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Happy National Elementary School Teacher Day! We kick off this packed episode with a major announcement: Erin has been officially challenged to a 10K race by Southern Charm star Craig Conover. We share the audio from their planning call, where Craig breaks down his "Special Forces" training background, while we negotiate handicaps, specifically, forcing him to chug "Gatorade Milk" to level the playing field. We also discuss the charities we are competing for and Erin shares her own training rollercoaster, featuring a disastrous two-mile run followed by a redemption run fueled by Love Is Blind.

In running news, we discuss the Disney Marathon, the cool "Rally" app that lets you leave audio notes at mile markers, and Kelly K. Roberts' inspiring attitude after missing her Boston Qualifier goal. We then pivot to NFL news, celebrating the Eagles officially replacing the Cowboys as "America's Team" (according to view counts), mourning the firing of Mike McDaniel (and hoping he comes to Philly), and venting about the Kelce brothers getting the curling opportunities we deserve. We also critique the Winter Olympics, questioning why figure skating music still sounds like it's coming from a 1965 megaphone and demanding less sportsmanship and more drama from the skaters.

Finally, we debut a new segment explaining niche internet lore, breaking down the viral saga of the fallen Topgolf net, "Logan's Christmas Party," and why the entire internet is mad at a guy named Tony. "Tea Time" investigates a suspicious tank top scandal involving influencer Tara's World and a nurse who might not exist, and we wrap up with a wholesome "No Bad News" story about Eagles receiver DeVonta Smith performing a specific touchdown dance requested by his toddler.

Happy "Erin is Situationally Sad" Day! Erin is back from Puerto Rico, and Erin is coping with the return to reality by cracking open a full sugar Red Bull and spiraling slightly. We recount a vacation miracle where no one ended up in urgent care and a New Year's Eve marked by a massive beach bonfire and a terrifying text about "intruders" in the house. We also finally get closure on the "Drive Thru Trash Can" mystery.

In pop culture and sports, we discuss Erin’s refusal to watch Stranger Things because the characters are "too wet" and issue a warning about the show Dark Matter. We break down the viral race between streamer IShowSpeed and Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo, debating whether the Olympian tripped or just let him win. We also highlight a wholesome NFL moment where a trash talk attempt turned into a heartwarming compliment and review this year's most diabolical Fantasy Football punishments. Finally, we wrap up with Erin’s four step guide to curing sadness.

Happy New Year! We ring in the new year with a twist off champagne disappointment and a commitment to embracing the struggle. We review our 2025 resolutions, celebrating a shocking victory involving the Goodyear Blimp while admitting defeat on our gym consistency, and set new, oddly specific goals for 2026. Erin also goes on a passionate rant about the "rage" of physical limitations during yoga and the stress of friends who refuse to sync their digital calendars.

In sports news, we dig into the messy bankruptcy filing of Grand Slam Track, exposing the staggering amounts owed to athletes and media companies (including a $3 million marketing bill) and discussing the drama unfolding on Threads regarding undisclosed sponsorships. We also debate the purpose of those mysterious trash cans in drive-thru lines and share a childhood fear of stuffed animals. Finally, we determine the ultimate "worst sound when overstimulated" in our bracket segment—pitting shoe squeaks against loud dishes—and close with a high energy "No Bad News" story about a music teacher turning his kindergarten class into a techno rave.

Happy Last Episode of the Year! We spiral immediately upon realizing it is "National Still Need To Do Day," leading to a panic about our unaccomplished goals for 2025 and a decision to simply give up and "eat plastic". We battle a snowstorm and a power outage to bring you this episode, featuring Dan eating toast in a full snowsuit while the driveway remains buried. We also discover the aesthetically pleasing perfection of the February 2026 calendar and update you on the Craig Conover race challenge (he's training in 63-degree weather; we are drinking Red Bull and Midol).

In sports, we analyze the conspiracy theory that HBO's Hard Knocks is rigging the Eagles' season for better TV ratings and obsess over the adorable new Winter Olympics mascot, Tina the Stoat. Erin shares a traumatic story about "shopping as a sport," which involved a declined credit card and crying in front of a stranger at the register. To close out the year, we run through a gauntlet of random headlines, covering the discovery of Travis Kelce's abandoned storage unit, the viral "science" claiming Nerds Gummy Clusters work like anti-anxiety medication, a man wearing 137 t-shirts for a half-marathon, an escaped lab monkey finding refuge in New Jersey, and a fascinating look at the efficiency of specialized China factories.

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas! We kick off this festive episode by debuting our Christmas sweaters and battling some technical difficulties with a new microphone that may or may not sound like a tin can... you let us know. We discuss the overwhelming stress of the season, the joy of receiving fancy hot chocolate from London, and why Erin refuses to drink eggnog. What even is it? We also get a major update on Dan, who has taken his obsession to a new level by building a luxury habitat for a toad living in the garage, complete with a moss dome, a pool, and a working miniature lamp post.

We then transition into a "Holiday Survival Guide," offering our best tips for enduring awkward parties, which mostly involves "dissociating," holding a phone as a shield, and finding an extrovert to cling to. We debate whether "The Grinch" is a name, a job title, or an ethnicity, and vent our frustrations about Apple TV holding A Charlie Brown Christmas hostage. Finally, we react to the terrifying Austrian tradition of Krampus runs (where people get whipped by demons), listen to a spam voicemail live on the air, and discuss the statistic that 1 in 4 Americans plan their entire Christmas Day around watching sports.

Happy National Regifting Day! We debate whether this holiday is actually placed correctly on the calendar while Mike battles a post Flyers game sickness with some "Immunity Boost" tea. We get a quick update on Dan, who has seemingly cured his post marathon injuries through fasting and is already planning to run Philly again. Mike recaps his very first hockey game experience, he also dives into the high stakes world of sports card collecting.

