Podcast
TBTL - Too Beautiful To Live
TBTL (Too Beautiful to Live, if you were curious) is a daily weekday podcast from Luke Burbank and co-host/producer Andrew Walsh. It is about life. It is about current events. It is about popular culture. It is about Luke’s weight on that day. Luke, who also hosts the popular Live Wire variety show, started TBTL as a radio program in 2008 before transitioning to the world of podcasts in 2009. Luke, Andrew, and their loyal fans have been going strong ever since.
Episodes
#3051 Hungry, Hungry HIPAA
Dec 11 2019
Luke takes his eye problem to the doctor's office, where he's in for a surprise. Meanwhile, Andrew takes his first rollerblading lesson, and someone is gluing hats onto pigeons in Vegas. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
No Point Conversion: Raaams, Daniel!
Dec 10 2019
Luke and Andrew look back at the Seahawks' loss to the Rams and the Browns' ugly win over Cincinnati.
#3050 Honey I Shrunk The Couch
Dec 10 2019
Luke has something very weird going on with his eyes, and it might be Travis Bickle's fault. Plus, Michael Rappaport's moose gag goes viral, and Wal-Mart stops selling sweaters featuring a coked-out Santa. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3049 Hunky Dad's Be Trippin'
Dec 09 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss bananas and their place in the art world. Plus, Luke's having some major laundry issues, and he has a great idea for a new (related) invention. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#3048 B-B-Blockin' Out The Skaters!
Dec 06 2019
An anonymous roller rink insider calls in, and Luke and Andrew discuss Hillary Clinton's Stern Show interview. . . . Today's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Visit HelloFresh.com/TBTL80 and enter the code TBTL80 to get $80 off your first month.
#3047 The Beard Of A Much Younger Man
Dec 05 2019
Luke is expecting to see TBTL on some "Best of the Decade" podcast lists. Or else. Plus, Andrew confronts an awkward social situation head-on. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3046 Stock Home Syndrome
Dec 04 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss whether it's okay to call Baby Yoda "Baby Yoda" if he's not really Baby Yoda. Plus, TV remote controls and how they relate to middle age. And a listener offers an intriguing counterpoint vis-a-vis Silk Stalkings. . . . Today's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Visit HelloFresh.com/TBTL80 and enter the code TBTL80 to get $80 off your first month.
No Point Conversion: Accidental Volleyball Edition
Dec 03 2019
Luke and Andrew break down the Seahawk's win over Minnesota and the Browns' continued misery.
#3045 Impossible Beef On Weck
Dec 03 2019
A TV commercial for a stationary bike (or "motionless bike" in Andrew's parlance) is angering the internet. Plus, Luke shares a behind-the-scenes text chain involving Seahawks football plans and disc golf. And listener Rachel shares her incredible "Denver Dossier" in an attempt to lure TBTL to her town. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3044 Roll The Pain Away
Dec 02 2019
Andrew has joined the much-celebrated inline skating community. Plus, Tesla drivers find a way to sleep behind the wheel of a moving car using an orange. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3043 Yass Se Puede!
Nov 29 2019
A TBTL listener calls-in to talk about the time she learned a surprising lesson about soap. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.
#3042 Happy Blursgiving!
Nov 28 2019
Luke tests and reviews his many meatless options for today's Thanksgiving feast. Meanwhile, Andrew celebrates Thanksgiving with a bunch of friends, but it is not a "friendsgiving." ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3042 Happy Blursgiving!
Nov 28 2019
Luke tests and reviews his many meatless options for today's Thanksgiving feast. Meanwhile, Andrew celebrates Thanksgiving with a bunch of friends, but it is not a "friendsgiving." ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3041 Do I Say "Cameo" Funny?
Nov 27 2019
Luke introduces Andrew to the somewhat lucrative, somewhat awkward world of Cameo videos. Plus, Luke and Andrew are now Bitmoji Brothers, thus starting a bold new phase of their lives and their friendship. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Zola. Visit Zola.com/tbtl to get $50 toward your wedding registry.
