What happens when Greg has a dream involving his mom, a groundhog, a possum, a tornado, a destroyed house and a dead neighbor?

Naturally, he asks ChatGPT what it means.

In Episode 93 of Welcome to the Suburbs, Greg shares one of the strangest dreams he’s had—and the surprisingly thoughtful interpretation that followed. What starts with animals wandering through the bedroom turns into a conversation with Andy about grief, caregiving, childhood, writing Measured Breaths, and whether AI can actually help us better understand ourselves. 

Then things get considerably less introspective.

The Welcome to the Suburbs Facebook page has attracted some new “professional podcast promoters” promising thousands of downloads, real subscribers, five-star reviews and Apple Podcasts chart rankings. Greg puts his digital-marketing background to work and starts asking questions.

That’s when Ella—and eventually Ling Con—begin to unravel.

References? Maybe.
 Twenty thousand downloads? Absolutely.
 A three-day free trial? Of course.
 Finding the podcast link on the very Facebook page where the podcast link is posted? Apparently too difficult.

And then comes a greeting for the ages:

“Nine hope you’re well.” 

Dream interpretation, artificial intelligence, podcast scams, digital marketing, childhood memories and Andy trying to keep up with all of it.

Just another week in the suburbs.

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What happens when someone promotes themselves to Walmart management and gives themselves free groceries for five months? Andy and Greg begin this episode with a ridiculous news story that somehow feels completely believable.

Then the conversation heads back to St. Louis, where a simple dinner with a longtime friend turns into an unforgettable comedy of errors. A missing cutting board. A chef’s knife hidden beneath appliance manuals. A house without a bowl big enough for a cantaloupe. And a lesson in why some people should never be left in charge of the kitchen.

Along the way, the guys talk about:

• A fake Walmart executive who almost pulled off the perfect scam
• The strange psychology of clipboards and confidence
• Cardinals baseball, stadium entertainment, and T-shirt cannons
• Jimmy John’s vs. Wendy’s chili
• Imo’s Pizza and St. Louis-style pizza
• Aging, friendship, caregiving, and the unexpected humor hiding in ordinary moments

Listeners tell us Welcome to the Suburbs is as polished and funny as a good morning radio show. We’ll take it.

If you enjoy comedy podcasts, funny true stories, Midwest humor, suburban life, baseball road trips, and conversations that wander in the best possible way, this episode is for you.

Subscribe, leave a review, and share Welcome to the Suburbs with someone who could use a laugh. 

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Andy and Greg take Welcome to the Suburbs on the road for a weekend in St. Louis, where a Cardinals game, an IndyCar race, and an Airbnb named Blue Bliss provide plenty to talk about.

It starts with the three things kids ask for most at the grocery store and quickly wanders into conversations with strangers, awkward bathroom encounters, sensory overload at sporting events, autonomous race cars, rogue robots, dueling Roombas, questionable construction, and the mysteries hiding inside an Airbnb refrigerator.

Then Greg and Andy discover the Blue Bliss guest book—and learn that previous guests may have experienced a very different version of the property.

From BattleBots and baseball mascots to abandoned condiments and random bottles of shampoo, Episode 91 proves once again that Andy and Greg can go almost anywhere and find something worth making fun of.

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What should be a simple request to replace a business sign turns into a bureaucratic adventure involving city zoning, council members, the Mayor of Indianapolis, and a decades-old ballet performance in a tutu.

Meanwhile, Greg and Keely’s week spirals into chaos. A shredded tire strands their daughter on the interstate, a suspected gas leak sends Rosslyn Retreat guests scrambling, plumbers appear and disappear, hot water goes missing, and Booking.com somehow manages to create a double-booking nightmare complete with accusations, refund demands, and a guest who insists Greg is a “lying liar.”

Andy and Greg share stories about short-term rental ownership, city government red tape, home repairs, customer service disasters, and the absurd moments that somehow become normal when you’re living in the suburbs.

In this episode:

• The Mint Aesthetics sign saga
• Dancing with the Mayor of Indianapolis
• Zoning battles and bureaucracy
• The Rosslyn Retreat gas leak mystery
• Weekend plumber adventures
• Hot water headaches
• Booking.com double-booking chaos
• Difficult guests and refund drama
• Why every problem seems to arrive in groups of three

Life in the suburbs isn’t always quiet. Sometimes it’s Signapalooza.

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Carb Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway brings out the best—and sometimes the strangest—of humanity.

In Season 4 Episode 89 of Welcome To The Suburbs, Greg shares a Carb Day story involving Indy 500 traffic, an unexpected confrontation, and a reminder that patience isn’t everyone’s strongest virtue. From there, Andy and Greg explore the unique culture surrounding the Indianapolis 500, the annual migration of race fans, and the colorful characters that seem to appear whenever thousands of people gather in one place.

The conversation takes another turn when Greg recounts two bizarre encounters with the same mysterious customer at Lowe’s, raising an important suburban question: how much personal space is enough?

Plus:
 Indy 500 and Carb Day traditions
The Oscar Mayer Wiener 500 and Wienermobile racing
 Traffic, tailgating, and race-day etiquette
Funny observations from everyday suburban life
Real stories that are stranger than fiction

If you’ve ever sat in race traffic, shopped at a home improvement store, or wondered what makes people behave the way they do, this episode is for you.

Listen now and join Andy and Greg as they find humor in the wonderfully weird world of suburban living.  