Things get weird when Erin reveals she has been publicly challenged to a race by Summer House star Craig Conover via Instagram. We discuss the diabolical terms of this "6k" challenge and brainstorm ways to make his travel to Pennsylvania as difficult as possible. We also check in on our favorite "fake" podcaster who is somehow charting on Apple with suspicious numbers and discover the electric world of Microsoft Excel Esports, where spreadsheet experts get intro entrances like pro wrestlers. In sports news, we clarify the misleading headlines about the "trailer park" athlete village for the Winter Olympics. Finally, "Tea Time" covers a controversial Turkey Trot prank that left a new girlfriend in tears , and we end with a wholesome clip of a coach's son dancing in the locker room.

We start this episode with a cautionary tale from Erin involving a neighbor's house, a craving for sweets, and a "healthy" brownie, leaving her traumatized for years. We also celebrate Erin’s co writer Amy running her first 5K, which leads to a recurring nightmare scenario: trying to explain exactly what this podcast is to confused strangers.

We then dive into our Thanksgiving recaps, discussing the "Brown Friday" phenomenon that keeps plumbers in business and the dedication of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade dancers who followed the "show must go on" rule despite a massive pile of fresh horse manure in their path. In sports news, we cover the potential bankruptcy of Grand Slam Track, the bizarre black market for marathon medals on eBay, and the controversy surrounding men running in a Nike women's only race. We also discuss a lawsuit claiming Nike Alphaflys caused a runner's stress fracture and question the wisdom of wearing brand new shoes on race day.

Finally, "Tea Time" returns with a wild story about a TikTok famous stylist charging $4,000 for hair she barely touched and a dark update on the "Sticker Gate" scandal. We wrap things up on a high note with a wholesome "No Bad News" story about the brotherhood of New York City doormen and a quick plug for the perfect White Elephant gift: the Pizza Pocket Hoodie (use code "NMONLY" at checkout)

It’s the Monday after Thanksgiving, and despite fighting off illness, jet lag, and some major technical difficulties with Riverside, we are here to recount Mike's trip to Japan and Dan's marathon finish.

First we insert a special pre-recorded segment breaking down Dan’s experience running the Philadelphia Marathon. We discuss the VIP bib upgrade that got him into a heated tent. Dan details his unconventional "Dan Method" of training (which we do not recommend), the horrors of the porta potty lines, and the physical toll of the final miles. Dan's experience getting hyped up from friends and strangers. Erin also shares her own embarrassing spectator moment involving a group of girls she thought wanted a selfie with her.

Mike kicks things off with a full recap of his travels, including the surprisingly difficult experience of "renting an old man" named Kenji to help navigate the train system (who ended up getting more lost than they did). He also shares stories about stumbling upon a bar in Tokyo packed with Eagles fans, the life changing magic of Japanese high tech toilets with "privacy sounds," and his visit to a TikTok famous 80 year old knife maker. We also discuss the chaos of Nara Park, where the bowing deer can get a little too aggressive, and the surreal experience of Super Nintendo World.

Finally, we wrap up with a strong recommendation for Vince Gilligan's new show Pluribus on Apple TV and explain why we’re skipping the "No Bad News" segment just this once.

Happy National Brand Day and Thanksgiving week! We are recording in person for another pre-recorded episode. We kick things off by sharing exactly what we are thankful for. We also discuss the unexpected joy of a silent school ceremony (and the rage induced when parents decide to talk through it) before asking for your advice on how to survive a surprise birthday party for a friend we haven't seen in years. Ferda returns with a beautifully written review of Arby's new nuggets.

In sports news, we vent a little about other outlets claiming to be the first to interview athletes like "normal people" and breakdown the Steelers' controversial uniforms that make the players look like they aren't wearing pants. We also dive deep into the wild "Sticker Gate" drama unfolding on Threads involving fake hate emails and a small business scandal, and question why research monkeys keep escaping from trucks on the highway. We discuss a class action lawsuit over $180 sneakers that won't stop squeaking, give you the lowdown on a new budget friendly running shoe from Reebok, and marvel at the intense 10 hour mud rubbing process required to prep an NFL football. Finally, we wrap up with a wholesome story about grown men getting excited over lollipops at the barber.

With Mike away in Japan, we're coming to you with a special pre-recorded episode that is all over the place. Erin kicks things off by sipping a new Apple Ginger Red Bull from a PR package she's still mysteriously receiving. Mike shares his anxiety about attending his very first HOA meeting. Erin then dives into a rant about the new digital pyramid scheme: people making $80k a month by selling courses that only teach other people how to sell that same course. We also debate why mocktails cost the same as cocktails, provide a major update on the "Fish Hook Man", and recount Erin's existential crisis at CVS after a pharmacist told her the computer "will decide if you're real" and then declared "you don't exist." In our science segment, a study on Olympic athletes proves Erin is an Olympian, which leads to us being grossed out by the fact that we have skeletons and blood inside our bodies. In honor of Mike's trip, he shares amazing facts about Japan, including an airport that hasn't lost a bag in 30 years, vending machines that provide free drinks during earthquakes, the ability to rent an elderly man for $6.58/hour, and the incredible story of a baseball fan who passed a home run ball around the entire stadium before it was politely returned to her. We also investigate why the NFL makes fans return footballs caught in the stands and rant about TikTok's broken algorithm. We end by discussing the "cinematic" old school heist at the Louvre and sharing a heartwarming video of a fisherman celebrating tiny fish just so they don't feel left out.