#3040 Gravy Men And Butter People
Nov 26 2019
The disgraced Papa John gave an interview and made some bold proclamations about his pizza intake. Plus, They also stroll down memory lane and look back at all the craziness that went into 2010's "TBTL Summer Slam" shows. And they play a little Voicemail Roulette. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.
No Point Conversion: In For A Penny
Nov 25 2019
Luke and Andrew recap this weekend's important wins by the Seahawks and Browns. They also discuss Aaron Rodgers' facial expressions and the Astros' unbelievable cheating scandal.
#3039 Err On The Side Of Kookiness
Nov 25 2019
Luke and Andrew recently realized it's not okay to use "O.K." in work emails -- at least according to younger generations. TBTL Friendo (and colleague) Kiki Lolo joins the show to help explain the preferred "kk" response. Plus, Luke witnesses an airport bathroom miracle. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3038 Gatorade Is Thicker Than Water
Nov 22 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss the latest Downeaster Alexa sighting, whether Rick and Morty are based on "brick and mortar", who will win their fantasy football match-up this weekend, whether Miles Garrett was the victim of a racial slur before his violent on-field outburst, their embarrassing, aborted attempts to be Serious Writers as young men, a weird song by Land of the Loops, an even weirder truck from Elon Musk, Music for Your Weekend, and whether or not Luke is going to get kicked out of his hot...more
#3037 Grand Old Wag
Nov 21 2019
Luke discovers that his dog has a secret best friend, which makes him feel some feelings. Meanwhile, Andrew is finally realizing that he actually went to Australia last summer. And Luke discovers TikTok. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBokk.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
#3036 Ed Nearan
Nov 20 2019
Andrew's latest attempt to keep cars out of bike lanes doesn't end particularly well., but it does lead to a fascinating segment about Kidz Bop Karen. Plus, Luke is missing an airline receipt, which could lead to some lighter paychecks for him in the future. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Grove Collaborative. Visit Grove.co/tbtl to get a free $30 Mrs. Meyer's gift set with your first order.
#3035 Slightly Vertently
Nov 19 2019
Andrew accuses Luke of cyberbullying, while Luke deals with some cyberbullying of his own. Plus, Andrew's garbage paranoia helps out during Luke's interview with Alanis Morissette. And Luke discovers the Best Diner In The World, which he plans on buying with Andrew. Or Alanis maybe. ... Today's show is sponsored by Ethos Life Insurance. Visit EthosLife.com/tbtl toget started.
#3034 Definitely Sag Eligible
Nov 18 2019
Luke and Andrew try to avoid Top Stories by focusing on the minutiae of TV commercials and satellite radio. Also, turns out Cuyahoga Clam Bakes are quite real, and a listener wants to know why. ... Today's show is sponsored by Earnest. Visit Earnest.com/tbtl to get a $100 bonus on a private student loan
#3033 Rolo Tony Browns Frown
Nov 15 2019
Phyllis P-Fletch Fletcher stops by to talk about her public radio stardom and Andrew's disgust with last night's violent football debacle in Cleveland. Plus, Rod Stewart's been holding onto a delightful secret for almost 25 years. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Boll & Branch . Use the promo code TBTL at BollAndBranch.com to get $50 off your first set of sheets.
#3032 Grand Carsony
Nov 14 2019
A Russian airline passenger is punished for bringing his slightly overweight cat onto an airplane. Luke and Andrew do NOT approve of this punishment! They also try to figure out the best NFL colors for casual attire. (Btw, the title of today's show refers to the fact that SiriusXM removed the Johnny Carson channel from their lineup, something that is only barely mentioned on today's show. We had trouble coming up with a better title today.) . . . Today's show is sponsored by Zazzle. Visit Zazzl...more
#3031 Phenomenal G-I-Fs
Nov 13 2019
Today on the show we meet Mary, an active member of the TBTL community who's never heard even one episode of the show...until now. Plus, the roll-out of Disney+ does not go as smoothly as Mickey Mouse had hoped. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Boll & Branch . Use the promo code TBTL at BollAndBranch.com to get $50 off your first set of sheets.
No Point Conversion: Happy Little Footballs
Nov 12 2019
Luke and Andrew recap last night's sensational Seahawks / 49ers game and the Browns' victory over Buffalo.
