In this episode, Rick sits down for an in-depth one-on-one with Pablo Gazmuri, AI & Healthcare Technology Leader at Microsoft. They dive into the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence—what it can already do, what’s coming next, and how it’s transforming the way we monitor and manage our health. Pablo shares practical insights into the future of AI-powered healthcare, along with tips on how individuals can use these tools today. The conversation takes a fun turn as they explore Pablo’s passion for astrophotography—and yes, Rick makes sure to ask him about aliens.

You've seen the altercation where a crazy lady get in a guy's face about a baseball. Now let's talk big picture here, she was wrong but is it alright for society to endlessly mock, condemn, and chastise her? 67% of the hosts of this show say, "yes!". Also, starting your day with a jump-scare, kids don't like starting school later, and getting your annual physical every seven years.

Most people in your community know where to find answers regarding town affairs. The others go to Facebook because, well, um, meh - we don't know. Liz presents a case study in passive aggressive bitchery (yes, that's a word). It's been going on for almost a week! Are these two "ladies" done yet? Also, Evan is mad that school starts before Labor Day and Rick is still reading the school emails that have flooded his inbox.

Everyone’s chasing happiness, but some folks need GPS. Rick brings an article busting the myth that minimalism brings joy, suggesting community involvement instead. Liz hates it for a billion reasons, and Evan’s just thrilled his kid’s at summer camp for two weeks.

Rick "went on vacation in Belmont, MA" and spent six days at McLean Hospital, a renowned psychiatric care, research, and education facility. He talks about what led him to admit himself, and walks us through the whole experience from intake to discharge. Did Rick come out a better man? You decide!

RICK'S MESSAGE TO LISTENERS - If you are suffering from depression and do not know where to begin recovery, please call 988. It is the mental health number for crisis support in the United States and is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. You can also reach out to the National Mental Health Hotline at 866-903-3787.

Sydney Sweeney wears jeans and some angry people made it about Nazis? Also, Rick and Mike share the gayest straight camping trip, and Liz sees Rod Stewart perform in concert at age 82.

A Mom stirs it up when she encourages her kid to fight his bully. Some parents love the idea while others think diplomacy in the principal's office is the higher road. Also, TV show recommendations, GILFS, and Rick emails his neighbors to complain about their landscapers.

Some parties are better than others. Just make sure your host knows you're on the invite list or they could have a mental breakdown. Hear the story of the nice mom with the antipasto salad that has everyone wanting the recipe. The host of the party is a putz. Also, Rick laughs it up with Kenny Bania from Seinfeld, Liz attends Wu-Tang's farewell concert in Boston, MA, and Evan drops science on skateboarding.

Rick hangs out with Carolyn Plummer. She's a 20-year veteran in the Boston comedy community and has travelled all over the country. Her biggest stage was Denis Leary's Comics Come Home 26 at the TD Garden for the Cam Neely Foundation. Rick and Carolyn also talk about the upcoming show they are doing together in Wolfeboro, NH with Steve Hytner, A.K.A. "Kenny Bania" from Seinfeld.

End of Days may be upon us because a pedophile was one "I do" away from tying the knot with a kid at Disney Land Paris. Also, Rick and Evan each have a hall pass for the same super model, which parlays into the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders, which segues into unhealthy body image expectations. Time for a donut.