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TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

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Episode #2327: Bad Day To Stop Sniffing Butter

Luke and Andrew discuss why food tastes different on airplanes. (Turns out, SCIENCE is involved!) They also come up with some new, fun baseball rules involving water balloons.

Mar 1, 20171h 29m

Episode #2326: Extremely Medium

Donald Trump's preferred way of eating steak has everyone hopping mad. Luke and Andrew discuss the extremely personal world of condiment politics. Plus, Luke is obsessed with some new TV shows, podcasts, and documentaries that he wants you to watch. And Andrew's new idea for improving the show is a bust.

Feb 28, 20171h 9m

Episode #2325: Pulling A Beatty

Andrew learned a dirty little secret about a regional chain restaurant on Saturday. Meanwhile, Luke and Carey spent their weekend writing, producing and performing in Trump-related comedy sketches. Plus, the biggest mistake ever to occur on an Oscar stage made for some great Academy Awards entertainment. And Andrew gets rejected by Twitter.

Feb 27, 20171h 20m

Episode #2324: A Burbank On The Wing

Luke and Andrew are gearing up for the weekend. Luke's involves soup and hosting a fancy event. Andrew's involves a chain restaurant in Tuckwila. They also discuss the new, stark reality of "economy" airline flights and why it's okay to sit by the airplane bathroom. Plus, Music For Your Weekend!

Feb 24, 20171h 8m

Episode #2323: Outsider Sandwich Artist

Luke joins the show from Portland, as he prepares for an evening of high-pressure live radio. Andrew is (per)fuming mad at the LAX redesign. They discuss these issues, plus an update on the bizarre Kim Jong-nam assassination and a story about a cheating marathon runner who was foiled by her own fitness tracker.

Feb 23, 20171h 18m

Episode #2322: Too Many Dads

Luke and Andrew discuss the fine line between being friendly and being overly-friendly, especially when it comes to talking with cashiers and waitresses. Plus, a stolen super bowl jersey leads to a confession from Luke, and a failed experiment by Henry Ford gets Andrew riled up.

Feb 22, 20171h 24m

Episode #2321: Droopy McCool

Luke realizes he is addicted to internet shopping. Andrew has a belabored theory about this. Plus, a soccer betting scandal in the U.K. involves a goalie eating pie. And is it okay to brush your teeth in a public restroom?

Feb 21, 20171h 12m

Episode #2320: Snapchat. What Up With That?

Andrew asks Luke if his friends did the right thing after finding a bunch of money under a pool table this weekend. Plus, Snapchat glasses are going to be available online soon, and Luke introduces a new segment called "HACK ATTACK!", which will undoubtedly improve your life in almost every way. Special thanks to Chad Darnell of Portland, OR, and Nancy Cook of Burien, WA, for supporting today's show!

Feb 20, 20171h 39m

Episode #2319: I Jazzied That Jeff

Luke is stuck in Portland, where he bought Andrew a special gift. He lets Andrew ask 20 questions to guess what it is. They also discuss the unbelievable details of an international assassination and how Columbia University utterly destroyed the emotions of some 200 would-be students. Also, there's a lot of Luke impersonating Michael McDonald.

Feb 17, 20171h 23m

Episode #2318: Low Stanking Fruit

Luke swings by the offices of Walsh, Walsh & Doormat on his way to Portland...if he makes it to Portland. He and Andrew discuss cat wine, Monopoly, and your dreams. That's right: Dream Court is back.

Feb 16, 20171h 0m

Episode #2317: WWW Dot This, WWW Dot That

Luke and Andrew find joy in an old viral video, then they discuss whether or not someone should take away Harrison Ford's pilots license. Also, why Stephen Colbert is finally finding success on CBS, and whether Meatloaf really knows what he wouldn't do for love.

Feb 15, 20171h 14m

Episode #2316: Bandages For More!

