In Part 2 of their season 2 debut, Chris and Tom give their takes on Russia: How profit-driven corporate media has muddied the situation literally beyond comprehension, how might the situation escalate or resolve, what the effects would be on the rest of the world, and why unilateral authority will always be a grave problem. Are we really watching the the final gasps of imperialism?  And though it currently yields massive engagement, could exposure fatigue lead to a point where an actively...

They're baaaack! The duo kicks off the premiere of their second season on as upbeat a note as ever with a two-part episode about Death.  Specifically, their own brushes with mortality, how corporations can exploit the innate human fear of death for big profits, and how one of December's biggest news stories, the 3-d printable Suicide Pod, might be the final frontier of bodily autonomy.  Also discussed are new trends in baby names and the oligarchy's push to get you back in the office...

With the bizarrely warm weather, the total lack of snow (at least here in the northeast US), and a possible resurgence in the pandemic, it's understandable if you're not really feeling the Christmas spirit this year. But fear not friend! Chris and Tom have you covered: from Christmas movie ideas, to favorite (and also least favorite) holiday songs, to new pitches for Christmas movies that are sure to be classics, and why Christmas spirit as a whole has experienced a "fall-off" over the past...

Drunken Fights! Hot Dice! Coolers Full of Dead Bodies! On this 30th Episode special (even though that's technically a lie because it's not really episode 30), Chris and Tom recount the many tales of debauchery from a recent voyage to Atlantic City, discuss how disciplinary action can help to mend the sometimes-less-than-honest perception that the public can have for a certain industry, and wonder what the actual odds are that this very podcast would survive a whole 30 (or so) episodes. Both...

This Thanksgiving, it's easy to be disenfranchised by the current state of world affairs.  But if the past is any indication, we should be thankful now, because nobody knows what the future has in store! In this episode, Chris and Tom reminisce over the last 21 years and name something from each year that they're thankful for.  Favorite movies, favorite albums, favorite memories-- take a stroll with Chris and Tom through the past 21 years, and maybe you'll recall something of your own to...

You've probably heard the percentage of Fortune 500 CEOs that are psychopaths can range from 1 in 25 to as high as 1 in 5, depending on the survey. Have you ever wondered why? Chris, despite having a terrible day, and Tom tackle the possible reasons behind it, why and how those behaviors are incentivized, and how we can discourage this kind of manipulative mentality through compassion and camaraderie to create a better work environment for everybody. 

Chris and Tom are joined by Matt Levy, friend of the show and automotive technician-turned-tool salesman, to lend an insider perspective on why car repairs can be so expensive, why the right tools for the right job are so important, what the uncertain future of the automotive industry and right-to-repair legislation could look like, and how, ultimately, time is money--- Or, more specifically, how labor time is your money. How does the business of tool sales work? What other roles can the tool...

Don't shoot the messenger!  Chris and Tom tackle gun safety from a layman's perspective, and really reiterate the importance of safety basics-- as well as the necessity of trained union workers-- in doing so. But does the media play a role in how this issue is presented? And what, if anything, does the gun-owning public take from it all?

Frights and delights abound on this All Hallow's Eve special. Chris and Tom pick Halloween-themed topics at random to discuss, from worst horror directors to which candies are sure to get your house TP'd. So come along through the winding forest path, on a dark and stormy night--or in your warm car on a bright morning, if that's your thing--for the spookiest episode of the series yet! Did we miss anything? Or maybe you want to deride our bad takes?? Let us know on Facebook (or Meta or...

Chris and Tom continue the discussion regarding the cancellation of famous people over the contentious errors of their past, examine how to measure the impact of these incidents, and consider what "redemption" would actually look like for different people---if they should even get it at all. The episode contains explicit language.

Was there a word that you weren't allowed to say growing up because it was a "bad word?" Yet nowadays, you'll see it 3 times before you've even started on your morning coffee. Words, meanings, connotations, and even bad-ness are always changing. Some people face a serious predicament when a quote from their past is unearthed in the present, and they find themselves on the wrong side of an etymological evolution. Chris and Tom tackle the fluidity of language in today's episode and wonder, if...

