TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

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.

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.)

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

Andrew and guest-host Phyllis Fletcher talk about this weekend's big fight in Vegas. Plus, we revisit the epic schoolyard fist fights of our childhood and Phyllis explains to Andrew what a slam book is.

According to a new website, Luke and Andrew are aging much quicker than they thought...which also may affect their relationship with music, according to new research. Plus, Luke gears up for what may be the most crazy Vegas weekend in the history of Vegas weekends.

Luke has a new hero. His name is Carl, and he punched a bear. And if you don't believe Carl, you can ask his friend, John. ALSO! Luke and Andrew help solve a listener's personal problem, and a teenage witch enters Andrew's life.

Andrew tells Luke about Mr. Worldwide's unlikely newest fan. We listen to the quietest game in Major League Baseball history, as the Orioles and the White Sox play in a completely empty stadium. A Bud Light ad campaign is accused of contributing to rape culture. And Luke says goodbye to Facebook forever.

Luke calls his wife, Carey, and asks her if he's too fat. She is taken aback. Plus, Luke and Andrew discuss the flip flop controversy they ignited on yesterday's show, and they dissect this week's Game of Thrones episode in their regular Tuesday segment, A Song of Ice and Spoilers.

Today we learn: 1) That Luke and Andrew are bad at asking questions, 2) How to be a jukebox hero, and 3) You never, under any circumstances, want to see Andrew's feet. Luke and Andrew also discuss Bruce Jenner's ABC interview and Brad Pitt's unfortunate accident over the weekend.

Luke spends a lot of time yelling at clouds today. He and Andrew talk about why modern teen idols aren't doing it right. Plus, they dip into a raging debate over how and whether people should clean their ears. And Phyllis stops by to share some morning zoo memories.

Luke and Andrew kick off the show with a healthy portion of lunch shame. Then they dissect Robert Downey Jr.'s decision to end a TV interview abruptly. And we hear what may be the worst 2 minutes and 39 seconds of radio ever broadcast.

We take our obsession with magician El Ropo to a new level by getting him on the phone and asking if we're creeping him out. Plus, DIY car repair is going the way of the dodo, and Luke and Andrew are no help.

Andrew finally gets his record player in the mail, which means he can subject all the listeners to his favorite 30 year-old Cleveland Morning Radio Bits. Plus, TBTL debuts its new Tuesday Game of Thrones recap: "A Song of Ice and Spoilers".

Luke and Andrew are blown away by a TBTL cartoon created by listener Erik. Plus, they get into a fight over Conan O'Brien's online behavior and Luke explains the origins of his boat.

Luke, Andrew and Camaro Kev hit the high seas (aka Lake Washington). They record their adventures breaking into (and out of) marinas and their encounters with savage tapas.

Luke and Andrew record from the bleachers of an empty Safeco Field, home of the Seattle Mariners. They discuss knuckle-cracking, sleepovers, and why the heck they're sleeping on a boat tonight. Also, Luke met the most interesting man in the world (pictured below.)

Luke and Andrew realize that gyrocopters are a real thing when one lands on the U.S. Capitol lawn. Now Luke wants one. Plus, Andrew learns that he shares an accountant with a truly scary celebrity. And Luke explains why he has 1.3 years to achieve all of his life goals. Here's a random YouTube video of some dudes flying a deathtrap gyrocopter.

Luke is obsessed with a Los Angeles cougar, and it's not a lady of a certain age. Or is it? Plus, he and Andrew dole out some lunch advice and dissect a new video that supposedly shows Dennis Quaid losing his cool.

TBTL friendo Dan Pashman of The Sporkful stops by to talk about bullies, donut shops and a man who went to great lengths to cheat at chess. Plus, we announce a special TBTL event and Luke and Andrew geek-out on last night's Game of Throne's premier.

This episode was missing from the TBTL archive, so the original title and description are missing. It was uploaded on April 30, 2025.

Luke deals with the massive internet outage that hit Seattle today. He joins Andrew from a sweltering car in Capitol Hill to talk about the proper way to quit Facebook and one man's fashion nightmare come true.

Luke and Andrew discuss an unfortunate tribute to Lucille Ball that is causing trouble in Celoron, New York. Also, Andrew tries to come to grips with a new reality, and Luke offers advice to a potential Port Townsender.

Luke and Andrew debate the comedic brilliance of the Dukes of Hazzard and whether "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" contributed to the suicide of someone it parodied. Plus, Andrew is mean to children again, and Luke wants to get his hands on a weck sandwich.

Luke and Andrew explain why grown men were wetting their pants at Wrigley Field yesterday and why airport food has gotten better and -- thus -- worse. Plus, how the singular Michael Keaton made Saturday Night Live must-see TV this weekend and whether Twin Peaks has a future without David Lynch.

Luke, Andrew and Phyllis discuss the very first time liquor touched their lips. Plus, a Price Is Right mess-up only fuels Andrew's game show passions.

Luke gives Andrew advice with some issues he's having with his landlord. Plus, scientists discover the time of day when we're all the most chillaxed, and Luke give's Jay-Z's new music service a spin.