Unsolicited parenting tips? Oversharing your Paris trip? Loud health updates? No thanks. Jen Kirsch and Tony Tedesco return with a holiday reality check on what not to say at seasonal gatherings. From navigating awkward conversations to managing social batteries and reading the room, this episode blends humor and real talk about modern party etiquette. Whether…
Ryan just had his first semi-viral TikTok — and it was about sardines. Shane listens (skeptically) as Ryan breaks down what happened when a simple snack turned into a social media phenomenon. They explore what makes content connect, why people love to share niche passions, and how it feels to suddenly be swarmed with comments…
War isn’t just tanks and troops anymore — it’s fiber lines, fuel routes, and viral narratives. Richard Shimooka unpacks how invisible influence is redefining modern warfare and threatening global trust. From Russian interference to infrastructure sabotage, this episode reveals how today’s conflicts play out in cyberspace, politics, and public perception. Shane and Richard explore the…
What do old appliance boxes, family traditions, and name spellings have in common? In Handy Andy Baryer’s world, they all collide hilariously at Christmas. From wrapping gifts in rice cooker packaging to explaining why “Baryer” is spelled that way, Andy shares how growing up in a culturally diverse household brings unexpected flavor to the holidays.…
Kids don’t send letters to the North Pole anymore — they update Google Docs. Ryan and Shane unpack how Christmas lists, gift wrapping, and holiday deception have gone fully digital.This episode compares old-school wish lists to today’s real-time, shareable spreadsheets, and explores how packaging games have evolved too. From using recycled boxes to hide high-tech…
Guitars can change lives — and not just for kids. Andrew Allen shares how music became his outlet, his anchor, and now his message. This episode travels from basement band practices to public stages, where Andrew now blends performance and purpose. He opens up about giving kids space to explore, finding creative flow, and stepping…
Ever wondered how much it really costs to sell a $100 hoodie? Joe Cote from Merchant Growth pulls back the curtain on the true economics of small business retail — and why the holidays may no longer be enough to keep them afloat. From packaging and rent to payroll and marketing, Joe breaks down how…
Looking for something better than background noise this holiday season? Steve Stebbing delivers the ultimate watchlist with Shane Hewitt — including The Holdovers, Avatar: Fire and Ash, and essential Christmas episodes from the streaming vault. They revisit the mayhem of Gremlins, critique overplayed songs, and settle in for the annual Die Hard debate. Whether it’s…
Can stealing ever be selfless? Shane Hewitt tackles the “Robin Hood” grocery theft lighting up social media, asking if morality shifts when food is stolen to be donated. From Krampus lore to escaped reindeer, this episode unwraps the stranger side of Christmas with sharp commentary and dry humor. Also on the docket: AI toys that…
Scams are evolving fast — and they’re hitting too close to home. Jimmy Zoubris shares real stories from the frontlines of fraud, including one where an elderly person physically handed a torn-up credit card to a scammer at the door. In this honest, holiday-season conversation, Jimmy and Andrew Caddell join Shane to talk about digital…
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