This week, join Chris, Tom, and a live studio audience (of canines) as the topics of movie franchises, the economy, disgraced celebrities, aging gracefully, and living your best life are all discussed among a common thread: Maybe we all just care a little too much.

With vaccine mandates sweeping the nation,  Tom and Chris weigh in on what they mean vs the argument for bodily autonomy, what kind of precedents are being set with the termination of those who are opting out of the vaccine in New York, and how it all boils down to affect you, the individual. Regardless of your stance on vaccination or if it should be mandated, this is a can't-miss episode!

 Disney politically corrected who?  Is there something we don't know about medical industry worker shortage?    A disagreement postponed to next week?  TV, music, movies-- hidden meanings are everywhere in media. From what's in a name, to Tom's new YouTube channel Lyrics Decoded, Chris and Tom discuss the deeper meanings that aren't always visible upon first glance. 

In spite of society's advancements, many of the problems that plague us today either existed several years ago or are a slight variation of some problem that did. Shouldn't we have figured it out by now? Chris and Tom discuss why the solutions are only as good as who they really benefit, and how, more often than not, big problems equal big business.

From the cries of people who are seemingly, somehow, for and against bodily autonomy at the same time; to beloved movies now being edited to maintain relevance in an age of increased socio-political scrutiny; to mandates that are supposed to protect people at the cost of their livelihood: This week, Chris and Tom tackle the ironies of the current social landscape.

Chris and Tom follow up their previous episode on the Box with the sequel/prequel, and dive into the merits of cutting out differing opinions from your circle vs keeping them around. Other topics include an armchair analysis of Afghanistan, and how a global setup of circumstances that point to a repeat of the early 2000s could deliver much worse consequences this time around.

Original release date May 1, 2021.  Sound is now Mastered for a clearer listen!   Chris and Tom's first podcast!  From the next James Bond to a discussion on the current housing picture, Chris and Tom reminisce the history of Time Out and talk it's future along with sharing some opinions on pilots, pop culture and America's beloved ex-CEO.  Oh and, of course, Tommy's weekly tirade.  

Vaccines.  Politics.  Ethics.  Let's face it: The discourse that surrounds the hot-button issues of today is caustic enough to ruin relationships.  Friendships, family unity, professional relationships, romantic relationships-- nothing is safe from the divide that can result from a difference in opinion.  Or, is it?  In keeping with the show's tradition of avoiding structure, join Chris and Tom for the first discussion of a topic so important it earned a two-part episode, of which this is...

Original release date May 2, 2021.  Sound is now Mastered for a clearer listen!  Happy Resignation Mr.  Cuomo.   The media will have an easier time making excuses for Cuomo's sexual harassment scandal than coming up with excuses for the Oscar's ever declining ratings.   Chris and Tom discuss a corporate turn on renovation loans in the future and CEO's super pay.  Is Chris slowly becoming a communist?  Will Tommy's tirade hit a soft spot from the past?  Will Aldo's shoes ever make a quality...

With another possible wave of the pandemic on the horizon, rampant wildfires across the western US and Canada, corporate greed at all-time-highs, an eviction moratorium possibly foreshadowing homelessness for thousands, and billionaires' focus aimed at space, Chris and Tom analyze the state of absurdity with which society is presented.   What is the media's role in responsibly presenting a state of emergency?  How are politicians, banks, and major corporations alike responsible for the...

This week, Chris and Tom are joined by comedian actor and writer Jason Felix in a discussion of what actually makes comedy funny.  What are the responsibilities of a comedian to their audience, and vice versa?  How does comedy fare in the limelight of a harsh social climate, and what truly makes a joke good or bad?  Then, Jason talks about his career, his tips for finding comedic inspiration in a sometimes murky world, and the importance of putting yourself and your art out on the world's...

This week, Chris and Tom count down 12 notable examples of a phenomenon best described as "The Cosby Effect," where celebrities, public figures, and the wealthy manage to wriggle out of taking accountability or receiving justice for even some of the most heinous misdeeds.