Happy Halloween week! We're getting into the spooky spirit with some wild trick-or-treating facts, a recap of Erin's trunk-or-treat experience, and a trip to a nature-themed Halloween event at Hawk Mountain. We also trade stories about our very different childhood trick-or-treating memories. Then, Erin shares what it was like cheering at the Bethlehem Running Festival, where some runners were offered beer and Fireball mid-race. After a quick rant from Mike about why tea should be cheaper than coffee at restaurants, we give you the latest updates on the sports world. We discuss the emergency funding that finally allowed Grand Slam Track to pay its athletes (at least partially) and Fred Kerley's decision to join the Enhanced Games for a big payday and equity in the company.
Things get weird as we discover a new, high-anxiety sport for butlers called "Tray Defense" and unpack the lawsuit claiming Arby's doesn't exactly have "the meats" it shows in its ads. We then take a horrifying journey back in time to explore the bizarre, savory gelatin "salads" of the 1950s—yes, we're talking tuna and olives in Jell-O. We also debate a new discovery of dinosaur footprints, a strange new world record for fist bumps, and share a collection of hilarious stories about parents who are hilariously bad with technology. Of course, it wouldn't be an episode without a Dan update, covering everything from his unconventional marathon training to his latest real-life superhero moment involving a fish hook and some impromptu surgery. We also cover a cool free trade skills program being offered by Home Depot and wrap up with a heartwarming story about a man who thrifts Halloween costumes all year just to give them away to his community for free.
Happy World Statistics Day! In this episode, we kick things off with a celebration of stats before sharing how a nor'easter completely washed out some big birthday plans. After a necessary rant about a brutal week for Philadelphia sports, we break down the impressive new women's only track event, Athlos, and its massive, instantly paid prize purse. In other wild business news, find out which nostalgic tech company just bought the Fyre Fest brand and what their bizarre Web3 plans might be. The conversation then gets strange as we explore the shared dream phenomenon of "Mall World" and its endless, creepy public bathrooms, which leads to a PSA about a real life rest stop. We also demystify that scary feeling you get when a plane takes off, explain the controversial new AI video app "Sora," and ponder a new robot chef that might not be as helpful as it seems. Plus, we've got stories on ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter's marathon debut, the genius invention of Cheeto proof pants, a potential new segment called "Dan Says," and a confirmation of why apple picking is, and always will be, a scam. We wrap the episode on a high note with an amazing story about a five year old sprinter who gets the hero's treatment every day after school.
We kick off this episode by not kicking butt at all, as technical difficulties try to take us down and one of us recovers from a week-long cold. Erin tells us about her local Oktoberfest, a story that involves parking in a farm field , a dreaded shuttle bus full of drunk people , and a confusing "cashless" system that requires you to blindly buy tickets to purchase anything. We check in on Dan's very questionable marathon training, which involves no socks , a straw hat , and a unique fueling strategy. In a case of "mom and dad are fighting" , we break down the lawsuit between Strava and Garmin over features like heat maps and segments. We also touch on the Phillies in the playoffs , a clever "tush push" fake out from the Eagles , and a potential match fixing scandal shaking up the NFL. Things get even more obscure as we uncover the high stakes world of competitive parallel parking and a cheating scandal that has rocked the World Stone Skipping Championships. Erin also recounts a trip to the tourist packed town of Jim Thorpe that ends with trespassing to see a bald eagle. We discuss the catharsis of a "scream club" in Chicago , and debate the merits of suing corporations over moldy cookies. Finally, we share a rant about misleading survivalist videos , learn the shocking singular form of "pierogi" , and end on a wholesome note with a video of an elderly woman becoming the main character at a block party.
Shout out to teachers on World Teachers Day! We dive into our weekly rants, this time targeting the absolute uselessness of clothes irons and the infuriating scavenger hunt required to find a menu on a restaurant's website. Dan signed up for the Philadelphia Marathon months ago and just started training. Harry Styles' runs a sub three hour marathon under a bizarre alias, we break down the controversial new qualifying times for the Boston Marathon, and share the heartbreaking story of a runner who qualified but missed the registration deadline by minutes.