#3030 Unrelentingly Calm
Nov 12 2019
Andrew regrets his behavior during last night's Seahawks game, reminding Luke of times he's lost control (and almost lost friends) due to his fandom. Plus, scientists discover a teeny, tiny, itsy-bitsy deer that they thought was extinct. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
#3029 Carry On My Midnight Cowboy
Nov 11 2019
Hollywood power broker and TBTL Friendo Win Rosenfeld joins the show to defend Billy Joel's music.. . . Today's show is sponsored by Zazzle. Visit Zazzle.com/tbtl to receive 20% off.
#3028 Sneeze Out Your Problems
Nov 08 2019
Luke got a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Alanis Morissette's new musical, and he's blown away. Then the listeners dazzle us with disgusting tales of finding rhinoliths in their children's bodies in this week's Email Frenzy! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3027 Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Become Scatmen
Nov 07 2019
Luke and Andrew pay tribute to their friend Bean Baxter, who's retiring after 30 years of iconic LA radio. Plus, actors are FREAKING OUT over plans to include a computer recreation of James Dean as the star of a new film. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3026 Lowes To The Left Of Me, Applebee's To The Right
Nov 06 2019
Luke joins the show from Chillicothe, Missouri, where apparently sliced bread was invented. Meanwhile, Andrew continues his fight with North Carolina over their "First in Flight" designation. Plus Luke discovers a Billy Joel song that lands him in some hot water, and Andrew has a new favorite GIF, but doesn't know what to do with it. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3025 Thag Is Not Doing Well
Nov 05 2019
After a brief half-decade hiatus, the popular segment "What Are You Doing Here?" is back! Luke and Andrew check-in with listener Lindsey, who's been listening to TBTL while she's out hiking the Appalachian Trail. Plus, the Walshelm Scream makes it into another professional production! . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
No Point Conversion: Hello, Mr. Hollister!
Nov 04 2019
Luke and Andrew celebrate another Seahawks win and lament another Browns loss.
#3024 Nose 4 Pot 2
Nov 04 2019
A man who's had a balloon full of marijuana up his nose for 18 years finally gets it removed. Plus, Luke wishes Will Smith wasn't such a nerd. And we play another round of TBTL Voicemail Roulette! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3023 Heavy Meta
Nov 01 2019
Luke falls in love with a bizarre TV show that is so meta it hurts. Also, Andrew offers The Worst Take Ever on a Microsoft commercial. And it's Friday, so get ready for some Music For Your Weekend! ... Today's show is sponsored by Ethos Life Insurance. Visit Ethos.com/tbtl toget started.
#3022 Night Of The Living Deadspin
Oct 31 2019
Luke mourns the end of his favorite website, and Andrew turns Blursdays into a personal therapy session.. . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBokk.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
#3021 Bring In Da Malinois, Bring In Da Funk
Oct 30 2019
Luke and Andrew pay homage to the MTV Spring Breaks of yesteryear and also celebrate military dogs. Plus, Luke's very favoritest website, Deadspin, may be on the precipice of extinction, and he doesn't know what to do. Today's show is sponsored by Earnest. Visit Earnest.com/tbtl to get a $100 bonus on a private student loan
#3020 Diners, Drive-Ins, And Doofuses
Oct 29 2019
Our pal Nora McInerny hops on the line to talk about her life as a Reader's Digest celebrity. Plus, Grumpy Andrew picks the wrong restaurant to grump about...since it belongs in Luke's family. ... Today's show is sponsored by Modsy. Visit Modsy.com and use code TBTL to get 20% off.
No Point Conversion: Raking Havoc
Oct 28 2019
Luke and Andrew recap yesterday's Seahawks win and Browns loss in this week's No Point Conversion.
