The Valleycast

With Joe Bereta out, Steve takes Elliott under his Twitch wings to teach him in the ways of the streamer. They talk about Celebrity Death Snatch, too! And the critically acclaimed movie Elliott just saw at Steve's behest, "Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie," which is objectively incredible. Thank you for your attention to this matter! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza http://twitch.tv/elliottmorgan

Steve and Joe talk about the old YouTube Space and how it represents a bygone era. They discuss what up-and-coming content creators should do and NOT do, AND Steve Zaragoza finally opens up about his traumatic spill onto the pavement that was caused by literally no one but him. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Steve's a redhead.

Joe and Elliott break down the cosmic and philosophical prank played upon Steve Zaragoza, during which he tripped off his scooter and had his forehead etched with what can only be described as a *****. Oh, and we talk about other stuff, like masks, and we giggle a lot. Because God loves us more than Steve. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Not that we didn't already know that.

In this little Valleysnack, Elliott revels in having his dissertation finally approved by his committee. So pull up a chair, crack open some crack, and come chill for a bit why don't you? Is this episode chaotic? Yes. Is it all over the place? Sure is. Absolute Batman rules. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Incredible episode, Elliott. Thanks, Elliott.

Something a little different... cause sometimes you just gotta talk it out. In this solo podcast, I discuss all the different types of anxiety I experience and then gameify that hell in meme tier list fashion. ENJOY. And you know... share your battles in the comments. Perhaps we can uplift each other. Peace!

In this solo edition of The Valleycast, Steve/Waldo Zaragoza discusses Jim Carrey's so-called face, stupid children, the God of War show, waffles, and new Scary Movie trailers. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed Steve/Waldo graciously filling in for Elliott Bereta and Joe Morgan. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza It's funny because I got the names wrong.

In this rousing episode of the Valleycast, Joe and Steve wish Elliott a happy birthday, and Elliott tells them of the time he stayed in the same hotel as hobbits and how... he will never... stop hunting them. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Looks like meat is back on the menu, boys and girls.

With Elliott galavanting across the country, Joe and Steve finally get to talk about their favorite subject: love. And the leprechaun from St. Patty's Day. And the Elf on the Shelf. The Chipmunk Adventure and, of course, its awesome soundtrack. Enjoy! And big thanks to Joe and Steve for holding the valleyfort down! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza I'm going to Vegas goodbye.

In this episode, Steve and Joe discuss Kevin Smith films, the Winter Olympics, biopics that ain't even TRUE, and Steve and Joe get into a screaming match, a real kerfuffle, about whether or not the movie ROLE MODELS is good. These goobers just won't stop goobin'! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza The neutron star at the center of the baby dimension

Have you ever gotten THIS call from your parents?! Elliott has. Hello, folks, and welcome back to the Valleycast. Who wants what roles from the Epstein files? There seem to be plenty of characters to go around, so just let us know what part you'd like to play, and we'll start the readthrough in about fifteen minutes. Thanks s'much. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza I think I'd like to play the = key.

Tired of all the DRUHAMA? Well, sit back, enjoy this podcast with Steve Zaragoza, Elliott Morgan, and Joe Bereta, opened with Rage Against the Machine's cover of NWA's "Eff the Pohlice" and ending with Joe Bereta splitting an apple in half with his bare hands. This is a good one for those audio listeners (it's not). Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza It's not.

In this solo Steve episode, Steve discusses his favorite movies of 2025 (like BUGONIA and FRIENDSHIP and SINNERS and MORE!) and his love of Arc Raiders! So sit back, enjoy the shenanigans, and drop YOUR favorite film in the comments below! IT BETTER NOT BE EBONY AND IVORY! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza No THANK YOU to Ebony and Ivory!

Joe and Elliott were totally abandoned by Steve on this podcast so they responded like professionals do... with meandering conversation covering topics ranging from the death of traditional celebrity to the existential rumination of "what's next?". They also talked about the importance of making a difference through community outreach and in-person interaction... LIKE THE TITLE SAYS, DUMMY! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Joe BREADuh lol

Steve and Elliott are back, it's 2026, and we're thriving. Oh, what's that? Joe slept in? Joe joins toward the end of the podcast?! We're discussing Stranger Things, Haha You Clowns, and all sorts of other treats? We're even discussing some of the GOOD THINGS that happened in 2025? Now that's what I call Now Music! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza All of today's GREATEST HITS!

A lot of podcasts don't upload this time of year. What are they afraid of? That's what I wanna know. We're out here, dropping podcasts on Christmas Eve. Why? I don't know. Bravery? Merriment? The male loneliness epidemic that we can only treat by way of weekly Zoom chats? You be the judge. Merry Christmas, you filthy beacons of stardust emanating light throughout the cosmos. You're all our north stars, you know that? And we're the wise old men. Following you. Forever. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza His name is BABY JESUS put some respect on his name

In this episode, Elliott tells the tale of the trickster Coyote and some of his myriad exploits, and he tells tales about his tailbone. Joe listens patiently, and the two share once more in a friendship almost as eternal as the Indigenous trickster himself--or herself, or themselves, of course. Enjoy your winter season, everyone, however you celebrate it. Amen. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza The proper term is Coyote First Person, all jokes here meant in good fun. Gods bless and happy holidays.

