Award-winning comedian Augie Smith takes us on a humorous journey through the whimsical worlds of quirky furniture and stand-up comedy. We explore imaginative furniture concepts, like a gaudy Trump chair and a multifunctional Allison coat rack, while also delving into Augie's comedic beginnings and his evolution in the stand-up scene. As we navigate through the eccentricities of retail conspiracy theories, we debunk myths about Wayfair's alleged involvement in child trafficking and ponder the curious clustering of Mattress Firm stores. With engaging discussions on flirting in Trader Joe's aisles and deciphering store layouts, this episode promises a rollercoaster of laughter and insightful banter. Join us for a delightful mix of comedy, conspiracies, and quirky anecdotes that highlight the peculiar intersections of everyday life.

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Auggie Smith is an award-winning stand-up comedian known for his fast-paced delivery and sharp social satire. He’s the only comic to win both the San Francisco and Seattle Comedy Competitions in the same year, and he's a longtime favorite on The Bob & Tom Show. With appearances on Comedy Central and Last Comic Standing, Auggie continues to tour nationally, delivering smart, biting comedy that hits hard and fast.

RESEARCH
We do most of our research online… because why not? Here are the links we quoted from or used for background or inspiration.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2020/07/22/fact-check-wayfair-not-involved-child-sex-trafficking/5460739002/

https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/wayfair-trafficking-children/

https://www.politifact.com/article/2020/jul/15/how-wayfair-child-sex-trafficking-conspiracy-theor/

https://sell.wayfair.com/start-beginners-guide#:~:text=Drop%2Dshipping%20is%20Wayfair's%20primary,order%20directly%20to%20the%20customer

https://nypost.com/shopping/wayfair-furniture-review/#:~:text=For%20years%2C%20Wayfair%20has%20been%20a%20leading,always%20has%20a%20good%20sale%20going%20on

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