#3019 Xanadon't
Oct 28 2019
Andrew is at a loss for words now that his Garbage Problems are over, so he and Luke discuss Terrible Mall Ideas, Overly Familiar Corporate Emails, and of course Concur Business Solutions (in painful detail). . . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBokk.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
#3018 Keep My Sketch Out Of Your Mouth
Oct 25 2019
Luke is tripping on DayQuil, and Andrew finds himself the victim of a car crime...again! Plus, we learn about a rare disease that causes people to ferment alcohol in their bodies when they eat carbs. And we have some seasonal Music For Your Weekend!. . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#3017 You're Entering A World Of T-Pain
Oct 24 2019
Luke's been hanging with Danny Trejo and his posse! Plus,T-Pain gets T-Painfully honest with his fans. And the dirty Bronx staircase featured in the Joker film is drawing a new kind of crowd. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Literati. Visit LiteratiBooks.com and use promo code TBTLIVE for $20 off your first box. Plus, kids 3 and up get a special blacklight pen.
#3016 How Rooney!
Oct 23 2019
Who said it: Andy Rooney or Mickey Rooney? Andrew makes-up a pop-quiz on the fly. Plus, Luke is staying at a fancy hotel in LA, where they don't ever want your feet to touch the floor. And a listener's garbage anxiety almost leads to his arrest! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.
#3015 Just Say No To Strugs
Oct 22 2019
Luke quizzes Andrew to see if he understands the language of seagulls. (He doesn't.) Plus, Luke is preparing for his trip down to LA to interview Danny Trejo, who -- Andrew learns -- had a whole career before his big Snickers commercial. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
No Point Conversion: A Chronic Case Of Optimism
Oct 21 2019
Luke and Andrew commiserate over the Seahawks' and Huskies' losses this weekend.
#3014 Nudges For Fudges
Oct 21 2019
Secret moles inside the Seattle garbage department shed light on Andrew's ongoing garbage issues. Plus, Luke has his own graphic mole situation, the controversial Columbia marching band is re-instated, and the city of Kirkland, WA, declares war on dog poop. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#3013 An Embarrassment Of Sasquatch
Oct 18 2019
Luke struggles with how to celebrate his dog's 6th birthday. Plus, a missing Sasquatch is re-discovered in a shocking way. And our favorite musical robot, The StuBot, joins us for some Music For Your Weekend. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#3012 Throw Bacharach Thursday
Oct 17 2019
A "brainless blob" is debuting at a Paris zoo. Plus, Andrew comes across more evidence that James Cameron is the absolute worst. And a young hockey player wins the hearts and minds of an entire nation. (Well, he won us over, anyway.) . . . Today's show is sponsored by Away Travel. Visit AwayTravel.com/tbtl and use the promo code TBTL to get $20 off a suitcase!
McMillan Men 10: It's Lay Down Time
Oct 16 2019
Luke and Andrew recap the final episode of the first season of Amazon's Patriot.
#3011 Squirt McGirt
Oct 16 2019
It's a voicemail frenzy on TBTL! Plus, Andrew tries to quench his very specific soda cravings. And the City of Seattle gets heavily involved in Andrew's ongoing garbage pickup situation. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
#3010 Klugey, Clunky, Danky And Janky
Oct 15 2019
Luke gets sucked into the world of Fortnite after watching videos of the game. Is he going to become a gamer? Meanwhile, Andrew wants to play a "choose your own adventure" style radio game. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
No Point Conversion: The Agony Of Victory
Oct 14 2019
The Seahawks played the Browns yesterday, and it almost destroyed Andrew.
#3009 You're Entering A Wheel Of Pain
Oct 14 2019
This weekend saw more boat-related misadventures for Luke and some bad football feelings for Andrew. Plus, a woman loses her job at Panera Bread after revealing that the company uses frozen mac & cheese. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Away Travel. Visit AwayTravel.com/tbtl and use the promo code TBTL to get $20 off a suitcase!
#3008 Bad News Belts: The Riddle Of King Hippo
Oct 11 2019
A celebrity sets up a sting to find out which of her friends is leaking her personal info, and it's pretty great. Plus, Andrew explains to Luke, once again, why Minecraft is so great. . . . Today's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Visit HelloFresh.com/TBTL80 and enter the code TBTL80 to get $80 off your first month.
