Digest

The episode begins with the hosts, Justin and Christian, revealing that they will be having a repeat guest, John Stanley, for the first time in the podcast's history. They discuss John's comedic nature and how he has brought them joy over the years. They then thank John and John Murphy for being part of the show. The episode concludes with a series of advertisements for other Wondry podcasts and books, including "And Away We Go," a travel podcast hosted by Georgia King, and "The Hidden History of the White House," a new book inspired by the podcast "American History Tellers."

Outlines

00:00:00

New Studio Space

This Chapter discusses the hosts' new studio space in Burbank, California. They mention that it's a new space for them and that they're still getting used to it. They also talk about the different setup and how it might affect the sound of the podcast.

00:03:30

Ballers in Brew

This Chapter details the hosts' experience at a coffee shop called Ballers in Brew. They describe the friendly staff, the extensive menu, and the unique flavors of their coffees. They also discuss their decision to order honey lavender coffee and how it turned out to be too sweet for them. They mention that they plan to go back and order something different next time.

00:12:18

Pickleball Adventures

This Chapter focuses on the hosts' pickleball experience. They talk about their first time playing doubles and how they encountered a listener who recognized them from the podcast. They discuss their pickleball skills and how they ended up wearing matching Wondery shirts while playing. They also mention that they lost their first game but won their second game against people who play all the time.

00:21:58

John Murphy's Letter

This Chapter features a letter from a listener named John Murphy. He shares his funny stories about the podcast and his own experiences with farts and Wheel of Fortune. The hosts discuss the real fart scene in their movie "Christmas with the Campbell's" and John's "would you rather" question about pooping at a party.

00:38:40

John Stanley's Call

This Chapter features a call from John Stanley, a flight attendant who shares his story about meeting two gay rednecks in Atlanta. The hosts discuss the term "redneck" and its potential offensiveness, as well as the stereotype of gay men. They also talk about their experiences with squirrels and the hypothetical situation of having to eat their pets in a survival scenario.

00:52:33

Repeat Guest

This Chapter announces the first repeat guest in the podcast's history, John Stanley. The hosts discuss John's comedic nature and how he has brought them joy over the years. They also thank John and John Murphy for being part of the show.

00:55:08

And Away We Go

This Chapter is an advertisement for the travel podcast "And Away We Go," hosted by Georgia King. The advertisement highlights the immersive adventures that the podcast will take listeners on, featuring guests like Ben Schwartz, Jimioyang, and Emily Hampshire.

00:56:16

The Hidden History of the White House

This Chapter is an advertisement for the new book "The Hidden History of the White House," inspired by the podcast "American History Tellers." The advertisement highlights the book's focus on the power struggles, decisions, and scandals that have shaped the nation, from the White House's founding to the present day.

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Q&A

• What is the hosts' new studio space like?

  The hosts are in a new studio space in Burbank, California. They mention that it's a new space for them and that they're still getting used to it. They also talk about the different setup and how it might affect the sound of the podcast.

• What is Ballers in Brew?

  Ballers in Brew is a coffee shop located near the hosts' new studio space. It is known for its unique flavored coffees, extensive menu, and friendly staff. The hosts discuss their experience at the coffee shop, including their orders and their overall impression of the place.

• What is pickleball?

  Pickleball is a paddle sport that is similar to tennis but played on a smaller court with a lower net. The hosts discuss their experience playing pickleball, including their first time playing doubles and their encounter with a listener who recognized them from the podcast. They also talk about their pickleball skills and their overall enjoyment of the sport.

• What is the term "redneck" and is it offensive?

  The term "redneck" is used to describe a person from the rural Southern United States, often associated with working-class status and conservative values. The hosts discuss the term "redneck" and its potential offensiveness, as well as its use in John Stanley's story.

• What is the hypothetical situation that the hosts discuss about eating their pets?

  The hosts discuss the hypothetical situation of having to eat their pets in a survival scenario. They talk about their emotional attachment to their pets and how they would choose to eat them in a specific order.

• What is the real fart scene in the movie "Christmas with the Campbell's"?

  The hosts discuss a scene in their movie "Christmas with the Campbell's" where Alex Moffitt's character farts during a monologue. They also discuss the real fart scene and how it was left in the movie.

• What is John Murphy's "would you rather" question?

  John Murphy asks the hosts a "would you rather" question about pooping at a party. He asks them if they would rather poop in the only toilet at a party knowing that they'll clog it or poop in the bushes in the backyard.

• What is John Stanley's story about meeting two gay rednecks?

  John Stanley, a flight attendant, calls into the podcast and shares his story about meeting two gay rednecks in Atlanta. He describes how he helped them set up their first VCR and how they invited him to a squirrel barbecue.

• What is the hosts' reaction to John Stanley's story?

  The hosts are amused by John Stanley's story and discuss the term "redneck" and its potential offensiveness. They also talk about the stereotype of gay men and how John Stanley seems to veer away from that stereotype.

• What is the hosts' hypothetical situation about eating their pets?

  The hosts discuss the hypothetical situation of having to eat their pets in a survival scenario. They talk about their emotional attachment to their pets and how they would choose to eat them in a specific order.

• Who is the first repeat guest on the podcast?

  John Stanley is the first repeat guest on the podcast. The hosts discuss how they have never had a repeat guest before and how they are excited to have John back on the show.

Show Notes