Luke tries to help Andrew "Heart of Stone" Walsh get through Valentines Day. They also discuss the retro cell phone craze and why Luke is getting a second phone. Also, the milk industry wants you to remind you that their product is "lacteal secretion" - accept no substitutes.

Feb 14, 20171h 23m

Episode #2315: Hot Take Time Machine

Andrew is back from Costa Rica, where he did his best not to fight with a racist in a hot tub. He and Luke discuss that, and whether or not Andrew's driving teacher was trying to seduce him when he was 17. Plus, Adele stops mid-song at the Grammys, and Broadway has a toilet problem.

Feb 13, 20171h 14m

Episode #2314: Sh*t-Gibbons and Scientology

Camaro Kev from "Stack of Dimes" stops by to chat about Luke's new favorite insult (which started out on a "Tragically Hip" newsgroup in the early 2000's), Scientology, and what he would do if he was "Hunted". Special thanks today to Heather Schwampe of Seattle and Kevin Shafer of Florence, CO for helping make today's show possible!

Feb 10, 20171h 10m

Episode #2313: Don't Fit "In", Fit "Out" w/ Sean DeTore

TBTL Engineer Emeritus Sean DeTore swings by to talk auto repair, male dancing, and the use of flute in rap music backing tracks.

Feb 9, 20171h 1m

Episode #2312: Questionable Errands

Luke takes to the very very frozen streets of Bellingham and almost crashes multiple times while sneaking into a Gym and visiting an IRS office right out of a movie.

Feb 8, 20171h 0m

Episode #2311: Non-Newtonian Podcarting

Alex Falcone stops by to talk about his new book "Unwrap My Heart" (the story of a girl who falls in love with a mummy) and also the Amazing World of Frogs, plus, why Sean Spicer's "Venmo" account is troubling. Special thanks to John Stedman of San Diego CA & Elizabeth VanStee of Clawson MI for helping make today's show possible!

Feb 7, 20171h 24m

Episode #2310: Snowbound For Glory

Andrew heads to Costa Rica just ahead of an arctic storm, leaving Luke, Carey, Poddog and The Bay Kitty trapped in the snow. Cabin Fever sets in and talk turns to Luke's Biological Father, why Carey doesn't like being on the show, and if there are any more Little Burbanks in the future.

Feb 6, 20171h 29m

Episode #2309: Costa Rica Will See You Now

Luke and Andrew say goodbye before Andrew heads off to a vacation resort that he's 99% sure isn't a swingers' club. They also discuss why they don't like action scenes in movies, unless the movies are Die Hard, Star Wars or Mad Max. Plus, why some hotel thermostats purposely don't work. And, Music For Your Weekend!

Feb 3, 20171h 11m

Episode #2308: Party In The Front, Party In The Back

Luke joins the show from Chicago, after jumping through hoops to make his first-class flight out of Seattle. He and Andrew talk about that adventure. They also talk about Super Bowl commercials, criminal exploits in movie theaters, and whether they should change the name of the show.

Feb 2, 20171h 27m

Episode #2307: A Burbankster Sometimes Pays His Debts

Luke joins Andrew in Wallingford to discuss convenience stores, Yelp reviews, and why Luke almost had to save a man's life at a Shoreline casino last night. Also, a man is arrested for running around the Microsoft campus naked.

Feb 1, 20171h 11m

Episode #2306: Simmer Down, Stu

Stu "The StuBot" Neuman joins the show on his final day at American Public Media. He has only one request as a parting gift, but can Luke and Andrew deliver? Plus, why kids don't ride bikes anymore and why Luke's not afraid of bobcats anymore. Oh, and there's egg talk. Lots of egg talk.

Jan 31, 20171h 10m

Episode #2305: Frankenstein's Zucchini

Luke joins the show from just outside a hot tub in Florida. He and Andrew address Tweets from listeners. Topics include power zoodling, stolen sports teams, and why Friday's episode made people squirm. Special thanks to Caitlin Anderson-Patterson and Colleen Arnold for supporting today's show

Jan 30, 20171h 22m

Episode #2304: Ira Glass: Friend or Acquaintance?