We discuss a hilarious viral video of two friends choosing their NFL team for the season based on some... questionable criteria and give a beginner's guide to the world of fantasy football. We also celebrate an epic "big boy touchdown" by the Eagles' Jordan Davis that you have to hear about , introduce you to our new favorite NFL owner, the badass Carly Irsay Gordon of the Colts , and tell the wild story of a 16 year old Giants fan who went to extreme lengths to get a coach fired.
We also recap the Women's Rugby Championships , discuss a top US sprinter's controversial decision to join the "Enhanced Games" , and explore the surprisingly intense viral competition known as "Tinter Battles". Of course, we had to do a wellness check on our favorite "billionaire boys," so we recap Mark Zuckerberg's hilariously awkward and failed AI glasses demo. This leads to Erin believing she was personally targeted by Zuck's algorithm for making fun of AI. Finally, we wrap things up on a high note with a "No Bad" story about a resident's heartwarming gesture for an elderly couple that is guaranteed to restore your faith in human
In this episode, join us for one of our most epic and exclusive adventures yet as we travel to Akron, Ohio, the rubber capital of the world. On of our goals for 2025 was to get a ride on the Goodyear Blimp, and this episode, we make that dream a reality.
It's the first day of fall , or as some people weirdly call it, "autumn". We get into the dread of seasonal depression as the days get shorter and share a truly chaotic story after Dan decided to seal the entire driveway by himself. Shoutout Bucky.
We finalize our road trip to Akron, Ohio, to hopefully podcast on the Goodyear blimp! We're a little concerned about the passenger rules apparently. We also had to get a few things off our chests, from the bizarre rise of AI-generated podcasts to an update on that podcaster who fakes their numbers and somehow landed a Spotify deal. To prove we're still a sports podcast, we talk about the return of the Women's Professional Baseball League and read off a list of the wildest names in college football, including "General Booty" and "Dude Person". We wrap it all up with a great story about NFL player DK Metcalf, who learned American Sign Language to connect with the deaf community and trash-talk his opponents on the field.
Happy National Farm Animal Awareness Week, everyone! In this episode, we're both running on fumes. Mike just got off a redeye flight, having slept maybe three hours total, and is in physical pain. Erin has just returned to normalcy after a week-long "crash out" that started when something fell out of a kitchen cabinet. This was all happening while she was also having a nightmare with QuickBooks and her taxes, manually entering transactions and spending days dehydrated at a co-working space to meet the deadline. Meanwhile, Mike was in Seattle and Bellingham for a wedding, staying in a beautiful, architect designed house on a lake that had some definite signs of wealth. Biggest problem was the Wi-Fi. We also share our thoughts on a rather sad whale museum he visited that had a comically small TV for its theater.
We then get into some planning for our upcoming trip to Ohio to ride the Goodyear blimp, debating whether we should fly or drive. We give a PSA for the upcoming Track and Field World Championships in Tokyo before diving into some NFL stories , including a niche Philly Eagles bar in Tokyo , Jalen Hurts' mom's unhinged TikTok posts , a breakdown of which NFL stadium has the most expensive hot dog and the cheapest, and the hilarious story of Hunter Renfrow missing calls from the Panthers because his daughter was watching Bluey. We also react to a bongo performance of the national anthem at a hockey game and give an important update on Erin's garage toad, Toady. We discuss the controversy surrounding comedian Hannah Berner, who is being accused by fellow comedian Kim Congdon of not paying $10,000 for jokes used in her comedy special. We also celebrate the return of the viral "Krispy lady," who finally tried a Krispy Kreme donut. We cover some interesting competitions, like the world record for the fastest 100 meter dash on Legos barefoot and a high stakes boat docking competition in the Chesapeake Bay. We also talk about the man who breakdanced during a city council meeting to protest a property tax hike. Finally, we share the incredibly wholesome tale of a mom who asked the "workmen of the world" to help convince her son to take naps.
In this episode, we're back to recording remotely from separate coasts. We kick things off with a rant about the annoying aspects of air travel, the absurdity of an $84 hotel breakfast buffet, and a creative marketing idea that Cracker Barrel missed after trying to change its logo. A major topic is the controversy surrounding David Goggins, as we discuss recent allegations that he is a "deadbeat dad," watch his on stage response.
