Pillows and Beer with Craig Conover and Austen Kroll

Craig and Austen are debating when it is too early to set up holiday decorations. When do you do it and is before Thanksgiving too early? Craig then shares a travel adventure from this weekend as a trip back from a wedding did not go as planned. The boys close out the episode by sharing some Uber stories and answering some listener questions. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Craig and Austen are discussing traffic protocols and breaking points. We have all thought it, but how many of you have done it?...Seen that empty HOV lane and just gone for it when you are riding solo? The guys then talk zoos, run clubs, and answer who they think would survive in the wilderness between 3 them. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Attention Canadian Besties, Craig and Austen are proud to have continued their relationship with Hayu and are bringing a show to Toronto, Ontario December 2, 2024. For tickets, click the link at the bottom of the page. In this episode, the boys recap their time in London at the Hayu Fan Fest and all of the fun things they did, including driving a golf cart into the event. The guys then answer some of your bestie questions, which turns into a conversation about acting and how one friend in the group who you might think would be a very funny actor is the opposite. They then close out the show with a quick surprise guest. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Craig and Austen are going to London for the Hayu fan fest with other Bravo stars next week! In this episode the guys talk about their former trips to London and all the things they want to do this time. Send them any recs you may have. Later in the episode, Craig shares a new tik tok conspiracy and the guys talk some of their favorite and least favorite Halloween type movies and tv shows.

Craig and Austen open up this episode by discussing Craig's brother's wedding this past weekend. Austen and him talk about how fun October weddings in Charleston are and Craig shares some fun, personal stories from the wedding. This, of course, leads to a conversation of how similar Paige and Austen are which then transitions into a discussion over the new Kristen Bell show, Nobody Wants This. Many laughs are had as they talk about some of their favorite moments without any spoilers. Lastly, we want to give our thoughts to those affected by many of the storms that have ravished the East. If you cannot donate or give your time, we ask that you at least keep them in your thoughts and not forget them as the cycle continues.

In this episode, the boys reveal a few more dates for the tour before Craig gives a recap on what it was like throwing out the first pitch at the Orioles game. After the break, the guys talk a little football before giving their feelings on the new season of Southern Charm so far. Austen and Craig talk and share what they have done to not let the drama affect them after each week. Lastly, the guys begin to answer some of the great bestie questions we have received.

Relive 2023 with Pillows and Beer episode "Pressure Pitch" In this episode, the boys are talking newly released tour stops, looking at you Nashville and Houston. Craig then shares his nerves about throwing out the first pitch today at the Baltimore Orioles game and Austen gives him tips from his experiences with his first, first pitch. The guys then debate the levels of celebrity out there as they discuss the most recent Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumors. The guys have trouble fathoming the peace and quiet some people just will never get.

Craig and Austen discuss where they have been and the charity golf tournaments they have been playing in. Craig then recounts his experiences at his recent trip to Paris and his work there with the Paralympic Games. The guys then delve into their current TV lineup, discussing the new reality show about Mormon housewives on Hulu, a captivating documentary about chimpanzees to rival Tiger king, and the new Netflix murder mystery.

Fire up your nostalgia...In this episode, the boys are back in Charleston after a fun weekend supporting https://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/at their annual, charity golf tournament. The guys share stories of all the incredible people they got to meet and how Austen was pranked and roasted by everyone there. Craig and Austen then discuss the hurricane that is barring down on the south as Craig heads to New York and Austen plans to wait it out in Charleston. Lastly, the guys discuss grade school memories as Austen shares old photos and they talk about who they do and don't remember.

Fire up your nostalgia! This time last year...Hurricane season is upon us, and Austen is weathering Idalia in Charleston. Craig is up in New York for the US Open, but he joins Austen on the podcast to talk about the storm and other topics. Austen touches on what he is doing as he waits out the storm and Craig shares his thanks to the USTA Foundation for putting him up in a box for the day and all that they do for the sport. The guys then dive into some pop culture as they discuss angry neighbors and how to handle internet trolls. Craig, Austen, and Nick then get into an argument over which holiday has the best candy and how little Craig created the no dogs allowed in the pool rule. Lastly, the boys close out by ranking some more of the "icks" that you all wrote in.

