Behind The Buttons

Team 2BD catches up on all the chaos behind the buttons—things moved so fast, we actually had to record this one twice. This episode is brought to you by Next Generation Roofing, Paving & Siding (who, unlike us, gets it right the first time). Episode Breakdown: What’s giving us the Sunday Scaries (0:38) Yep, this is a redo episode (6:05) Full-Time Intern Aaron’s ready to pack up for Elements at Sa...

Tune in for the latest Behind The Buttons live on tape from 2BD HQ where Cap'n Jack, The Buttonista & Intern Aaron break down the latest happenings in the world of Two Buttons Deep. (0:00) a new BTB theme song from the 2BD Orchestra (1:50) - AI has entered the Chat GPT (8:38) - Fool’s Spring is making the Buttonista feel ALIVE, Jack nervous (13:13) - Taylor’s Traverse update (19:55) - Peaks/Pits –...

Behind The Buttons returns to announce the winners (and the losers) of the Fourth Annual Golden Button Awards. Tune in with Cap'n Jack, The Buttonista and Intern Aaron as they reflect and react to our best 2BD content from the past year, provide updates since our last episode, and manifest a positive outcome after going two car crashes deep. Episode Notes: (1:52): Updates since our last show (4:42...

This episode was recorded at June Farms the morning after the 6th Buttonista Live Show. Jack & Taylor recap their biggest and best show yet, review the new accommodations at June Farms, and react to the new viral sensation, "Chocolate Milk." Notes: Vest Weather (2:05) Team sleepover at June Farms (5:05) Checking in on Joe Bo (6:33) Jack's rule of thumb while traveling (11:30) The 2nd Annual Button...

This episode was taped at Lionheart on the Green in Albany's Warehouse District where we have a very special first sip, recap our latest Afternoon In adventure, and tell you how to get your dog's face on a can of Brown's beer. What's discussed: Albany coolest neighborhood (0:35) First Sip Club: Sam Adams Octoberfest edition (2:50) One of the most underrated restaurants in the area (6:30) Peaks and...

It’s the Tour de Best Decks! The Best Decking Tour! Today’s episode was recorded live on tape at the Cantina Rooftop in the center of Broadway in Saratoga Springs, where Jack and Taylor share their opposing views on Barbie, decipher between a porch and a deck, show some love for the New Schenectady and make sure tickets of all kinds are secured for the next few weeks of concerts at SPAC. This show...

This episode Jack, Joe & Taylor talk about passing a major milestone, Jack's Taylor Swift experience, and continuing our newest series on 2BD.   Episode notes: - Skin care routines (1:30) - Hoffman Car Wash Idea (3:15) - The unbelievable item inside Jack's car (7:10) - Peaks of the week (11:18) - Taylor Swift seat debacle (15:35) - Taylor Swift ticket debacle (24:30) - 100K (30:35) - Button up or...

This episode was recorded at Carson's Woodside Tavern on the hottest day on earth (allegedly), where we talk about our common denominator with Seinfeld, recap the Buttonista's live shows, talk about what went into our latest merch collection, and how to enter the upcoming Stewart's ice cream eating competition.   Notes: Hottest Day on earth - (2:28) 4th of July (8:15) Peaks or Pits – Delivered by...

This episode is recorded at Pirate's Hide Out in Clifton Park after the Pioneer Mini Golf Tournament where we introduce our summer interns: Marist Matt & Ithaca Elle, discuss the Buttonista's second live show, unearthing the Albany time capsule & which local legend Jack pitched to last week...   Notes: - Pioneer mini golf tournament (4:55) - Meet our summer interns: Marist Matt & Ithaca Elle (10:3...

This episode is recorded at Simone's Kitchen in Schenectady, where Jack & Taylor field a peculiar request for their own coronation, talk to Frank from Paesan's Pizza about working with 2BD, and our plan to give back to charity going forward.   Notes: - Taylor is running for Mayor of... Simone's in Saratoga? (1:21) - Peaks of the week: Poured by the Adirondack Wine & Food fest (9:25) - A royal offe...

Join Jack, the Buttonista & Joe Bo as they determine whether or not to approve Jonah’s unsuitable business expense, align the 5 NYC boroughs with Capital Region cities, and discuss why it’s always sunny in Saratoga… This episode was recorded on the patio at 288 Lark Wine & Tap, alongside the revived statue which was toppled over last month.   3:55 - Peak/Pits – Poured by the ADK Wine & Food fest 2...

On today's show we question two different causes we stuck our neck out for, brainstorm our next list, discuss which notable people got into a bidding war over our auction item, and give a peek into the next big 2BD event.   Notes: - Trusting the process with the Antonio Brown situation (5:10) - Best dog-friendly patios in Pupstate NY (20:50) - Our highest-grossing auction item for charity (31:25)...

