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Episode #1902: The Second Duke of Para La Bukay

Luke says the New York Times is lying to him on their "frequently asked questions" page. He also says we all need to calm down about Atticus Finch and Happy Meal toys. Meanwhile, Andrew tries to talk a listener off the edge and accidentally kills a beloved cartoonist.

Jul 13, 20151h 32m

Episode #1901: Montana Microcast

Luke joins the show from the side of the road, somewhere in Montana, with a dying computer battery and a dirty pair of shorts. He updates Andrew on his adventures, and then they discuss what they will do when his battery dies. Which, of course, it does.

Jul 10, 201552 min

Episode #1900: Say Hello To My Little Crêpe

"Ask Amy" advice columnist Amy Dickinson recently fell for a prank based on the worst film ever made. She joins the show to explain what happened and to take this week's TBTL quiz. Plus, Luke and Andrew discuss coffee shop time limits and the highest-profile donut scandal since Golden Tate got the munchies.

Jul 9, 20151h 9m

Episode #1899: Check The Pleats

Luke joins the show from Infinite Guest headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. He and Andrew discuss surprise pleats, the science of narcissism, and a story involving Magnum P.I. and a fire hydrant.

Jul 8, 20151h 7m

Episode #1898: North Of Our Understanding

Luke joins the show from Madison, Wisconsin, as his road trip across the country continues. He and Andrew discuss Pizza Hut protocols, a man who flew through the sky on a homemade balloon chair, and Luke's conspiracy theory involving a Broadway puppet show.

Jul 7, 20151h 22m

Episode #1897: A Buick Encore And A Dream

After a series of misadventures, Luke hits the road in a rented Buick Encore and begins a journey across the United States of America. He checks-in from Kendallville, Indiana, where he may be renting Corky St. Clair's apartment. Plus, he and Andrew announce the details of the 2015 Song of the Summer contest!

Jul 6, 20151h 21m

Episode #1896: Adam and Steve and Brandi

Luke is back! He joins us from the Chautauqua Institution in western New York. Andrew offers him advice on how to handle a road trip with Robert Pinsky and how to survive a 4th of July weekend alone. Plus: guacamole controversies, bubble wrap nontroversies, and a debate over polyamory.

Jul 3, 20151h 10m

Episode #1895: It Takes A Lot To Make A Clunker

Stu "The Stu-Bot" Neuman joins Andrew to talk about the latest bit of brilliance from Stephen Colbert, who took over a cable access talk show in remote Michigan. Plus, the origins of a joke about ping pong balls, an awkward interview with an angry football coach, and a movie trivia game like no other.

Jul 2, 20151h 2m

Episode #1894: Big Meaty Paws

Stu "The Stu-Bot" Neuman joins the show today to discuss the correlation between water parks and ill-advised tattoos. Public radio celebrity John Moe stops by to chat about his new podcast all about the cartoon "Adventure Time." Plus, the name of a dog has Stu hopping mad, even though he doesn't want to be angry on Canada Day.

Jul 1, 20151h 1m

Episode #1893: What To Expect When Expecting A Podcast

Luke checks in from New York City (NEW YORK CITY?!) to talk about his experience at an adult summer camp he visited recently. Plus, he and Andrew discuss drones falling from the sky and the poopiest race in the world. And they also dissect the latest episode of True Detective, probably for the last time.

Jun 30, 20151h 15m

Episode #1892: Portraits In Over-Thinking It

Andrew and Phyllis take over the show today to talk about proper employee management techniques and the difference between a muumuu and a housecoat. Plus, TBTL breaks its silence on the Supreme Court's same-sex marriage ruling and why a seemingly unpopular album is topping the charts.

Jun 29, 20151h 8m

Episode #1891: Bros Before HR

MSNBC's Chris Hayes joins the show to receive the prestigious "TBTL Profiles In Going For It Award." Plus, he and Luke face off against Quizmaster Andrew in a battle over obscure flag knowledge. And Luke's mom Susie explains how she plans to crash a Christian gathering on the high seas.

