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TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

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Ep 4160#4160 If It's Worth Dune, It's Worth Dune Right

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Luke finds happiness on a Hollywood backlot while Andrew stumbles on a moment of bliss in his car. Luke also wants to know if he should see Dune 2, even though he skipped the first film.

Mar 12, 20241h 19m

Ep 4159#4159 This Landing Is My Landing

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Andrew is back from Mexico, after scaring himself silly on the flight home. Plus, Luke is proud of Jimmy Kimmel for ignoring his advisors and going with an edgy joke at the Oscars last night.

Mar 11, 20241h 8m

Ep 4158#4158 Warm Hand Luke

Luke apologies for mistakes made during episode 4,157, while soldiering on without Andrew around to pick up the pieces. Thankfully, he's able to land the interview of the century to keep the show afloat until Andrew returns on Monday.

Mar 9, 20241h 0m

Ep 4157#4157 Mission Impastable

Andrew plays hooky, leaving Luke to his own devices. Which turns out, is setting the record straight as he leaves the New York Times in shambles interviewing Stephanie, a newly minted Ten, about her experience with the Gray Lady.

Mar 7, 20241h 26m

Ep 4156#4156 Breaking The Fourth Wahlberg

Luke and Andrew go down an unexpected memory lane as they listen back to old TBTL intro tape. They also look at Burger King's sad "clap back" at Wendy's surge pricing.

Mar 6, 20241h 1m

Ep 4155#4155 The Beautiful Biz Boys

Luke, Jon and Andrew hold a Too Beautiful To Biz company team building exercise on the air. Mostly they talk about sandwiches and dogs, though.

Mar 5, 20241h 2m

Ep 4154#4154 Friend You, You Friendly Friend!

Luke and Andrew weigh-in on a Tiktoker's list of words that could be baby names if they weren't already used as words. Andrew also has a killer idea for a new line of t-shirts, but he's not willing to share the profits.

Mar 4, 20241h 8m

Ep 4153#4153 The Buddy Keeps The Score

Dozens (DOZENS!) of listeners weigh-in on Luke's mystery song, and they were all correct, leading Luke to question the efficacy of modern search engines.

Mar 1, 20241h 22m

Ep 4152#4152 The Thin Duck Line

Luke has a musical mystery he's trying to solve, which leads Andrew on a jazz-inspired odyssey that even his cats try to put an end to by sabotaging the podcast. Plus, a new Willy Wonka experience in Scotland turns out to be a Fyre-festival-level disaster.

Feb 29, 20241h 21m

Ep 4151#4151 Scooby Don't

Luke receives a text from his mom that leads him and Andrew to ponder their childhoods. Plus, AT&T tries to apologize to users by giving them 5 bucks after a widespread outage. And Wendy's is going to try some surge pricing on its menu items.

Feb 28, 20241h 31m

Ep 4150#4150 Honey I Shrunk The Dick Van Dyke

Luke has a new friend who's helping him build his IKEA kitchen, but it's a sort of one-sided relationship. Andrew has some questions about airplane etiquette regarding window shades.

Feb 27, 20241h 2m

Ep 4149#4149 Trash On Parade

Luke and Andrew discuss the new realities of recording the show via video feed, and how it's affecting their podcast performance. They also discuss a lawsuit over fancy tomatoes and whether their packaging is misleading customers.

Feb 26, 20241h 15m

Ep 4148#4148 At Seth's Door

Andrew is excited to watch a hole being cut into the side of his garage during today's podcast…It means he's closer than ever to making the best joke of all time. He and Luke also discuss New York's hottest new restaurant and its list of ways to get "86ed".

Feb 23, 20241h 49m

Ep 4147#4147 Film Flam Man

Luke and Andrew delve into the story of a personal finance columnist who handed $50 thousand of her savings to an internet scammer. Also, Luke wants to start his entire life over after visiting a prestigious film school.

Feb 22, 20241h 16m

Ep 4146#4146 Scent Of A Burbank

Luke is worried that he's using too much cologne but nobody will tell him. He and Andrew are also testing some new video software that is solidifying Andrew's status as Mole Man Basement Dweller. And Luke wants to be a movie director again.

Feb 21, 202453 min

Ep 4145#4145 Soup Me For What?

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Andrew's been living in the basement as he and Genevieve try to nurse a sick cat back to health. He and Luke also trade notes on their experiences with Lipton Cup of Soup.

Feb 20, 20241h 11m

Ep 4144#4144 Warts Happening To Me?

Luke and Andrew honor President's Day by comparing their traumatic trips to the dermatologist's office as kids. Plus, Luke finally stopped by the meatball shop he and Andrew have been talking about, and he has a full review.

Feb 19, 202445 min

Ep 4143#4143 Penance Race

Luke and Andrew get ready for the weekend by trading notes on how they confessed their sins as kids. Then they open up the ol' PO box to share some of the amazing gifts sent in by listeners.

