Fresh Catch 2.0

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As Dr Dave prepares for his COVID jailbreak he still has not recovered his sense of smell. David thinks there might be some line of income to be harvested from this malady. But this investigation requires a degree of empathy, something that - as was made abundantly clear during this episode - neither Dave possesses to the satisfaction of others. Especially women. But think about it: Don't we all find some glorious, deranged comfort in being so unique that no one really understands us? Of course, God has a different take…

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Who else would you rather listen to after a day that will go down in our nation's infamy? We sure needed to laugh together and determined to do so without ignoring the heaviness around us. Life is hard. As the wisdom of experience teaches, we will certainly get thunder-jolted by events beyond our control. Pay attention to what matters most; there's inexplicable joy to be shared in our journey together with God.

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To be fair, David gave credit to his buddy, Jeremy, for being a funny writer. But not every fashion designer can strut the sell on the boardwalk; that's why David makes money doing comedy and Jeremy just makes money. Lots of laughs today, as befits a wrap up to one of the toughest years (collectively) we've ever seen. Lord, please give us a new storyline for 2021!

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It seemed like a good idea. We two Davids invited each of our two sisters to join this Christmas Eve podcast. Call it a COVID family workaround for the holidays. For any who wonder what makes us boys tick, this episode offers major archaeological discoveries. The stories were flying. And in the spirit of Christmas, David revealed how his Granny – while proudly displaying her freshly painted nativity creche – uttered just the right words, fit for the season … if you're a sailor. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

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LISTENER ALERT: We hope not to offend any listeners…ever…but the toes we targeted to pounce on today are those of white religiously devout males over 50 years old. Is this a cohort that deserves some scrutiny? Especially by two white males over 50 who are arguably, but also questionably, "religiously devout" themselves. In fact, during this episode, we two Daves (not to be confused with the seasonal song about a trio of kings) went out of our way to prove that we deserve to be excluded from this description.

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It was a Fresh Catch first as the Davidic duo was joined by Huntington mayor, Richard Strick, for a lively exchange about the burdens of leadership during COVID. With refreshing transparency, David's neighbor and Dr. Dave's former student gave us a peek into the how and why of issuing executive orders about mask-wearing…listening to those who disagree strongly…and the need for comedic contributions as we engage public life together. In case it comes to fruition, you can hear the moment when David lobbied the mayor to host a stand-up gig in the vacant lot nearby. Awkward…

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Thanksgiving is history; it's time to get back in shape. David's confessed love for the McRib aside (he's chasing a product endorsement), he found another gear of indignity as he reflected on how his beloved son, Alex, not only inconvenienced him during this holiday visit, he showed NO respect for Mrs. Pickles. Chant Thompson got a shout out for being a ridiculously willing thrill seeker…if by thrills you mean camping out all night before a Ponderosa grand opening. All of this, by the way, took place while Dr Dave was trying to get some steps in on the treadmill – a sight that surprisingly unnerved David.

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David's compassion from the last episode carried over at the beginning of our time together as he asserted his intent to care more by listening more. Then he told a fresh story about his shorts…which led into other stories about bygone shorts…which led to him refusing to accept that Haitians watching him on the toilet and asking him if he was OK was a form of love that listens. Here's hoping you have a love-loaded Listenfest around whatever social distance Thanksgiving table you are able to enjoy!

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As all 24(? … ±) loyal Fresh Catch pod-heads know, we two Daves  relish the unrehearsed, free-flowing conversational improv that happens when we press "record" each week. While the chat snakes its way toward Destination Unknown, we often find ourselves moving from giggles to guffaws. Our delight is that we didn't plan for it; we're just riding the wave together. So this episode is a bit unusual, leaving Dr Dave to wonder if an intervention is afoot.

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Playful bantering among friends. That's what you can expect from a typical FC2.0 listening experience. So apologies to those who tune in for light-hearted fare and are horrified as you witness a friendship strain under the weight of accusatory questions. Were the Daves divided? Will they weather this stormy encounter? Prayers welcome…if you can laugh and pray at the same time.