Jun 26, 20151h 0m

Episode #1890: Just the FAQs

Luke and Andrew explain a new TBTL experiment they're about to undertake. Plus, one of the world's most famous pop-artists is wanted in Detroit, and Ben Affleck's racist ancestor is causing problems for public broadcasting.

Jun 25, 20151h 13m

Episode #1889: Doctors Without Boundaries

Luke and Andrew talk about a real news story so creepy, it's guaranteed to give you goosebumps (or your money back.)* Plus, doctors are caught saying some pretty cruel things to a patient they are operating on. And Andrew is clearly on the wireless spectrum. *DISCLAIMER: Goosebump guarantee not valid in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, or Wyoming.

Jun 24, 20151h 29m

Episode #1888: Oh What a Feeling When You're Standing Near the Ceiling Fan

Luke and Andrew provide a helpful guide to eating fast food during road trips. Luke explains why he had to reprimand some young ladies in a Chicago McDonalds. Andrew is diagnosed with "food aggression issues." And Pete Rose is still signing autographs at a small table in Las Vegas.

Jun 23, 20151h 18m

Episode #1887: Never Do Anything Out of Hunger

Luke and Andrew try to invent a word to describe how they feel about Marc Maron's interview with President Obama. Pridejealousy? Plus, we delve into the much-lambasted second season premier of True Detective.

Jun 22, 20151h 27m

Episode #1886: A Cockatiel Named Kangaroo

Luke and Andrew wake up bright and early to bring you another Morning Zoo edition of TBTL. Today they tackle the important issues of emotional-support-kangaroos, Brian Williams' apology, and why you should never throw away underwear in a hotel room.

Jun 19, 20151h 9m

Episode #1885: Jukebox Judas

Andrew make a big mistake in one of Hollywood's most revered watering holes. Luke considers joining the Chicago Blackhawks for an evening. Plus, in depth analysis on Kim Kardashian, Brian Williams, and how to be just-lonely-enough in a hotel room by yourself.

Jun 18, 20151h 21m

Episode #1884: Dog-o-logical Clock

Luke and Andrew address the "skip-gate" scandal that has been rocking the TBTL community. Plus, Luke wants to Rachel-Dolezal himself into Steph Curry's family. And we learn that Andrew's dog-o-logical clock is ticking loudly and proudly.

Jun 17, 20151h 21m

Episode #1883: The Wig Party

Two of the whitest podcasters around weigh-in on race identity vis-à-vis Rachel Dolezal. Plus, a man whom shall not be named has thrown his toupee into the presidential ring. And Luke and Andrew recap the Game of Thrones finale with the latest installment of A Song of Ice and Spoilers.

Jun 16, 20151h 47m

Episode #1882: Hide Your Eggs, Hide Your Wife

Our friend Aaron Roden of the Air-Raid podcast joins the show today to play a few rounds of Internet Family Feud. Plus, he and Luke and Andrew discuss their successful and unsuccessful attempts at cheating in high school. Also, eggs are weird.

Jun 15, 20151h 15m

Episode #1881: Blues Hound Benefactor

Luke has a very strange encounter at a remote gas station. He and Andrew discuss that and the story of an NAACP chapter president who's apparently been lying about her race. And we say goodbye to one of Luke's favorite wrestlers.

Jun 12, 20151h 12m

Episode #1880: Boom Shakalaka

Luke finds himself near the Canadian Border, while Andrew finds himself near the Elation Border over his jigsaw puzzle progress. Plus, Nobel Laureates Say The Darndest Things and the listeners weigh on Luke's Marco Rubio comments, and mis-use of "schvartz".

Jun 11, 20151h 28m

Episode #1879: Complicated Meat Systems

Some of the latest details about the New York prison break are downright bonkers. Luke and Andrew discuss that, and they debate whether or not the New York Times is being unfair to one of the GOP presidential candidates. And listeners weigh-in on yesterday's pork talk.