Feb 16, 20241h 17m

Ep 4142#4142 A Mute Point

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A writer in The Atlantic offers a modest proposal regarding airplane luggage bins -- namely, getting rid of them altogether. Luke and Andrew debate the pros and cons. They also talk doormats, mute buttons, and the contagious nature of throat-clearing. (Photo by Kyle McCarthy)

Feb 15, 20241h 10m

Ep 4141#4141 Third Wave Mulletism

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Luke shares some breaking Valentine's Day news that is (*checks notes*) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Andrew shares the most romantic thing Genevieve has ever said to him. And Luke did some old-fashioned shoe-leather journalism to get to the bottom of a Reba McEntire meme that's making the rounds.

Feb 14, 20241h 12m

Ep 4140#4140 [Extreme Billy Corgan Voice] The World Is An Oyster

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Jon Stewart returned to the Daily Show last night, and Luke took notes. Meanwhile, Andrew is groggy coming off of a podcasting marathon that nobody asked for.

Feb 13, 202457 min

Ep 4139#4139 The No Sneeze Diet

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Luke and Andrew discuss what's at the top of everyone's mind this morning: dental floss, Q-tips, and Lena Dunham. Then they talk about the commercials that caught their attention most during yesterday's Super Bowl broadcast.

Feb 12, 20241h 26m

Ep 4138#4138 You Got Yourself A Stewart

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Luke and Andrew preview a few of the commercials that will be airing during the Super Bowl, including a stand-out performance by everyone's favorite Star Fleet Commander.

Feb 9, 20241h 22m

Ep 4137#4137 Gymmers Never Quit

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After months of preparation and procrastination, Andrew finally made a phone call yesterday that might change his life forever. Or not. Plus, Luke has been poking around some cinematic rumors and theories involving Bill Walton, Chewbacca, and Steve Buscemi.

Feb 8, 20241h 9m

Ep 4136#4136 What Happens In Reno Stays In Vegas

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Andrew discovers a very surprising voicemail waiting for Luke on the TBTL phone line. Plus, Luke solved the mystery of unexplained toll charges on his "Good2Go" account, but as far as Andrew is concerned, the real adventure is just beginning.

Feb 7, 20241h 1m

Ep 4135#4135 Splooch The Bandit

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Luke shares the details of how he has to prepare for an upcoming medical procedure, and it's more involved than he thought. He and Andrew also discuss the life and times of one Rick Moranis. (Oh, he's hilarious, dog.)

Feb 6, 20241h 4m

Ep 4134#4134 Rick The Regular And DJ Orderly

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Luke went to a Slick Rick concert last night and has many details to share, including some very confusing audience instructions from DJ Chaos. He and Andrew also hear from the Australian girl who heroically battled a snake to save her pet. And they announce the details of this year's Valen-Tens Card Exchange.

Feb 5, 20241h 34m

Ep 4133#4133 You Candlemas Anything Anymore

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Luke tries to explain Groundhog Day to Andrew. Then they discuss the surprising amount of sexual content in a theater production Luke attended (with family) yesterday. Plus, is "bubble water" a thing? Maybe not. But they certainly both thought it was.

Feb 2, 20241h 41m

Ep 4132#4132 The Noshing Class

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Luke's dad tries to remove an owl (?) nest from Luke's studio during the show, and that's not even his biggest distraction today. They also try to discuss lights, uplights, and how window curtains are connected to wealth and class. Then the show basically goes off the rails.

Feb 1, 20241h 18m

Ep 4131#4131 Purée Against The Machine

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Luke and Andrew are up-in-arms over a New York Times article on "tiny living" that totally misses the mark. They also mark the end of a short but special era in TBTL's numbering scheme, and they debate whether Sunday is truly the first day of the week.

Jan 31, 202453 min

Ep 4130#4130 A Man Needs A Rubbermaid

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Andrew has to say goodbye to an object that has been by his side for years. Too many years, he now realizes. And Luke recounts his adventures trying to give away a refrigerator this weekend.

Jan 30, 20241h 18m

Ep 4129#4129 Coin Air

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Luke met a Secret Service dog wearing camo this weekend, raising the question, why does a dog have to wear camo in Las Vegas? He also learned that his dad doesn't know the difference between Wayne Newton and Lil Wayne.

Jan 29, 20241h 24m

Ep 4128#4128 Long Day's Ginoor Into Night

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Luke and Andrew enjoy a surprise visit from Genevieve, who found herself in an interesting pull-tab situation recently. Plus, Andrew wonders if his performance on a local podcast was so bad they had to scrap the whole thing.

Jan 26, 20241h 2m

Ep 4127#4127 Booze News You Can't Use

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Andrew noticed something peculiar in a book he's reading, and the discovery is causing him shame. Plus, a story about a "plane farter" is the epitome of bunk journalism. And Luke has a new favorite show, but Andrew's worried it'll make him cringe.

