Stand Up Scuttlebutt

Rising Boston comedian Andrew Della Volpe hangs out to discuss making the ideal summer mixtape, what's better, roller coasters vs. waterslides?, and a game of "Would you rather? Also, how to survive a bear attack and the unparalleled satisfaction of peeing in your own backyard.

Comedian Mark Riley returns for a third time! When he's not in the classroom or delighting packed crowds on stage, Mark is enriching the minds of kids at summer camp. We're talking about our summers vs. our kids' summers, the insane demand for summer camp today, and the best and worst summer camp movies. All this with added tangents that are sure to offend someone (but not you because you're cool)...

Settle in for a medley of opinions across several disconnected topics, including dropping a dime on a kid breaking labor laws at his lemonade stand, Tom Cruise, touchy sports fans, and shark tourism.

We've curated a small batch of books for you to try. From true crime to historical fiction, we are certain you'll be drawn to something we recommend.

We've all been critical of those cyclists riding in the middle of the road three abreast. But what if not everyone with a bike is an entitled prick? A lot of cycling groups have cues and hand signals to communicate with each other for added safety and better road sharing. Also, Liam Kennedy talks about the Bike MS Cape Cod Getaway ride and how to get ready for the two-day, 150-mile ride from Quinc...

What do the Golden Girls, Canadian Border Patrol, and reclining your seat on a plane all have in common? They're sidenotes explored during our conversation about making Summer plans! From Santa's Village to the Philippines, we're exploring destinations around the world with guest comic, Pat Collins. Plus, nude beaches, and Fenway Park dugout security's A-Team.

Hey pal, you can do better than those camo-print cargo shorts. Stylist Mary Lou Andre is here to help us beef up our confidence with style. Wanna look like a million bucks this summer? Hang out with us and get inspired to look your best with some tips to revamp your wardrobe.

Stand-up comic and Duck Boat Tours guide, Mike O'Brien sits in and highlights some glaring differences between living in the burbs and the city. His wisdom stretches far and wide to include how to upgrade seats at sporting events, get through high school, and spy on your neighbors. Also, summer camps for nerds.

We read posts from the popular Reddit community about neighborhood conflicts to determine who is the asshole. From cutting down trees to plowing snow, we cover a full spectrum of next door-disputes. Also, end-of-year school schedule overload and waking up with lawn mowers and leaf blowers.

Ask Chat GPT if artificial intelligence is a good thing and it will tell you it depends on how it is developed, deployed, and regulated, as well as the values and priorities of individuals and societies. We have many questions, and Pablo Gazmuri (Microsoft) is here with the answers. Also, parking boot heros and softcore porn in advertising.

We've curated the most irrelevant news stories from even more irrelevant small towns across the country. Catch all the latest on dick pic scams and livestock running from the law. Also, a positive customer service experience; and is gambling taking over advertising in sports? You can bet on it!

Cailin Caskey is a former Las Vegas Showgirl. Now she's a dance instructor and judge. Hey, we like judging people too! Let's start with Dance Moms! Also, a Comedians of Comedy recap, positive small-town news, and topless pool parties.

The Scuttlebuds have spoken! We read a stack of your emails, internalize them, and then wax poetic on your topics du jour. Random topics include everything from the future of AI to cat ownership. Also, shitty contractors and rainbows.

The most-watched TED Talk was given by Sir Ken Robinson who posed the question, "Do Schools Kill Creativity?" A generation has passed since and yet, nothing has changed. Mark Riley sits in sharing his insights. Also, we talk about the comedy movie Mark wrote and his acting roles in various projects.

Evan Walsh joins us to share his Spring market update, recall some crazy expectations from buyers and sellers, and explain how selling a home with a dead body on the property has some challenges. Also, Liz gets a raise at work and Rick takes the stage at Nick's Comedy Stop.

Andrew Della Volpe sits in for Liz this week and shares his perspectives on hot-button small-town news stories like a recent cat rescue and the whereabouts of an antelope that escaped from the zoo. Also, listener email, and is saying, "ladies" really offensive?

There isn't an instruction manual to navigate the tribulations of daily life. But there is a Julie Dereshinsky! If you're not living your life, you can do something about it. Listening to this episode is a great start. You're on your own after that. Also, Three's Company references!

Sparkly sweater-thing? Check! Funny socks? Check! Stupid hat? Check! Congratulations, your kid is ready for another Spirit Day! Some parents beam with excitement for these special occurrences. We're not those parents. Also: a dumb husband story, a missed connection at the gym, and listener emails.

Paul Maleary visits the basement to share his experience as a homicide detective who's interrogated 30 murder suspects. Now he hosts, Paul Maleary's Ex-Jobs Downloaded Podcast , and is on the upcoming television series, Vivica Fox's Interrogation Room . Also on the show, we discuss writing roasts with a kid, the tribulations of texting with an iPhone, and the evils of "Big Wheelbarrow."

Your kid is going to summer camp but her kid is going to study abroad. Who cares? Well, she does, that's who! There are some moms out there making their children seem better, smarter, and more advanced than yours. Also, dads who serve as their kid's sports agents and "Travel Dad" crushes it in Las Vegas.

One day you have complete autonomy, personal space, and a perfectly curated Netflix queue. Then you get married and it's all gone. Love makes us do some crazy things. But that doesn't mean your spouse isn't going to annoy you sometimes. Let's all get on the same page and assess what is normal and what needs intervention. Also, dating advice for the recently divorced and a debate about Barry Manilo...

There are some great neighbors out there. We found some people in small towns across America that will make you feel good after hearing what they've done. Also, impatience at the drive-thru and moms who can't navigate a parking lot.

Who says referees don't have a sense of humor? Meet Mark Riley. He lasted a week in the NHL. Today he does it all; comedy, acting, and writing. Also, he loves Oprah.

We present five news stories involving people who handle situations with "alternative" solutions. Let's examine these behaviors and decide if they are justified or out of line! Also, Rick pisses off a teacher's assistant and Liz presents a new installment of "What's in the Box?"

Press "1" to waste your time. Press "2" to press more buttons. Press "3" to speak to someone who doesn't care. Let's be honest, customer service is abysmal these days. Thankfully, Rick and Liz have all the answers! Also, drills vs. impact drivers, doctor's office drama, and stupid contractor tricks.