TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

Tens upon Tens of listeners join Luke, Andrew and Sean DeTore to wrap up the TBTL 3000 tour...on a dang boat!

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.

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.

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.

Luke, Andrew and Tens of listeners pack into an Orlando Waffle House to celebrate 3000 episodes!

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.

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.

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.

Luke and Andrew share a cold one, settle into their respective pipes, and recap Season 1, Episode 8 of Amazon's Patriot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Luke and Andrew go to and fro, to and fro, as they dissect Season 1, Episode 7 of Amazon's Patriot.

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.

Luke and Andrew break down this week's wins by the Seahawks and the Browns. So why isn't Andrew happy?

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!

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.

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.

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.

Luke and Andrew order some breakfast breads, etc, and pull the thread on Episode 6 of Amazon's Patriot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Luke and Andrew have a cold one and recap Season 1 Episode 5 of Amazon's Patriot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Luke and Andrew discuss runaway mattresses in Denver, dangerous scooters in DC, and why they would never embezzle from Robert Di Nero. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.

Another article about podcasting has folks ready to burn down the internet again, but Luke doesn't share their anger. Plus, a Californian's vanity license plate has landed him in big trouble. . . . Today's show is sponsored by BarkBox. Visit BarkBox.com/tbtl to get a free extra month of BarkBox.

Luke and Carey have a new pet at Burbank Springs! But they probably don't want to keep it. Plus, Andrew may need to abandoned his Cold War era coffee maker, but he doesn't want to. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Quip. Visit GetQuip.com/tbtl to get your first refill pack free with a Quip electric toothbrush.

Luke survived the somewhat rowdy crowd at a KUOW event last night, and later learned that people are spreading weird rumors about him on Reddit. Plus, Andrew had a dream last night, but he's NOT going to talk about it! And we meet our new favorite botanist-turned-Coyote-savior from Chicago. . . . 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.

Luke and Andrew passionately debate the appropriateness of Bellingham's unofficial motto, "The City of Subdued Excitement." They also discuss the wild world of corporate smells and new laws banning new drive-through restaurants in Minneapolis.n . . . Today's show is sponsored by Capterra. Visit Capterra.com/TBTL for free to find the right software for your business.

Luke and Andrew lay down their dirt bikes, zip up their track suits, and get comfortable in a giant piece of piping to recap Episode 2 of Amazon's Patriot.

Andrew is excited to hear that one of his goofy noises is going to make him super famous, and Luke is charmed by a biker he saw on the road yesterday. Also, Luke explains how Primus is responsible for his first marriage. . . . 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.

Luke and Andrew get some bad news about their backstage rider for the upcoming THING festival. Plus, a musician gets bitten by a poisonous snake during his walk across the United States, and Luke says goodbye to an institution that was a huge part of his youth. . . . Today's show is sponsored by Capterra. Visit Capterra.com/TBTL for free to find the right software for your business.