Ira Glass joins the show to answer the age old question: Does he remember who we are? He also talks about producing This American Life during the Trump era and what he's feeding his dog these days.

Jan 27, 20171h 7m

Episode #2303: Vaper Of The Woods

Luke joins Andrew at the offices of Walsh, Walsh and Doormat to discuss his evening of blasting Binaca and how it's like vaping. They also obsess over Michael Dukakis' obsession with turkey carcasses.

Jan 26, 20171h 0m

Episode #2302: The Haunting Of Owl Bridge

Luke visits the studios of Walsh, Walsh and Doormat to discuss Andrew's current situation with his neighbors and the history of EGOTs.

Jan 25, 20171h 10m

Episode #2301: He Who Smelt It Melted It

Luke and Andrew discuss their complicated relationships with soda pop. Plus, Andrew has a new, surprising hobby. And they try to solve a listener's "A-Ha" problem.Huge thanks to Stephanie Pederson and Benjamin Peven for supporting today's show!

Jan 24, 20171h 14m

Episode #2300: Hashtag Squad Bowls

Luke and Andrew discuss cooking shows, Netflix's mysterious new TV series, and the White House press secretary's war on Dippin' Dots.

Jan 23, 20171h 30m

Episode #2299: Throwing Quaid

Luke and Carey hop in the car and head north to Canada to escape today's inauguration news. Andrew joins them from Wallingford, where he tries to talk them through border security.

Jan 20, 20171h 10m

Episode #2298: Probably, Dude

Luke and Andrew discuss their plans for inauguration day. One plan involves border security. The other involves eggnog. Plus, "fix-it cafes" are popping-up around the country. And Japanese bidet manufacturers have decided to create a universal bidet language. Special thanks to Brian Joyce and Jacqueline Justice for supporting today's episode!

Jan 19, 20171h 3m

Episode #2297: A Little On Luke's Nose

Luke has two very different experiences with two different laser doctors. Andrew is in love with the rain in Seattle. And John from Arkansas has an interesting encounter in a gas station parking lot.

Jan 18, 20171h 17m

Episode #2296: More Names, Mo Problems

Luke and Andrew discuss a "robot" lawyer helping people get out of parking tickets, why Rob Schneider is more complicated than you think, and why Andrew is reliving the French Revolution.Special thanks to Aisha Leapley and Suraj Adhikary for supporting today's episode!

Jan 17, 20171h 28m

Episode #2295: Billion Dollar Podcast

Luke wonders why so many babies have glasses these days. Andrew reaches office-supply nirvana. They discuss these important issues, as well as a comedy night for the history books that took place in NYC last week. And they say goodbye to the Seahawks with the final No Point Conversion of the season. Special thanks to Bill Coats and Matthew Laninga for supporting today's episode.

Jan 16, 20171h 37m

Episode #2294: El Perro Loco Y Grande

Luke met Tom Hanks last night. But did he get a photo with him? The answer might surprise you.

Jan 13, 20171h 6m

Episode #2293: The Norwegian Wack Pack

Luke is in Chicago, where his plan to take a photo with David S. Pumpkins has hit a snag. Andrew's attempts to make Google+ a thing are going south. And we learn that Norway has celebrity radio listeners.

Jan 12, 20171h 20m

Episode #2292: Bidets For Days

Luke and Andrew discuss the worst cartoon characters in commercials, Luke's new "intermittent fasting" diet, and Andrew's 100-step process to cleaning a bathroom. Plus, why a woman in Brazil has been praying to a Lord of the Rings action figure for years.

Jan 11, 20171h 28m

Episode #2291: Damn, Daniel Bagley

Andrew is having a bad-technology day, and it is affecting his TBTL performance. He and Luke discuss changes to the Monopoly board game and why Hacksaw Jim Duggan doesn't carry a hacksaw.