In this episode of the Valleycast, Elliott does a solo WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOE BERETA! That's right, folks. Today, it's all about hygiene, models (the tiny kind, not the pretty kind), millennial placating, and reading nice (?) comments from Elliott's fledgling but promising career as a hilarious political commentator. Isn't that fun? Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Most of the comments were about my crappy webcam, but I got a new one, so don't worry, people I've never met.

Today Steve and Elliott discuss their Thanksgiving holidays. Elliott had a lovely, relaxing day and Steve was viciously maligned by an infant. We also talk Disney Adults vs. Theme Park Enthusiasts, and then the chat turns into Steve explaining to Elliott how to go to the park, before ending on the nature of consumerism (because ultimately this show is about SUBSTANCE, folks) Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Substance, I say!

Today it's all about our buddy Matt Raub's CELEBRITY DEATHSNATCH! At least that's what I think it's called! I don't know! I wasn't there for this episode, but Joe and Steve were, so enjoy! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Death SNATCH?!

Today we don wigs, because it's been a second since we wore wigs. Have you worn a wig lately? Recreationally, I mean? It's a real thrill. But don't worry. Our hilarious wigs didn't stop us from diving into all sorts of new treats. We talk about Steve's new show, his vlog, and what we've all been watching, like It: Welcome to Derry. But mostly we talk about farts. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Farttastic episode.

STEVE HAS A NEW SHOW! CLICK HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@graybonesinagrave Also, Elliott died, but whatever. And this episode has Mike Flanagan, Critical Roll, and some friendly banter (NOT DYNAMIC!) about imposter syndrome, artistic insecurity, and Joe beating Silksong. Enjoy! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza I didn't die.

MOVIES! Today we're talking Weapons, One Battle After Another, and how Steve is becoming a bonafide member of his community. GOOD FUH HIM. Happy Halloween! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Handsy and Greta

Steve Scareagoza has compiled a list of his top 5 "must-see, lesser-known" horror movie classics! And talks about his "life hacks" for helping people enjoy scary movies, and feel comfortable in a movie theater! Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Steve Scaragoza

Joe and Elliott get completely out of their depth talking about things they have absolutely no business talking about. They should really keep their traps shut, I'm talkin' gorilla glued shit, but nah, they just keep yapping. But that's podcasts, right? We don't do FANCY SETS or COME PREPARED. Nah, we just read books that are randomly left open next to us while pondering the fickle nature of an AI that's only right 80% of the time (we're right 100% of the time, which is a different number) Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza AI wrote a description and spelled my name wrong. Nice.

WARNING: DO NOT stop in the middle of dissertation writing to talk about Taylor Swift on a podcast by yourself. You can't HANDLE it, Elliott. And OH, you're saying bad things about Taylor Swift? Well now we got Bad Blood, I guess. No, I love Taylor Swift. I do. I think she's fine. What wasn't fine was the series of propaganda campaigns that began in the 20th century and utilized fledgling mass media technology to turn the United States away from the idea of domestic economic programs. Crap, I did it again. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Roady P. Selling Selective Anti-Statism: The Conservative Persuasion Campaign and the Transformation of American Politics since the 1920s. Modern American History. 2023;6(1):21-43. doi:10.1017/mah.2023.3

As time passes and life's end comes into view, sometimes we develop pet peeves. But sometimes, if you're Steve, you develop a lot of them, and you tell your pals, Joe and Elliott, about them, and they listen to Steve, because they know it's important that he gets this stuff off his chest. It's called friendship. Grow up. Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza I said grow up.

In this episode, Joe and Steve talk about classic video games, the difficulty of Hollow Knight, Silksong, Dark Souls/Elden Ring games, Super Mario Bros., movie sequel trailer thoughts, AND the short movie Whitney Moore and Steve are making, with a crowdfunding aspect, SO HERE LOOK! A LINK FOR INDEPENDENT ART SUPPORT: www.steveyounextwhitney.com Music/SFX: If you like our sounds, sign up for ONE FREE MONTH on us at Epidemic Sound! Over 30,000 songs: http://share.epidemicsound.com/n96pc Follow The Valleyfolk across the digital globe: http://twitter.com/TheValleyfolk http://instagram.com/TheValleyfolk http://facebook.com/TheValleyfolk Follow the group on their personal socials: Joe Bereta: http://twitter.com/JoeBereta http://instagram.com/joebereta Elliott Morgan: http://twitter.com/elliottcmorgan http://instagram.com/elliottmorgan Steve Zaragoza: http://twitter.com/stevezaragoza http://instagram.com/stevezaragoza Elliott was unable to make it this week because his car died in the middle of a five-lane freeway and he was simply too traumatized to discuss the aforementioned topics which he also coincidentally knows nothing about.