In sports news, we get an update on the Grand Slam Track payment failure, with a New York Times report revealing that a primary investor pulled out after the first event. We also explore the intense drug testing protocols for USATF athletes with a breakdown of "whereabouts failures," and discuss a statistic that of the 30 fastest 100 meter sprint times, only nine were run by a clean athlete, all by Usain Bolt. The Enhanced Games are back in the news, as we cover their lawsuit against organizations like World Aquatics for discouraging athletes from participating.
We also cover a strange record for the most hot dogs dropped from a helicopter, the Goodyear Blimp ride we have scheduled, the FTC suing gyms like LA Fitness for making memberships difficult to cancel, and a bizarre Zillow listing of a house covered in gold foil. We wrap up the show with a "No Bad, No Sad" story about a NASCAR pit crew helping an opponent's team during a race.
We kick things off with a controversial takedown of Canadian geese and why we'd rather deal with mallards. We also debate the viral video of a jazz band playing on a delayed flight, is it a joy filled party or an overstimulating nightmare? In sports, we answer a listener's question about her husband watching too much NBA, MLB, and college football, and discuss the controversy around Serena Williams promoting a GLP-1 weight loss drug, including shocking revelations from influencer LaToya Snell about deceptive ad practices. We also dive into the online discourse surrounding running brand Tracksmith and their "inauthentic" new trail shoe. Plus, we share the inspiring story of an 88 year old woman ending her 45 year run streak, a German TV show about competitive shopping cart returning, and a heartwarming video of sanitation workers racing a little boy on his bike.
This episode kicks off with a recap of a chaotic week hosting 12 family members, which led to a chance encounter with an Instagram follower who gifted us a sailboat. We share a surprising family connection to one of the real life 1916 shark attacks that inspired the movie Jaws, and tell the story of Bucky’s lost dog harness that miraculously washed ashore five days later. In sports, we break down the drama from the track world, discussing the shockingly low prize money at the USATF Championships and the disappointing news that Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track is unable to pay its athletes. We also cover the viral video of NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch breaking his collarbone while celebrating a win, and USA Weightlifting’s official statement against the controversial Enhanced Games. Plus, we review documentaries on Liver King and Shaq's revival of Reebok, explore Strava’s list of the world's most popular toilets for athletes, and laugh at a list of clever ways to "rage bait" a man all while navigating multiple kid related emergencies in the background, including a minor kitchen flood.
On this episode of our sports podcast, we break down the controversial viral video from the US Track and Field Championships involving long jumper Tara Davis-Woodall and social media personality Coach T. We provide the full context behind their confrontation, including Coach T's history with Tara and her husband, Paralympian Hunter Woodall, and explain why she was right to defend her space. We also discuss the post race drama between sprinters Noah Lyles and Kenny Bednarek, (Kung Fu Kenny) analyzing "the look" and the shove that has the track and field world talking ahead of the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
In the world of team sports, we get excited for the NFL preseason as fans of the Philadelphia Eagles and share why football is the perfect sport to follow. Plus, find out why the Philadelphia Flyers NHL team is training with UFC fighters to improve their on ice fighting skills. We also cover the wild story of a fan getting tackled while trying to crash the Tour de France finish line and chat about the new Travis Barker 5k race series.
We have a hot take on fajitas and the scam of pick-your-own fruit, then dive into a chaotic parenting story about a missing Croc that required a full photo investigation to solve. We also share an anecdote about meeting new neighbors, the pressure of adopting a dog, and Bucky's interesting bathroom habits. We wrap up by discussing ESPN's new "ESPN8: The Ocho" lineup (did they steal our idea?) and share a heartwarming story from Holiday Inn about how they create adventures for lost stuffed animals.
This episode kicks off with the chaos of recording at the shore house, complete with technical difficulties and a full house of kids. We give a shout-out to everyone training for a fall marathon in the brutal summer heat. We then break down the surprising highlights and upsets from the US Track and Field Championships, including some nasty falls and impressive victories. Find out how much it would cost to get your logo on a Formula 1 car and the mind-boggling logistics of moving the entire race from city to city. Learn why a stretch of highway in Pennsylvania was probably shut down because of hot dogs. We also touch on the wild story of the Astronomer CEO who is suing Coldplay after being caught on the kiss cam. Plus, we explore the niche world of professional fingerboarding, the incredible skill of a hockey stick manager, and share a must-have item to keep your beach umbrella from flying away. Finally, we share a heartwarming story about Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and a special gift he gave to a long-time supporter.