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What do a fake funeral, a missing set of keys, a malfunctioning fitness tracker, and a neighbor obsessed with building codes have in common?

They’re all part of another unforgettable week in the suburbs.

In Episode 88, Greg and Andy share stories from the Mint Aesthetics & Skin open house, including an unexpected encounter with a neighbor who immediately critiques a questionable addition on the property. Greg also recounts his ongoing battle with a wearable fitness tracker that somehow records only 35 minutes of sleep a night while simultaneously grading his health.

The guys discuss a viral social media post from a driver whose car was towed from a handicapped parking space, a bizarre story about a manager who staged her own funeral to see which employees would attend, and Andy’s backyard mystery involving missing gate keys, lawn care crews, and a frantic search that ends in the most unlikely place.

From Broad Ripple real estate adventures to suburban absurdities, this episode is packed with humor, unexpected twists, and the everyday stories that make neighborhood life so entertaining.

Topics include:

• Broad Ripple and Indianapolis stories
• Fitness trackers and sleep monitoring gone wrong
• Viral social media posts
• Workplace culture and management fails
• Home ownership challenges
• Lawn care mishaps
• Funny neighborhood encounters
• Suburban life and comedy

Join Andy and Greg for another hilarious episode of Welcome to the Suburbs.

New episodes every Monday.

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In Season 4, Episode 87 of Welcome to the Suburbs, Greg and Andy catch up after time away from the studio and immediately tumble into suburban absurdity.

A simple evening walk with Geoffrey turns into an unexpected encounter with “Tommy Sue” — a woman tied to one of Indiana’s most infamous social scandals — complete with jet skis, renovation plans, and invitations to future dinner parties Greg may already regret accepting.

The guys also revisit the ongoing saga of “Jenny on the Spot,” the long-term Airbnb tenant whose stay at Ripple Avenue Suites spirals from water damage and drywall dust into missing furniture, abandoned family photos, police calls, lawsuits, and one unforgettable move-out.

Along the way:

• Dogs that understand how to spell W-A-L-K
• Neighborhood gossip and suburban mythology
• Open houses and rental headaches
• Police reports and scam artists
• The emotional rollercoaster of being a short-term rental host
• Why every recurring character eventually gets written off the show

Funny, chaotic, occasionally heartfelt — just another week in the suburbs.

Listen now and spread the laughter.

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It’s May in Indiana—and that means race season, road stories, and a few unexpected detours.

In this episode of Welcome To The Suburbs, Andy and Greg dive into the world of casinos, stand-up comedy on the road, and the strange economics of entertainment—from smoky gambling floors and bingo halls to low-paying gigs in paradise.

Greg shares stories from his years as a traveling comic—why some gigs aren’t worth the trip, what it’s like performing in casinos, and the reality behind “dream” destinations like Hawaii and Vegas.

Along the way, the conversation veers into:

• Indiana casino culture and proposed new developments
• The psychology of gambling (and why they hand you silver dollars)
• Comedy club economics and life on the road
• Family gatherings, awkward moments, and unforgettable exits
• The myth of “fun” at corporate events and conferences

It’s part storytelling, part stand-up, and part honest look at the choices we make—on stage, on the road, and at home.

If you enjoy comedy podcasts, stand-up stories, Midwest life, or behind-the-scenes entertainment talk, this episode is for you.

Subscribe, share, and help us spread the laughter.

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In this episode of Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg dive into a wide-ranging, hilarious conversation that blends real-life frustrations, generational insights, and everyday suburban chaos.

Greg shares a surprising reconnection with a complicated friend—exploring boundaries, emotional baggage, and what happens when old friendships resurface. The guys unpack generational labels—from Baby Boomers to Gen Alpha—and question whether any of them actually hold up in real life.

Andy brings the pain with a dentist visit gone wrong, proving once again that even routine appointments can spiral into unexpected misery. Meanwhile, Greg provides updates on “Jenny on the Spot” and the growing visibility of Mint Aesthetics, highlighting the unpredictable wins (and headaches) of running a small business in today’s world.

From inheritance shenanigans to youth sports intensity, this episode is packed with sharp observations, relatable moments, and the kind of humor that defines suburban life.

If you’ve ever dealt with family tension, questioned generational stereotypes, or just tried to get through a dental appointment in one piece—this one’s for you.

 New episodes drop bi weekly—subscribe, share, and help spread the laughter.

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Spring has officially arrived—and so has another wildly relatable, laugh-out-loud episode of Welcome to the Suburbs with Andy and Greg.

In Season 4, Episode 84, Greg shares the moment he got “fired” as the marketing director of Keely’s aesthetics business (yes, really). What starts as a business conversation quickly turns into a hilarious look at partnerships, communication, and knowing your lane.

From there, the episode takes a turn into classic suburban storytelling:

• A chaotic Florida condo check-in involving confusing elevator instructions and tech gone wrong
• Observations on vacation culture (including “Satan’s elevator” and stair-loving traditionalists)
• The ongoing saga of Jenny and a water leak at Ripple Avenue Suites
• Parenting flashbacks, baby-proofing battles, and the reality of generational differences
• And a deep dive into lake life politics—wake surfing, massive waves, and the fight to reclaim peace on the water

It’s funny, observational, and full of those “only in real life” moments that define suburban living.

Whether you’re a homeowner, a traveler, or just someone trying to make sense of modern life, this episode delivers humor, perspective, and a few well-earned rants along the way.

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