#3007 Garble The Things That Garble
Oct 10 2019
TBTL Friendo Chris Hayes hops on the line to discuss Ted Cruz's brain, Salmon Rushdie's sexiness, and Chris' upcoming Live Show in LA. Plus Luke literally leaves the show to check on Andrew's garbage and the result is... not great. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBokk.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
MacMillan Men 9: Mum's The Word
Oct 09 2019
Luke and Andrew set down their shotguns, put out a breakfast spread, and recap Season 1, Episode 9 of Amazon's Patriot.
#3006 Honey, I Shrunk The Calzone
Oct 09 2019
Andrew deals with a car break-in while Luke discovers some Surprising Stats related to how many people are downloading Nickelback songs worldwide (spoiler: it's not that many). . . . Today's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Visit HelloFresh.com/TBTL80 and enter the code TBTL80 to get $80 off your first month.
#3005 New Day TBTL!
Oct 08 2019
Luke and Andrew tackle the big stories of the day, including whiskey "Tide Pods" and hotel room hacks. Plus, Andrew has an unfortunate update in his ongoing Garbage War. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Grove Collaborative. Visit Grove.co/tbtl to get a free $30 Mrs. Meyer's gift set with your first order.
#3004 TBTL Live At Sea!
Oct 07 2019
Tens upon Tens of listeners join Luke, Andrew and Sean DeTore to wrap up the TBTL 3000 tour...on a dang boat!
#3003 The Portuguese Hat Woman
Oct 04 2019
Luke and Andrew make it back to Seattle and are preparing for tonight's live boat show! They discuss rats, giraffes, sidewalk drivers, and their beloved Seahawks.
#3002 Live In Brooklyn With John Hodgman!
Oct 03 2019
John Hodgman joins Luke and Andrew on stage in Brooklyn to celebrate 3000 episodes of TBTL and settle an ongoing dispute with Luke over his new book, Medallion Status.
#3001 Botched Tow
Oct 02 2019
Luke and Andrew arrive in Brooklyn ahead of their live show tonight. And Andrew is in love. They got to see the worst towing job ever. And we hear from a man at the very front lines of the meme wars.
#3000 Can We Stop-Down?
Oct 01 2019
Luke, Andrew and Tens of listeners pack into an Orlando Waffle House to celebrate 3000 episodes!
#2999 Blocking Out The Snorers
Sep 30 2019
Luke and Andrew make it to Orlando, but not without a few hiccups, or more accurately, violent snores. Plus Andrew makes some new Florida Friendos, and Luke's Vegan Experiment goes off the rails when he orders a large pizza to his hotel room.
#2998 New Jawboning Technology
Sep 27 2019
How did Luke and Andrew miss one of the most bizarre red carpet moments in recent history?? Plus, a story about wasabi and "broken heart" disease leads to some reminiscing about failed job interviews. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#2997 Smart Nerd Rebellion
Sep 26 2019
An Ivy League marching band disbands after some tomfoolery, and the creator of labradoodles has some regrets. Plus, Andrew shares a story of High School prankery from his own youth.
McMillan Men 8: Birdbath And Beyond
Sep 25 2019
Luke and Andrew share a cold one, settle into their respective pipes, and recap Season 1, Episode 8 of Amazon's Patriot.
#2996 I Did An Art!
Sep 25 2019
Luke and Andrew dive into the complex, fascinating history of the 80's hit "Take On Me." Plus, Andrew's ongoing war with the city garbage collectors is heating up. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#2995 Slimy, Grimy, And Stymied
Sep 24 2019
Lenny Kravitz has lost his sunglasses, and Luke and Andrew kind of love him for it. Also, a new Ken Burns documentary get Luke and Andrew reminiscing about their college days. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Grove Collaborative. Visit Grove.co/tbtl to get a free $30 Mrs. Meyer's gift set with your first order.
No Point Conversion: A CenturyLink Of Sadness
Sep 23 2019
Luke and Andrew park outside Seattle's own "factory of sadness" to review a couple of painful losses by the Seahawks and the Cleveland Browns.
#2994 Smelling My Own Yeahs!