Jan 25, 20241h 9m

Ep 4126#4126 The Price Is Wheel

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Luke and Andrew discuss the end of Pitchfork music as we know it, and whether or not your boss needs to take off their sunglasses while they're firing you.

Jan 24, 20241h 26m

Ep 4125#4125 Male Pattern Bulbing

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Andrew experienced a true breakthrough yesterday regarding modern light bulbs, and Luke had a breakthrough with his new pellet burner, proving once again that TBTL has slipped well, well into middle ag

Jan 23, 20241h 6m

Ep 4124#4124 No Country For Old Buffets

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Luke came home to a scary, chaotic scene in his house late Saturday night, and he almost made a new friend/roommate. Plus, a 12-year-old clip of some NBA announcers bickering on-air has resurfaced. Some say it's all a joke, but Luke and Andrew aren't so sure. Oh, and Andrew got some dirty toys at The Great American Train Show this weekend.

Jan 22, 20241h 17m

Ep 4123#4123 A Man For Struthers

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Andrew's mind is blown when he realizes he's been combining two different actors into one person his entire life. Plus, Luke reviews the Broadway musical Hamilton.

Jan 19, 20241h 23m

Ep 4122#4122 Body By DartBot

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Luke is obsessed with the fellow who sat behind him on his flight to New York City, and for good reason! Plus, TBTL's love for Stone Cold Steve Austin continues to grow.

Jan 18, 20241h 16m

Ep 4121#4121 Katt's Out Of The Bag

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Andrew thinks he stumbled into the perfect publishing crime. He and Luke also discuss comedian Katt Williams' recent airing of grievances. And they talk about a fascinating Washington Post piece about a man's quest to build the best in-home stereo system.

Jan 17, 20241h 21m

Ep 4120#4120 Less Than Finite

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Luke has some thoughts on the new season of True Detective and some of the commercials he's been seeing in heavy rotation lately. And listener Max thinks he discovered Andrew's nightmare job.

Jan 16, 20241h 28m

Ep 4119#4119 Second Wave Luke

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Luke's neighbor did something interesting while plowing snow, and Andrew is fascinated by it. Plus, NBC held viewers over a barrel to get them to sign up for Peacock this weekend, then they bragged about "making history" with the move.

Jan 15, 20241h 30m

Ep 4118#4118 Prism Diaries

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Luke and Andrew are preparing for the extreme winter weather, although Andrew is mostly distracted by the idea of a "Meat Door." Plus, producers at ESPN admit that they made up a bunch of names in a bonkers ploy to obtain more Emmy trophies for its on-air hosts.

Jan 12, 20241h 44m

Ep 4117#4117 Debunked and Rebunked

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Andrew wants to become a Morning Zoo radio producer, and he's been coming up with some segment ideas. Plus, the Washington Post looks into "Hotel Housekeeping Myths" to find out whether or not you should use the bedspread and coffee maker in your room.

Jan 11, 20241h 35m

Ep 4116#4116 Aaron On The Side Of Caution

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Alaska Airlines is offering cash to travelers who were on the airplane that sprung a hole, Aaron Rodgers is refusing to apologize for accusing Jimmy Kimmel of the most horrendous crime, and [BREAKING NEWS SOUND] Andrew and Luke learn that the Seahawks just fired their coach after 14 years.

Jan 10, 20241h 30m

Ep 4115#4115 Bruce Willis And The E-Stevie Band

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Luke and Andrew compare notes on their new basement dehumidifiers, like the young cool guys they are. Luke also tells Andrew all about the woman who's been digging a huge, mine-sized hole under her house (and why she had to stop digging…for now.)

Jan 9, 20241h 25m

Ep 4114#4114 Like A Casino For Food

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Luke is a changed man when it comes to grocery shopping and bargain hunting. He and Andrew also discuss the many Dazzling Details related to the airplane that lost a big chunk of fuselage mid-air this weekend. They also indulge in a little football talk ahead of tonight's huge Huskies game.

Jan 8, 20241h 52m

Ep 4113#4113 Not Mas Enough

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Genevieve joins the show to celebrate a big moment in trash-pickup history and to play a snack-chip related quiz with Andrew. They also examine the status of their relationship on the eve of their 23rd anniversary.

Jan 5, 20241h 8m

Ep 4112#4112 It's A Shame About Rey

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After yesterday's most impossible quiz, Luke now faces what may be the easiest Winter Game in TBTL history. In fact, it's so easy, it's almost difficult. And it's about Star Wars.

Jan 4, 202441 min

Ep 4111#4111 Unquotable Quotes

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Luke gobsmacks Andrew with his knowledge about the band Godsmack, and that's not even related to today's quiz! But Luke's luck runs out when he's forced to play the most impossibly difficult Winter Game ever.

Jan 3, 202447 min