. Phil, Designated Survivor. There’s also a little Edward Snowden talk. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple P...

Sep 18, 20161 hr 8 min

iPhone 7

Apple announced the iPhone 7 this week (and some other stuff) and we talk about it as we are wont to do. We also discuss the latest Taylor Swift news and solve a problem from a listener who can't get her partner to listen to the same music as her. 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....

Sep 11, 20161 hr 13 min

MTV VMA 2016

Welcome to this week's episode of Teen Talk, the only show where two men in their mid-thirties talk about all the cool stuff teens are into.This week Tom watched the MTV Video Music Awards and wasn't nearly as confused as he thought he'd be. 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....

Sep 04, 20161 hr 5 min

Burger King

This week we talk about Burger King, an episode we were shocked we haven't done before. Obviously there's a lot of Whopper talk, but we also discuss some lesser-known menu items for all you fast food hipsters. Also, Tim wants to spy on a contractor and we solve a problem from someone who wants some driving tips.Blue Apron knows that when you cook with incredible ingredients, you make incredible meals, so they set the highest quality standards for their community of artisanal suppliers, family-ru...

Aug 26, 20161 hr 13 min

Alien Superstructure

Have we possibly found an alien civilization almost 1,500 light years away? That’s what some scientists are saying, and if you can’t trust scientists who can you trust? This week we’re talking about the famous vacuum cleaner man Dyson and his sphere, which collects energy for a star.We also hear from a woman named Becky who asks for advice about how to get people to stop calling her Becky. For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon! Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts...

Aug 21, 20161 hr 7 min
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