Sep 23 2019
Luke meets a mysterious and ominous stranger on his morning jog. Plus, why you should never use a taco as a bookmark, and the Walshelm Scream makes its network television debut! . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#2993 Shrimpin' Ain't Easy
Sep 20 2019
Luke and Andrew's attempts to talk to strangers do not go well. Plus, a heartwarming story of a lost dog and the woman who loved her. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBook.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
#2992 The Finer Points Of Shampooery
Sep 19 2019
A golden toilet has been stolen, and a fire burned down an artificial insemination plant for cows. Plus, Luke almost slipped and fell in a very disturbing way, and Andrew defends iPads. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
McMillan Men 7: The Structural Dynamics Of Fro
Sep 18 2019
Luke and Andrew go to and fro, to and fro, as they dissect Season 1, Episode 7 of Amazon's Patriot.
#2991 The Bob Newhart Of Comedy
Sep 18 2019
A cryptic message on the Far Side website has Luke and Andrew excited about the future. Plus, James Cameron is fighting with another underwater explorer, and Andrew was right all along about Aaron Sorkin. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Literati. Visit LiteratiBooks.com and use promo code TBTLIVE for $20 off your first box. Plus, kids 3 and up get a special blacklight pen.
No Point Conversion: Lipstick On A Pigskin
Sep 17 2019
Luke and Andrew break down this week's wins by the Seahawks and the Browns. So why isn't Andrew happy?
#2990 The Castro Valley Commies
Sep 17 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss the art of phone calls and Andrew's imaginary writing career. They also announce their guest for the NYC Show! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Honeybook. Visit TryHoneyBokk.com/tbtl to get to get 50% off!
#2989 The Boy With The Dawn Treader Tattoo
Sep 16 2019
Luke and Andrew learn how to beatbox on the air, thanks to a handy-dandy worksheet. Plus, Luke tries to find out exactly how much money it would take for Andrew to get a tattoo of Narnia on his back. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
#2988 Amuse-Pooch
Sep 13 2019
Andrew comes down with a raging case of Pistachio Thumb while Luke is trying to wrap his mind around a T-shirt he saw in the airport right before his flight. They also review a list of the silliest dog names and offer up some Music For Your Weekend! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.
#2987 Who's House? Jabba's House!
Sep 12 2019
Luke is thinking he might be going vegan. Andrew is in a race to catch more fruit flies than Genevieve. Plus, Luke and Andrew offer their respects to the beloved musician Daniel Johnston, who passed away. And a writer who worked with Prince tells some fascinating stories from his time with him in The New Yorker. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
McMillan Men 6: The Structural Dynamics Of No
Sep 11 2019
Luke and Andrew order some breakfast breads, etc, and pull the thread on Episode 6 of Amazon's Patriot.
#2986 Thicc & Sin
Sep 11 2019
Luke tried floating in a sensory deprivation tank for the first time, evoking Busby Berkeley vibes. Plus, Apple's new iPhone camera is triggering some folks with a fear of holes. ... Today's show is sponsored by Modsy. Visit Modsy.com and use code TBTL to get 20% off.
#2985 Mr. P.T. O'Moneybags
Sep 10 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss a new version of Monopoly that's supposed to empower girls. They also discuss the finer details of Chutes & Ladders, Mike & The Mechanics, and Philly fans getting mad at Philly fans. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Everlane. Visit Everlane.com/tbtl to get free shipping on your first order.
No Point Conversion: Center Rage
Sep 09 2019
Luke and Andrew dissect the Browns' and Seahawks' first game of the 2019 season. The Browns have some anger issues they need to deal with, and the Hawks...well, they pulled it off. Plus, a recap of their fantasy football teams, which faced each other this week.
#2984 Openly Barping
Sep 09 2019
Luke and Andrew recap the TBTL End of Summer picnic and invent a perfect new word. We also hear about a fascinating company that helps name products and companies, from Swiffer to the Impossible Burger. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#2983 Who Posters The Malones?
Sep 06 2019
Luke finds a person who's more Andrew than Andrew. Plus, the secrecy pacts surrounding Margaret Atwood's new book were remarkable. Then Amazon ruined everything. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Zapier. Visit Zapier.com/TBTL for a free 14 day trial.