Jun 10, 20151h 19m

Episode #1878: Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Monk

A news story about pigs has Luke questioning his pork consumption, and Andrew thinks he wants to go to Disneyland for some reason. Plus, Jerry Seinfeld says colleges aren't comedian-friendly, and a Khaleesi named Daenerys goes on a dragon ride. (One of those topics is related to Game of Thrones, btw.)

Jun 9, 20151h 50m

Episode #1877: Making Wind on the Mic

Luke and Andrew discuss this weekend's big prison break in New York State, Stephen Colbert's new podcast, and the TBTL dress code (pants are preferred.)

Jun 8, 20151h 34m

Episode #1876: Flapping Our Yaps

Luke, Andrew and Phyllis flap their yaps about a new invention that helps you drink water, canned crowd noise at graduation ceremonies, and what Flavor Flav's Linked-In profile might look like.

Jun 5, 20151h 1m

Episode #1875: Luddites, Landlubbers, and Fools

Angry customers are suing a restaurant and its waiter for spitting in their drink. Luke and Andrew discuss that. Plus, Luke takes his tape recorder out to the launch of the Race to Alaska competition in Port Townsend. And our friend, comedian Andy Haynes, drops by with some dating advice.

Jun 4, 20151h 15m

Episode #1874: Improvement Opportunities

Andrew and the Stu-Bot take over TBTL today to discuss one of the most spectacular displays of anger on a baseball diamond that we've seen in a long time. Plus, Tom Petty rejoins his old, old band from the 1970s. And Stu-Bot will answers all of your ridiculous questions about his personal life and fighting ability.

Jun 3, 20151h 12m

Episode #1873: Tango and Resentment

Luke and Andrew discuss a high school student who decided to ask a girl to prom in the best or worst way possible. They also agree that Nora Dunn is real and that Andy Richter should follow Luke on Twitter. Plus, an epic installment of our Game of Thrones segment, "A Song of Ice and Spoilers."

Jun 2, 20151h 43m

Episode #1872: Do You Even Cab, Bro?

Luke surprises Andrew with a story about potential fisticuffs over Andrew's honor. Then they discuss exploding buildings, an ill-fated romantic comedy, Brian Williams' future, and a very confused FIFA official.

Jun 1, 20151h 21m

Episode #1871: Peripathetic

Luke, Andrew and Phyllis meet up at a Seattle cafe to recap last night's big TBTL Mariner's event. They also discuss gritty tourist destinations, Luke's online behavior, and questionable piercing decisions. We also learn that Phyllis is "half tattoo on her mom's side."

May 29, 20151h 5m

Episode #1870: Unaccompanied Major

Luke and Andrew drive around Seattle before tonight's big Mariner's game. Luke takes us to the location of the now-infamous "crying tree" that he planted years ago. And he explains why he should never, ever, ever be allowed to babysit or own a scooter.

May 28, 20151h 8m

Episode #1869: Art Garfunkel Reads A Poem About Zebras

Luke and Andrew are fascinated with a recent interview with Art Garfunkel, who seems to be turning more bitter by the minute. Plus, they examine their feelings about the destruction of an iconic TBTL hangout.

May 27, 20151h 8m

Episode #1868: The Fanciest Lad in All of Koreatown

Luke and Andrew discuss the pope's TV watching habits and find themselves in a name-that-TV-tune situation. They also review an official American Pie time conversion table and review this week's Game of Thrones episode.

May 26, 20151h 39m

Episode #1867: T-Shirt Insecurities

Luke and Andrew discuss tonight pants, tonight shirts, and proper attire for greeting your significant other at the end of the day. Plus, Luke travels to L.A. to interview the owner of his favorite bar.

May 25, 201547 min

Episode #1866: Nightmare of Funmare?

Luke, Andrew and Carey take the Myers-Briggs test to learn more about their personalities. Phyllis calls-in to back-up Andrew on a very contentious issue. Also discussed: new drivers ed rules, overpriced hot dogs, and bad customer service.

May 22, 20151h 30m

Episode #1865: Lock Up The Dirt Mound

Luke and Andrew dissect David Letterman's final broadcast and also discuss a naked man at an airport.