It's our 200th episode! To celebrate this milestone, we’re bouncing around meaningful spots on the island that started it all. We’re diving down memory lane, sharing our top five memorable podcast moments, without spilling them to each other beforehand. We kicked things off at the boat ramp, narrating some high stakes boat launching drama like it’s a legit sport. Then we hit Barnegat Lighthouse, where we relived Erin's miserable 18-mile race in pouring rain and coastal flooding. Oh, and it’s Bucky’s 7th birthday! Our pug’s living his best life with a bandana, dog cookies, and a squeaky banana toy that sent him wild. We went through a bracket of life’s most annoying moments. Mike also plays Roblox for the first time and tries to understand what it even is.
We drive to Dover Delaware to the Dover Motor Speedway for our first Nascar experience. We were given a tour of the fan zone which had motorcross shows, diving shows, the largest rubber duck, bumper cars, funnel cake, a beach, and shark week even had a presence. We interviewed Ricky Stenhouse Jr. where we asked him some hard hitting questions, some of which were from Erin's kids. Then we took a golf cart onto the track and were able to talk to some pit crews and fans. We were sweating the whole time. The heat was unreal, meanwhile the pit crews and drivers are fully suited up. The race was one of the loudest coolest things we've witnessed. After the race was over we sprinted out of there to try to beat the traffic only to get stuck in some of the worst traffic we've been in. Thank you Will and Speedway Motor Sports.
We're pulling back the curtain on the internet tricks you're falling for. We dive deep into the world of "clip farming," where people are faking podcast appearances to build credibility, and discuss the marketing machine of hiring overseas editors to flood social media with content. The conversation on authenticity continues as we break down the story of the 9 to 5 influencer who lost his audience after quitting his job to pursue social media full time. We also tackle the latest news on the potential TikTok ban and its rumored replacement, "M2." Then, Erin shares a chaotic and relatable journey of being forced out of athleisure and into the world of corporate fashion, detailing a sweaty shopping trip in Manhattan with a stylist , the frustrating search for a last minute tailor , and the struggle of finding clothes that don't make you want to "throw up." Plus, we debate the true color of tennis balls (are they yellow or green?) , celebrate National Junk Food Day , and share our mutual anger about having to exercise just to avoid back pain and a downward mental spiral.
Bucky has a scare (fireworks induced, per the vet). Erin consumes too much sodium. Her shore life brings fireworks mishaps, nosy neighbor watch, and a free couch score. The Savannah Bananas’ Banana Ball revolutionizes baseball with wild rules like no bunting, sprinting on ball four, and fans catching foul balls for outs. We want VIP tickets! Philly’s getting a WNBA team in 2030 (maybe the Philadelphia Freedom?). We go over some fun name suggestions. Lululemon’s suing Costco over Kirkland dupes of their designs, sparking debate on innovation vs. imitation. Joey Chestnut downs 70.5 hot dogs (buns included) for his 17th Nathan’s win, leaving us wondering about the aftermath. Wimbledon’s 55,000 used tennis balls become cozy homes for harvest mice. Noah Lyles faces Olympic pressure due to sponsorship stakes, and robot soccer in China ends with stretchers and zero goals.
We recorded this episode from the sweltering driveway at the shore. Erin vents about a frustrating Uber Eats delay that left her coffeeless. We have a special guest...Bucky, snoring beside us. Erin becomes a spay and recount a local parking dispute that spiraled into yelling and a police visit. Erin shares updates on her summer fitness journey, including an unexpected push-up challenge. We dive into local gossip about sky high lot prices and dock disputes, plus broader topics like the recent Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez wedding in Venice, Italy, which we heard cost between $50 million and drew A listers like Oprah, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Tom Brady, though it sparked protests from locals over its extravagance. We also touch on Olympic running debates, like a potential Tyreek Hill versus Noah Lyles race and a swimmer’s inspiring story from the 2000 Olympics. We discuss odd findings, like more microplastics in glass bottles than plastic ones and ghost kitchens hiding behind fancy names on delivery apps. Steve from Blue’s Clues is starting a new podcast for adults. Erin reads a Benjamin Franklin book to her six year old at bedtime.