Tune in as we break down a humbling moment in Saratoga, why someone called OSHA on the Buttonista, Brian getting meme'd, and we mark the end of a very popular 2BD segment...   Notes: Tax Season Turbulence: (2:02) Peaks/Pits of the week: (5:35) AAA saves the day for Dronah: (12:05) A humble moment in Saratoga (14:25) Albany Empire's Home opener (19:00) Cleaning up a messy situation with DJ from Pro...

This episode comes to you from underneath the pergola at the Bunker where we recap our experience at the opening of the Capital Region's first weed dispensary, the $10,000 reward for information about the Kenwood fire, and if Jack was wrong about the 12 seasons of Upstate NY.   Notes: Spring... Of Deception?  (5:35) Peaks/Pits – Delivered by Empire Wine (8:06) Fishing in Washington Park? (26:40) T...

This episode comes to you from Jack's patio in Schenectady where we recap throwing Albany's largest snowball fight IN HISTORY (on record), meeting the legendary Bill Murray, and how Drew is gearing up to walk in a boujee Saratoga fashion show.   Notes: - The Spring of Deception (1:40) - Peaks / Pits of the week: Presented by Hoffman Car Wash (5:55) - Albany's largest snowball fight (26:00) - March...

This episode we reconvene after a week of traveling and recap who got deported, and who got drugged. Stewart's President Gary Dake calls in to present the top 16 ice cream flavors of the year for our 2nd Annual Pint Madness competition. We are also joined by special guest Erin Harkes, a comedian and musician who is recording a standup special on March 29 at the Albany Funny Bone.   Notes: Jack & E...

We take full advantage of Fool's Spring and push porch pints, earlier than we ever have before, in Schenectady (Skin Neck Titty?) to check in with Jack's new digs a few months after his move to the electric city. We also recap the Buttonista's jaw-dropping style change, what legendary local commercial Jack was in as a teenager, and two all-time shoots we produced this week. Tune in as we go behind...

This episode is coming to you from The Bunker's new dart room in Clifton Park where Jack, Taylor, Drew & Brian recap a banner month in the world of Two Buttons Deep. Topics: - Peaks of Pits (3:21) - The 2nd Annual Golden Button Awards (10:42) - Rowdy the Freakin' Rat (21:30) - Processing the Harding Mazzotti rebrand (24:50) - Undercover Buttonista: CDTA edition (28:15) - Announcing the $100 Glenvi...

This week's episode recaps the Buttonista's sold out live show at the Misfit, the legendary gift Jack got for his 30th, and one Reddit Rat calls into the show to express his dismay about our company and explain why Albany Reddit has beef with 2BD. This show is best enjoyed with a Sam Adams beer.   Notes: - Peaks of the week (2:05) - The Buttonista Live Show (9:10) - Jack's legendary 30th birthday...

This week's episode is the first time we actually utilize Advisor Joe Bo for legal purposes after we received a C&D for our latest merch drop. We also react to the Buttonista's live show selling out in 58 minutes, Santa White Claws, and what the expect this 2BD giveaway season...   Notes: - Why is Joe Bo mad? (:30) - Peaks or Pits of the week (1:50) - The Buttonista Show sellout (7:58) - Backlash...

This week's episode marks our official transition to winter and not because of the snow, but because Sam Adams Winter Lager is officially on tap at The Bunker in North Greenbush... We also recap Park Albany doing Drew dirty, we watch our Spectrum News story live on the show, brainstorm the Buttonista's next live show, her giveaway with The Plant Hatch in Clifton Park, plus a jam-packed peak into t...

This week's show is taped outside of Simone's Kitchen in downtown Schenectady. Jack and Taylor get more than they signed up for with interactions on Jay Street as they run through the topics of the week, including but not limited to: Jack moving to Schenectady, Thomas Rhett honoring the Rats, brainstorming the Buttonista's Holiday gift guide, and announcing our fall photo contest for a chance to w...

Todays episode is recorded at City Beer Hall's premier patio space in downtown Albany where we recap a villainous week in 2BDland, including our over-the-top Malloween appearance at Crossgates, Taylor's determination to be the next Heidi Klum of Halloween, the Halloween shit list nominee, and in honor of Thomas Rhett's "Home Team" tour coming to Albany next summer, we ponder: What is Albany's home...

This week's episode recaps our biggest big tip energy to date, our interview with Spectrum News, proposing a new costume idea for Back 9 Bri to wear for Crossgates' Malloween, and brainstorming what we hope to be a new 2BD holiday tradition in Schenectady. This episode is taped while pushing porch pints at The Bunker in Clifton Park, where you can now order off the Two Buttons Deep speciality cock...

This week's episode is Wild, You Bet! We recap our video shoot this week which features hundreds of toilet paper rolls soaring through the Palace Theatre, Jack's (three) legendary ride(s) down Water Slide World to claim his place in the Great Upstate history books, and what you can win with this year's Real Men Wear Pink raffle with DeCrescente Distributing Co. This episode is brought to you by Ho...