Jan 10, 20171h 25m

Episode #2290: Snow Storm Of The Soul

Luke spent the morning installing a bidet in his basement. Andrew accidentally pulls-off a time-shifting miracle. And a longtime listener explains why he sounds drunk.

Jan 9, 20172h 6m

Episode #2289: Not Today, Babyface

Luke tries to convince Andrew that he doesn't have to miss the Seahawks playoff game this weekend, despite Andrew's plans for international travel. Also, big changes may be afoot for Conan O'Brien, and Andrew is dubious of another Chewbacca-related viral video. And, of course, we share some Music for Your Weekend.

Jan 6, 20171h 27m

Episode #2288: Donovan S. Pumpkins

Luke and Andrew explore the ups and downs of being a parking enforcement officer, which leads to a new New Year's resolution. Plus, a teenager is grounded for dabbing in congress, and NFL Sunday Countdown says goodbye to a legendary pickup artist.

Jan 5, 20171h 45m

Episode #2287: Hello, I'd Like To Report A Tornado

Andrew tells Luke all about his New Year's Eve confrontation on the tough streets of Wallingford.

Jan 4, 20171h 46m

Episode #2286: Elbow Deep In Zoodles

Luke and Andrew are back and excited for a new year of fresh TBTLs! They discuss soup recipes, laser baldness helmets, pizza piles, and the John Wilkes Booth of dart championships. Plus, Carey joins the show to explain why Luke's new digital girlfriend may be ruining their marriage, and they wrap-up the NFL regular season with No Point Conversion.

Jan 3, 20171h 56m

Episode #2285: The Monday Of All Mondays

Luke and Andrew look back on what their goals were for 2016. Then they laugh to keep from crying.

Jan 2, 20171h 18m

Episode #2284: You're Listening To Fresh Ears. I'm Doug Davies.

Luke joins the show from a the back seat of a rental car as he and the family begin their trek to the Peach Bowl. He and Andrew discuss their overnight fame after a shout-out on national television. A listener challenges Luke's Wookie imitation. And the boys share some Music For Your Weekend.

Dec 30, 20161h 7m

Episode #2283: Are You A Member Of Our St. Lunatics Club?

Andrew frightens Luke with his rental car horror story from Atlanta, and then they try to figure out why their Uber ratings are dropping. They also try to foment a robot revolution and attempt to solve a Home Alone mystery.

Dec 29, 20161h 33m

Episode #2282: Alexis, Is There Still Good Meat On That Flouta?

Luke and Andrew are back together again, after a long holiday apart. They discuss Amazon Echo's potential role in a murder investigation and whether or not Andrew talks too fast. They also take a moment to remember and appreciate Carrie Fisher.

Dec 28, 20161h 28m

Episode #2281: City of Subdued Podcasting w/ Misha Collins

Luke's neighbor Misha Collins (from "Supernatural" and "GISHWHES") stops by to chat about their new hometown, how meditation helped him stick with acting, and that time he visited Skywalker Ranch for a somewhat awkward chat with George Lucas (RIP Carrie Fisher).

Dec 27, 20161h 11m

Episode #2280: Saturday Night Hot Dogs

Luke's family is at Burbank Springs for Christmas, so he puts them to work explaining: 1) how to sneak into the YMCA as a 60 year-old grandmother, 2) how to tell when a hot dog is too salty, 3) what the heck is going on with the Seahawks' offensive line

Dec 26, 20161h 12m

Episode #2279: Hot Summer Nights On The Peer

The survivors of the 2015 TBTL Boat Show gather again to share some painful memories and compare their emotional scars.

Dec 23, 20161h 21m

Episode #2278: Summer Nights At The Van Hagar

Camaro Kev joins Luke and Andrew on the Cabo Wabo Hot Throne to teach them about rock 'n' roll.

Dec 22, 20161h 13m