Stand Up Scuttlebutt

Rick is bandaged up because he drilled a hole in his hand and Liz has questions. The pair spotlight a dangerous yard game from the 80s, kids today taking online driver's ed, and going into school vacation with no plans. Liz also reviews 1883 (better than Yellowstone ?). Finally, Rick and Liz commiserate over dealing with picky eaters, and close with a totally-not-sexualized version of Would You Ra...

100 middle school students descend upon a grocery store and mayhem ensues. Will these perps be reprimanded and justly punished? Rick takes the grumpy old man's view and says, nope! Also, Liz rates Valentine's gift ideas, references the Fleshlight, and gives a "happy ending".

Hey, wanna strip down to a diaper and play with some other weirdos? Atkinson, NH has a spa for you! Also, teacher-on-teacher crime, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelse predictions, and some marketing ideas for Adam and Eve.

Rick and Liz share listener emails and some news stories. Political season, youth sports, "Man Camp", and a justified Wal-Mart meltdown. Also, another installment of "Am I The Asshole?"

New highway sign rules are omitting the use of humor. Also, when parents can't win, Liz watches True Crime, and Rick misses the Icecapades.

Let's execute this year. And by that, we mean get shit done, not wipe out death row. We're feeling optimistic so hop on the happy train with us. Also, van life.

"Workin' nine to five", "Takin' care of business," "Johnny used to work on the docks". There are so many songs about earning a living. From homicide detective to life coach, hear these guests and their cool stories about their jobs.

We're featuring six comics who appeared on the show in the past. Avail yourself to some good conversations and great laughs with Will Noonan, Mark Riley, Andrew Della Volpe, Pat Collins, Mittzy Anne Picardo, and Mike O'Brien.

Avail yourself to some highlight clips. Be amazed. Don't ask for a refund.

You know Dasher and Donner and...whatever. Did you know a good pre-arranged street fight is part of the Christmas tradition in some far-off place? Also, a frivolous reserved parking space designation was spotted at Walmart, our town's Christmas lights are a disaster, and how to set off an Avalanche of Women.

Friend of the show, Evan Walsh comes to the studio and shares some winter real estate insights. Then he presents us a Top Ten List and a new take on Elf on a Shelf.

The Hallmark Channel is showing over 40 original movies. Not four. 40! This isn't necessary so we lampoon it. Also, the crisis that has the country divided more than ever, Hall V. Oats.

We came up with the phrase, "Santatization". It's when Gringy-type people continue their quest to rid Santa Claus from this world. Also, listener letters.

The Commonwealth has assembled a committee to recommend a new State seal and the bureaucracy does not disappoint. Also, protected predators on your property, Christmas lights before Halloween, and that stupid shit emoji.

Topics include The pronunciation of select words. How often should you wash your jeans? And, is swearing at your kids maybe sometimes necessary? Also, Disney is getting a "shitty" reputation and milk is gross.

Why do humans use so many cliches and trendy phrases? (It's a rhetorical question - we don't have the answer). We review a list of words and phrases that need to be gone! Also, Dave Chappelle's Boston show, the stuff trending on social media right now, and another installment of Am I The Asshole.

Some people willingly move into neighborhoods with a homeowner association and we try to figure out why. Also, listener emails.

As influencers with 339 followers, we can say, with absolute certainty, we're not that trendy. So, what's everyone looking at on Instagram anyway? Also, home improvement testimony, "What's in the Box?" And, that thing every single wife does that is so annoying.

How to fight a speeding ticket. The annoying thing Gen Xers do in the office. Girl math and now boy math? Plus, marriage counseling is always an option - especially if you're fighting over a blender.

Does "teaching to the test" sound educational to you? Why so many tests? What's up with all this recall? Where's the application of knowledge? So many questions. We have some answers.

No guest. No theme. No problem! How long do you think a cricket can live in a basement? And, what's up with parents being silenced on the soccer sidelines? Also, a reference to 80s video games.

We examine some catalysts of disputes between neighbors, like snow blowers and breast- feeding. Also, controversial extra-curricular activities at school and some parent-child coaching insights.

They say there is no such thing as a dumb question. But can we agree there is such a thing as dumb people who ask questions? This week Rick and Liz get curious with some popular segments including What's in the Box? and Am I the Asshole? Also, Small Town Headlines and a game of Would You Rather?

Rick rants about the Nespresso machine that suddenly replaced his house's perfectly good drip coffee maker. We read some listener emails. Liz digs into suburban mom stereotypes. Also, Bikini Magic with Liz!

Some parents have over-the-top expectations of teachers. We read a few emails that sound implausible but are 100% legit Also, Bunghole of the Week, insect stings, and embarrassing products we purchase at the grocery store.