May 21, 20151h 27m

Episode #1864: Andrew Is His Own Drunk Stepdad

Luke begins the show by exorcising Andrew's demons the old fashioned way. Plus: Jay-Z has angered a famous artist, Radio Shack has angered the FTC, and the NFL has angered Luke with a rule change.

May 20, 20151h 2m

Episode #1863: Where the Streets Have Some Names

Luke asks Andrew to fill him in on what he's been missing since Luke shut-down his Facebook account. This leads to a discussion of birthdays, trigger warnings, and Luke's ongoing beef with Peter Sagal. Plus, a new Boy Scouts policy has Luke perturbed. And we wrap up with a graphic edition of A Song of Ice and Spoilers.

May 19, 20151h 47m

Episode #1862: Player Hating of an Unnecessary Variety

It was a big weekend for television. Luke and Andrew discuss Louis CK's provocative SNL monologue and the news media's coverage of it. Plus, Mad Men wrapped up its final season. Andrew tries (and fails) to stay positive in his review.

May 18, 20151h 7m

Episode #1861: Never Pause for Laughter

If Luke were born today, his name would be Javier. If Andrew were born today, his name would be Luke. But one thing is for sure: Luke rejects the nickname "Bathroom Burbank." He and Andrew wrap up the TBTL-a-Thon with a conversation about that, aging rock bands, and True Detective Season 2.

May 15, 201552 min

Episode #1860: From a Bathroom on a Hill

It's day 4 of the TBTL-a-Thon! Luke joins the show from Chicago, where he set up a temporary podcasting studio in a hotel bathroom. He and Andrew discuss big news regarding The Simpsons and the fate of Johnny Depp's dogs. And we finally hear the voice of Infinite Guest blogger, Stu-Bot.

May 14, 20151h 27m

Episode #1859: Fireball and The Burbs

Luke and Andrew break out their slide whistles, air horns and 5:20 Funnies for a special morning Zoo Crew edition of TBTL. Plus, Adam Sandler says goodbye to David Letterman, and scientists may have found a new way to kill earworms. Also, our boss stops by with an update on the TBTL-a-Thon and the future of our employment.

May 13, 20151h 1m

Episode #1858: Pro-Pig Platform

Luke's mom joins the show with some advice on how to get people to donate during the TBTL-a-thon. Plus, Andrew discusses the possibility of a pig entering his life, and we offer the latest edition of A Song of Ice and Spoilers.

May 12, 20151h 50m

Episode #1857: Public Radio Hype Man

It's day one of the TBTL-a-Thon! In an attempt to encourage you to support the show, Luke and Andrew deliver stories of airline chicanery, a Columbo-esque murder plot, and Alec Baldwin's pronunciation of "quinoa." Plus, the best public radio fund raiser in all the land calls-in to offer us some advice.

May 11, 20151h 26m

Episode #1856: Carvey McBadparent

Luke and Andrew discuss one family's dubious method of tooth extraction and compare it to their own. Plus, we solve a listener's dilemma over her newly-infamous neighbor. And Luke spends his special day in birthday anonymity then drinks dirty water through a high-tech straw.

May 8, 20151h 23m

Episode #1855: It's 3 O'Clock Somewhere

Luke is on the road, reporting a story for a major TV news network. He joins Andrew from San Francisco to discuss his travels, deflate gate and the creepiest McDonald's marketing campaign ever.

May 7, 20151h 27m

Episode #1854: Twitter Twouble

Andrew is learning how to tie his shoes while Luke also patiently teaches him how to talk gooder. Plus, the boys deal with a sudden onslaught of fake Twitter followers, and the World's Best Bartender reaches out to the show.

May 6, 20151h 3m

Episode #1853: Grow the Beard, Take the Ride

Luke is back from Vegas, where he found himself involved in two different auto accidents (Don't worry! He's fine!) Plus, he and Andrew debunk a disgusting "news" story about beards. And they delve into this week's episode of Game of Thrones in a segment we call, "A Game of Ice and Spoilers."

May 5, 20151h 26m