Digest

The podcast begins with Garth introducing the show and explaining that Jake is on vacation. Kevin shares his experiences from a recent road trip and a minor league baseball game. The show then features calls from listeners seeking advice. Mikey calls in with a dilemma about his aggressive kickball team, "No Mercy," while Ellie seeks help with pornographic DMs on her boss's Instagram account. Becky calls in with a problem: her husband's obsession with a grabber tool. The hosts suggest various tactics to deal with the grabber, including sabotage, establishing rules, and even scaring the husband back. The podcast concludes with an interview with Matt Walsh, a comedian and actor known for his work on "Upright Citizens Brigade" and "The Good Half." They discuss his career and upcoming projects, as well as the challenges of directing and the benefits of improv skills in film.

Outlines

00:00:00

Intro, Jake's Absence, and Kevin's Road Trip Adventures

The podcast begins with Garth introducing the show and explaining that Jake is on vacation. Kevin shares his experiences from a recent road trip, including his interactions with fans.

00:04:45

Kevin's Baseball Game Adventures and Mikey's Kickball Dilemma

Kevin recounts his experience at a minor league baseball game where he was allowed to do whatever he wanted, including singing the national anthem. Mikey calls in to the show with a dilemma: he's on a kickball team called "No Mercy" but feels like he doesn't fit in with their aggressive style of play.

00:10:10

Matt Walsh Interview and Ellie's Instagram Spam

The podcast introduces Matt Walsh, a comedian and actor known for his work on "Upright Citizens Brigade" and "The Good Half." They discuss his career and upcoming projects. Ellie calls in to the show with a problem: she's been getting spammed with pornographic DMs on her boss's Instagram account.

00:51:34

The Annoying Grabber and Strategies for Dealing with It

A caller, Becky, seeks advice on how to deal with her husband's obsession with a grabber tool. The hosts suggest two approaches: directly sabotaging the grabber or engaging in a silent war. They offer specific tactics like putting mittens on the grabber or loosening its mechanics.

00:58:54

Becky's Grabber Bill of Rights and The Grabber Contract

Becky outlines her three main rules for the grabber: no touching food, no scaring her, and no interference with her work. The hosts encourage Becky to write up the "Grabstitution" document and get her husband to sign it.

01:04:07

The Grabber Rebellion and Scaring Back

Becky reveals that her husband refused to sign the "Grabstitution" document, escalating the situation. The hosts suggest scaring the husband back by faking a heart attack or other injury, implying that his grabber-related scares have caused harm.

01:05:30

The House of Horrors and Practical Scares

The hosts propose turning the house into a house of horrors, constantly scaring the husband to make him realize the annoyance of his grabber antics. They brainstorm specific scare tactics, including fake spiders, earwigs, and bloodstains.

01:09:05

The Earwig Strategy and The Grabber's Persistence

Becky decides to start with smaller scares, like fake spiders and earwigs, to gauge her husband's reaction. The hosts express disbelief at the husband's refusal to sign the contract and suggest escalating the situation further.

01:15:26

A Comedy Career and Improv in Film

The hosts discuss the guest's career journey, from improv to film, highlighting his versatility and commitment to comedy. They explore how improv skills can be applied to film, particularly in pitching ideas and seeking extra takes.

01:20:07

The Challenges of Directing

The hosts discuss the challenges of directing, particularly the pressure to get everything done on time and the need to trust improvisers.

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Q&A

• What is the main topic of the podcast?

  The podcast is a lighthearted and entertaining show that features calls from listeners who are seeking advice or sharing their experiences. The show covers a wide range of topics, from personal anecdotes to pop culture references.

• What are some of the specific issues that Becky has with her husband's grabber tool?

  Becky finds the grabber annoying, it contaminates shared snacks, and she doesn't want to be touched by it, especially in the shower.

• What are the three main rules that Becky wants to establish for the grabber?

  Becky's rules are: no touching food, no scaring her, and no interference with her work.

• What is the "House of Horrors" strategy, and how does it aim to resolve the grabber issue?

  The "House of Horrors" strategy involves constantly scaring the husband to make him realize the annoyance of his grabber antics, hoping he'll stop using it to scare Becky.

• How does the guest's improv background influence his work in film?

  The guest uses his improv skills to pitch ideas, seek extra takes, and bring a sense of spontaneity to his performances, even in scripted films.

• What are some of the challenges of directing, particularly when working with improvisers?

  Directing involves balancing the need to get everything done on time with the desire to capture the best and funniest moments, especially when working with improvisers who can bring unexpected and spontaneous ideas to the table.

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