#2982 The Wuhlf Of Wuhl Street
Sep 05 2019
Andrew falls in love with a minor league broadcast, and Jeremy Renner Shuts down his app. Plus, the entire country of France defends a rooster in a small maritime village. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
McMillan Men 5: Who Bags The Bag Man?
Sep 04 2019
Luke and Andrew have a cold one and recap Season 1 Episode 5 of Amazon's Patriot.
#2981 Odell Motel Holiday Inn
Sep 04 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss whether or not anyone can own the phrase "Taco Tuesdays", because one surprising celebrity is trying to copyright it. Plus, escaped cobras, more cocaine filled banana shipments, and a critique of baseball commercials literally no one asked for.. . . Today's show is sponsored by Zapier. Visit Zapier.com/TBTL for a free 14 day trial.
#2980 A Renner Has No Name
Sep 03 2019
Jeremy Renner has a new app and a music career he really wants you to know about. Luke and Andrew also discuss this weekend's TBTL picnic and Seattle's new XFL team. . . . Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash. Download the app and use the promo code TBTL to get $5 off your first order of $15 or more.
#2979 The Emerald That Never Sleeps
Sep 02 2019
Luke just found out that he's working on a holiday. How did this happen?! Plus, he and Andrew both dealt with some Skyjinx (woo!) on their way home from Minnesota last week. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Zapier. Visit Zapier.com/TBTL for a free 14 day trial.
#2978 Twenty Seeds From Stardom
Aug 30 2019
Luke and Andrew take over the MPR stage at the Minnesota State Fair for a special live edition of TBTL! They are joined by their new friend, comedian Brandi Brown, who's knowledge and obsession of the fair is unparalleled. Plus, the StuBot swings by with some fair-related food advice. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#2977 Bonvoy Is Just Another Word For Nothing Left To Lose
Aug 29 2019
Luke and Andrew record their final show from the public radio conference hotel room, where Andrew is unhappy about the Bonvoy program and he doesn't care who knows it. Meanwhile, Luke has a new vegetarian obsession thanks to a Minneapolis "butcher" shop. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#2976 Can You Make It Fry Harder?
Aug 28 2019
Luke visits Prince's Paisley Park and finds himself surprised by the decor. Plus, he and Andrew prepare for their live show at the Minnesota State Fair this afternoon! . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
McMillan Men 4: Lax(embourg) Security
Aug 28 2019
Luke and Andrew talk Jaywick Sands, urinals, and the significance of obsession as they put Season 1, Episode 4 of Amazon's Patriot on the top of their to-do list.
#2975 The Adventures Of Buck Dustwell
Aug 27 2019
Luke and Andrew check in from Minneapolis, where Andrew discovers a new, cool persona who remembers everything and never apologizes. Meanwhile Luke thinks it's time for John Travolta to stop doing awards shows. ... Today's show is sponsored by Eight Sleep. Visit EightSleep.com/TBTL to get $150 off your purchase.
#2964: Live From THING With Chris Gethard!
Aug 26 2019
Luke and Andrew take the stage at the first ever THING festival in Port Townsend, WA. They're joined by comedian, podcaster, and all around incredible human Chris Gethard, also known as "TBD" in some circles. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Calm. Visit Calm.com/tbtl to get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription.
#2973 All's Fair In Love And Chicken Wars
Aug 23 2019
Luke and Andrew announce the exciting venues for the upcoming TBTL tour! Plus, Miama Vice hits Bellingham in the form of cocaine bananas, and what in the heck is going on with the chicken sandwich wars? . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.
#2972 There's Something About The Soul Of A Scat
Aug 22 2019
Luke and Andrew try to decide if the first Superman movie is technically a "classic" and how many times is too many times to read the Harry Potter books. Plus, Luke is worried he's becoming a "Reply Guy", and we offer some special Blursday shoutouts. . . . Today's show is sponsored by BarkBox. Visit BarkBox.com/tbtl to get a free extra month of BarkBox.
McMillan Men 3: Murder, She Rochambeaued
Aug 21 2019
Luke and Andrew discuss Leslie's penchant for cocaine, John's reluctance to kill birds, and Dennis' eagerness to mislead international investigators as they recap Season 1, Episode 3 of Amazon's Patriot.