Austen Kroll did a thing and could not wait to show the guys. What have you done recently in the spur of the moment? In this episode, Craig and Austen also talk about sequels vs the original and how to temper expectations and enjoy the show or movie. The guys then wrap up their conversation of what they want for a bachelor party and close out answering some dating and love questions from you all.

Austen Kroll is slowly turning into wheres Waldo as he is on the road again and we are left figuring out where he is. This time he is calling in from an RV as it travels through Virginia to see Phish in Craig's home state of Delaware. Craig then shares his latest travels with Austen as he has been in the islands for one bachelor party and is next off to Virginia for another. The guys then wrap up their Olympic talk by discussing one of the controverises and share some of the TV they are watching.

In this special episode, Craig and Nick are joined by Jerry for the first time in over 2 years. Jerry joins the guys to talk about what it is like being a new father and gives some advice while sharing some of his favorite memories already. Craig and Jerry then talk all things Sewing Down South as they tease a few upcoming releases and new projects they are working on. The boys then jump into random topics as they discuss some of the genii in recent Netflix docs and debate who would win in a bravo showdown between all the shows as Elon and Zuckerburg prepare for their own fight. Lastly, they end it with a bestie question filled with red flags.

Austen is trapped up in New York as Craig braces Debby down in Charleston. The guys catch up and talk about how they handle storms and how this one in particular gave Craig a jump scare. Austen then shares with Craig how he ran into someone who went to one of Craig and Korys house parties and was tricked into taking a certain shot way back when. The guys then get into some more Olympic talk and answer some what-to-do listener questions.

After scheduling delays and a hurricane, Craig Conover is starting a new podcast where he wants to help build a positive addition to your ecosystem, by sharing good news and happy thoughts. We have some heartwarming stories, inspiring questions from you, and great charities we would like to share with you.  In this episode, Craig talks about some romantic penguins, advances in different sciences, and answers some of your messages. (When you submit a message, please tell us if we can use your voice and if the message is private or something you are ok with being shared). If you would like to donate to this week's highlighted charity, use this link https://www.blessingsinabackpack.org/ways-to-donate/

Austen is finally excited to announce that Trophop can now be bought and shipped to 47 states in the US. Craig and Austen talk about all things from their favorite sports and moments to what sport they think each other would compete in. The guys then delve into what TV and Movies they are watching and how our household items are spying on us.

Austen Kroll got Scammed. Well...almost. Austen shares how Craig and he realized all too quickly how no matter how close to legit it may seem, there are subtle clues to look for as scammers get more and more creative. The boys then talk about some travels coming up as Craig shares that he will be traveling to Paris as he will be working with the 2024 Summer Paralympics. Conspiracy Craig then comes out as they discuss the technology collapse from over the weekend and whether or not there is a bunker under his new pool.

Craig and Austen are breaking the 4th Wall, sorta, as they talk about some of their favorite parts of filming, the crew. The guys talk about their relationships with the people who you do not see behind the camera and how they believe they could use their own show as well. Craig and Austen then dive into the national anthem from the Home Run Derby and talk about Craig and Paige's new family member. Apologies for the delay, like most of the world, we had some technical difficulties Friday.

After a much-needed hiatus, Craig Conover and Austen Kroll are back in Charleston (temporily) and hitting the mics again. In this episode, hear where the boys have been and why they have not been recording. They share their stories from Mexico City to France and Italy. Austen then gives Craig the ick as they hit on a wide variety of topics in true PnB form.

No, the podcast is not dead, the guys just required a much-needed break from the work world after just finishing up their job from the past few months, so stay tuned there. In honor of the Nashville store just opening, here is Craig and Jerry talking all things Sewing Down South 3 years ago when they were about to open the flagship store in Charleston. Who thinks we should do an episode from 12 South? A big thanks to Shopify for helping the SDS and PnB journey. Make sure to use our code pillowsandbeer at shopify.com Sorry for the audio. First time recording in the store with new tech