Erin is broadcasting from a beach house with no AC, and recounts her stressful NYC photo shoot. Erin meets up with Kelly Roberts for dinner and a spontaneous trip to the Comedy Cellar.
Grand Slam Track partners with Sundial Media for 2026, promising athlete focused sponsorships after canceling their LA event. Faith Kipyegon’s sub 4 minute mile attempt gets Nike’s high-tech support, including a 3D-printed sports bra. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders score a 400% pay raise for 2025. John Cena’s viral Fanatics Fest photo op gets unfairly criticized. A man proposes to his AI (with a real wife and kid). A heartwarming brand initiative in the Czech Republic offers free sports gear rentals via lockers to boost accessibility.
Happy National Hydration Day. Erin gets sent a Prime Hydration package. Erin takes her kids to a nostalgic trip to a local fair with rickety, dented rides.
Q&A tackles DNF’ing a marathon (wear it proudly), Reebok’s discontinued 9-inch Lux shorts (no pockets for women!), and running breaks, weighted vest walks are Erin’s fix. Erin announces her “Seeing How Strong I Can Get By Doing The Least” series, a 30 day minimal effort plan.
Erin reveals she’s writing a book with local co writer Amy (Shoutout Amy), due spring 2027. Her kids play a “wombat game,” mimicking wombats’ butt smashing prey killing tactic on bouncy balls. Erin binges HBO’s American Paul, a reality show about Logan and Jake Paul’s family, hooked by their relatable marriage and kids phase despite their unhinged dad.
Sports talk heats up: Ashton Hall, the viral Saratoga Springs water guy, loses four races to streamer IShowSpeed, who raced Noah Lyles and wants Usain Bolt to coach him for the Olympics. Clara Adams, a 400m state champ, gets disqualified for spraying a fire extinguisher on her shoes post race (a nod to Maurice Greene), sparking outrage over track’s prudish rules. Coco Gauff’s French Open win comes with a tiny “teacup” trophy, not the massive one shown on TV, baffling Erin and Mike. Chess boxing, a 2003 Berlin born sport alternating chess rounds and boxing knockouts, gains a cult following via TikTok. Grand Slam Track’s LA event cancellation shocks the duo, who loved the electric Philly event; Michael Johnson cites financial strategy for 2026, but rumors swirl about investor issues.
In the “In This Economy” segment, Erin rages at Klarna’s name and predatory buy-now-pay-later model, with users defaulting on debts. The US penny faces extinction by 2026, costing more to produce than its worth. Aldi faces a lawsuit from Mondelēz (Nabisco) for copying Wheat Thins, Oreo, Chips Ahoy, and Nutter Butter packaging. A heartwarming No Bad moment features an Amazon driver invited to a Memorial Day cookout by a hospitable family, loading his plate with chicken and corn amid mamba sauce chats, 19.4M views prove its viral charm.
Kicking off with World Sea Turtle Day, Erin shares her Puerto Rico protest adventure, joining locals to save sea turtle eggs from a beachfront pool plan. Erin’s new “dense bones, dense brain” fitness series features weighted vest walks to boost bone density, alongside a strength training routine (lower body, core, upper body, HIIT, yoga). Erin forgets their daughter’s field trip shirt and learns their son has an unannounced birthday party to attend. A near disaster unfolds when their 15 foot sailboat, crashes off its trailer. Dan and Mike nearly burn down a shore house cooking.
Sports talk dives into the Enhanced Games (May 21-24, 2026, Las Vegas), an Olympic style event allowing “safe” doping like testosterone, with $500K prizes and $1M for breaking non-doped world records in swimming, track, or weightlifting. The NFL’s tush push drama sees most teams vote to ban the Eagles’ signature play. A viral hurdler’s gymnast trained tumble wins a race, staying in her lane. Gianna Mari, a Long Island high school senior, dominates race walking, winning two national mile titles.
Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen’s lost and Erin is obsessed with the video. A Crumbl Cookie franchise owner in bullies a lash business owner over $1,000 in gift cards meant to cross-promote, threatening lawsuits despite prior approval. An influencer who called NYC creators boring loses her job at a luxury brand. CNN reports arsenic in store bought rice. A French bulldog named Dale surfs in the live action Lilo & Stitch after answering an Instagram ad.
