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The McElroy brothers, Justin, Travis, and Griffin, host their advice show, "My Brother, My Brother and Me." They begin by discussing the "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship" and find it humorous that Jason Biggs, known for his role in the "American Pie" movies, is now hosting a baking show. The brothers then delve into a wikiHow article on faking your death, debating the legality and ethics of such an act. They explore various scenarios and methods, including creating fake bodies and faking someone else's death. The conversation shifts to Aura Frames, a digital picture frame that allows users to share photos instantly with loved ones. The brothers highlight its ease of use and its potential for staying connected with family members who may not be tech-savvy. They then brainstorm ideas for a mystery series where people get sucked into books, imagining various scenarios and characters. The brothers also discuss Rocket Money, an app that helps users manage their subscriptions and save money. They highlight its features, including canceling unwanted subscriptions, tracking spending, and setting budgets. They recommend two podcasts: "Feeling Seen," which explores the ways movies speak to us directly, and "The Greatest Generation," which covers the Star Trek series "Enterprise." The episode concludes with a discussion of Duncan's new spiked pumpkin spiced latte and the company's recent foray into the world of Fortnite with "sparked energy mini games." They discuss the massive update for Fortnite, which includes a detailed Peter Griffin skin, and the potential for a Duncan-themed bar.
Outlines
My Brother, My Brother and Me: Advice Show for the Modern Era
The McElroy brothers, Justin, Travis, and Griffin, welcome listeners to their advice show, "My Brother, My Brother and Me." They discuss the back-to-school doldrums and recommend a show called "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship."
Jason Biggs and the American Pie Connection
The brothers discuss the "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship" and its hosts, Sandra Lee and Jason Biggs. They find it humorous that Biggs, known for his role in the "American Pie" movies, is now hosting a baking show.
Faking Your Death: A Practical Joke?
The brothers discuss a wikiHow article on faking your death. They debate the legality and ethics of faking your death, and explore various scenarios and methods.
Faking Your Death: Obituaries and Elaborate Games
The brothers delve into the process of getting your own obituary published, highlighting the potential for elaborate pranks and the importance of informing family members.
Faking Your Death: Fake Bodies and CSI Scrutiny
The brothers discuss the feasibility of creating a fake body to fool investigators. They imagine a scenario where a person fakes their death and then flees the country.
Faking Your Death: Faking Someone Else's Death
The brothers explore the possibility of faking someone else's death. They discuss the ethical implications and the difficulty of pulling it off without consent.
Aura Frames: Staying Connected with Family
The brothers discuss Aura Frames, a digital picture frame that allows users to share photos instantly with loved ones. They highlight its ease of use and its potential for staying connected with family members who may not be tech-savvy.
The "Trapped in a Book" Mystery Series
The brothers brainstorm ideas for a mystery series where people get sucked into books. They imagine various scenarios and characters, drawing inspiration from popular culture.
Rocket Money: Managing Subscriptions and Savings
The brothers discuss Rocket Money, an app that helps users manage their subscriptions and save money. They highlight its features, including canceling unwanted subscriptions, tracking spending, and setting budgets.
Podcast Recommendations: Feeling Seen and The Greatest Generation
The brothers recommend two podcasts: "Feeling Seen," which explores the ways movies speak to us directly, and "The Greatest Generation," which covers the Star Trek series "Enterprise."
Duncan's Spiked Pumpkin Spiced Latte and Fortnite
The brothers discuss Duncan's new spiked pumpkin spiced latte and the company's recent foray into the world of Fortnite with "sparked energy mini games."
The Duncan Fortnite Update
The brothers discuss the massive 78 gigabyte update for Fortnite, which includes a detailed Peter Griffin skin. They also discuss the "sparked energy mini games" and the potential for a Duncan-themed bar.
My Brother, My Brother and Me: Outro
The brothers wrap up the episode, thanking listeners and promoting their merch store, live shows, and a final wish for more creative mushroom dishes.
Keywords
Blue Ribbon Baking Championship
A reality competition show on Food Network where contestants bake fair food. Hosted by Sandra Lee and Jason Biggs.
American Pie
A series of comedy films known for their raunchy humor and focus on teenage sexuality. Jason Biggs starred in the films.
Aura Frames
A digital picture frame that allows users to share photos instantly with loved ones. Rated the number one digital picture frame by Wirecutter.
Rocket Money
An app that helps users manage their subscriptions and save money. Features include canceling unwanted subscriptions, tracking spending, and setting budgets.
Feeling Seen
A podcast that explores the ways movies speak to us directly. Hosted by Jordan Krushiela, the show features interviews with directors, actors, and writers.
The Greatest Generation
A podcast that covers the Star Trek series "Enterprise." Known for its humorous and insightful analysis of the show.
Duncan
A popular convenience store chain known for its coffee, donuts, and other snacks. Recently launched a line of "sparked energy" drinks and partnered with Fortnite for mini games.
Fortnite
A popular online video game where players battle each other in a variety of game modes. Recently partnered with Duncan for "sparked energy mini games."
Q&A
What is the "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship" and why is it funny that Jason Biggs is hosting it?
The "Blue Ribbon Baking Championship" is a reality competition show on Food Network where contestants bake fair food. It's funny that Jason Biggs, known for his role in the "American Pie" movies, is hosting it because of his past association with pies in a different context.
What are Aura Frames and how can they help people stay connected with family?
Aura Frames are digital picture frames that allow users to share photos instantly with loved ones. They are easy to use and can be a great way to stay connected with family members who may not be tech-savvy.
What is Rocket Money and how can it help people save money?
Rocket Money is an app that helps users manage their subscriptions and save money. It can cancel unwanted subscriptions, track spending, and set budgets, potentially saving users hundreds of dollars per year.
What is the "Trapped in a Book" mystery series concept and what are some of the ideas the brothers have for it?
The "Trapped in a Book" mystery series concept involves people getting sucked into books. The brothers have imagined various scenarios, such as a princess summoning dragons, an ET flying like Superman, and a character from "The Office" kissing Angela.
What is Duncan's new "sparked energy" drink and how is it being integrated into Fortnite?
Duncan's "sparked energy" drink is a new energy drink that is being integrated into Fortnite through "sparked energy mini games." These mini games feature speed ups designed to help players move quicker through the map.
Show Notes
How are we going to get Fortnite Senpai to notice us so we can have a themed energy drink or whatever? We could try drinking water from a huge bottle while staring directly into their eyes. Or maybe making suggestive jokes about pie? If all else fails, we’ll just fake our deaths in a really convincing but also ha-ha fun prank kind of way.
Suggested talking points: American Pie Presents American Pubes, The Rock Eats Cod, Mysting Persons, Yellow Clocks, Dunkinterns
World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/
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