JJ Meets World

Tucker and JJ return to familiar territory—Applebee's—to discuss chain-restaurant loyalty, imaginary (but very tempting) Applebee's credit card perks, and the long-term psychological impact of good ranch dressing.  Along the way, JJ pitches a Wikipedia project cataloging Applebee's limited-time cocktails, debate restaurant bathroom strategy, relive questionable waxing decisions, attempt to flesh o...

In this episode of JJ Meets World , JJ and Tucker talk about recurring anxiety dreams, starting with the classic "actor's nightmare" of being unprepared, missing costumes, or forgetting lines just moments before going on stage. The conversation touches on other stress dreams, including missed obligations and the unsettling experience of returning to high school as an adult who no longer knows the...

JJ walks through how he unexpectedly became the concessions mastermind for a high school theater production—and what running a real concession stand actually teaches you about marketing, pricing, psychology, and human behavior. The conversation breaks down why movie theater popcorn works, how scent and presentation drive impulse purchases, and why simplicity in pricing moves lines faster. JJ expla...

Why do some Christmas movies only get better as we grow older? In this holiday episode of JJ Meets World, JJ Gordon and Tucker Lucas dive deep into the Christmas movies that shaped their childhoods — and why films like Home Alone and A Christmas Story land completely differently as adults. They explore: Why Home Alone remains endlessly rewatchable (and why the sequel actually works) The surprising...

The crew dives headfirst into a mystery that no homeowner wants to face: a house smelling like it's been sprayed by a skunk. What starts as a bizarre and embarrassing odor problem turns into a deep exploration of HVAC systems, air exchangers, furnace filters, and a little-known issue called Dirty Sock Syndrome. Along the way, JJ breaks down how skunk smells can travel through ventilation systems,...

In this episode of JJ Meets World , JJ and Tucker break down the massive news shaking the entertainment industry: Netflix has announced a planned $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. — bringing HBO, DC, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and decades of iconic film and television history under one company .   The conversation takes listeners on a nostalgic but deeply analytical journey through the e...

In this festive episode of JJ Meets World , JJ and Tucker dive into the unwritten rules of office Christmas parties, the art of planning unforgettable events (without becoming a party tyrant), and the real danger of losing a king-sized Snickers bar in your own house. From Mad Men, The Office, and Office Christmas Party (2016), to the genius of Sam Richardson, the team explores how pop culture shap...

In this episode, JJ and Tucker take listeners on a zig-zag journey through holiday traditions, turkey disasters, childhood money memories, coin collecting, unclaimed property treasure hunts, and pop culture nods from  West Wing , Salute Your Shorts , Mother , and In & Out . For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patr...

In this episode of JJ Meets World , JJ and Tucker dive head-first into holiday food, bizarre culinary experiments, JJ's attempt to pitch a Hallmark-style movie, Tucker's terrifying contact-lens mishap, and the ambitious beginning of Tucker's 2025 Zordon cosplay build. The guys also get deep about creativity, regret, future goals, and how your 30s sometimes feel like a decade-long boss battle. JJ r...

JJ and Tucker have moved into a brand-new studio… and immediately realized how expensive it is. To keep the show alive, they take on a roster of sponsors — including a Wisconsin bear-only law firm, a political anti-bee awareness initiative, cyborg crime-fighters from 3092, and more. Along the way, JJ questions whether he missed his true calling as a rancher. Between Yellowstone binges, City Slicke...

JJ and Tucker dive into how the U.S. government shutdown and SNAP funding freeze affect families across Fargo and beyond — and what you can do right now to help your neighbors fight hunger. At the time of this recording, the U.S. government has shut down — and SNAP benefits have stopped reloading, leaving millions of Americans wondering how to afford their next meal. In this powerful episode, JJ a...

JJ and Tucker record their first episode in their brand new studio! Plus, we get JJ's thoughts on "I Like Me", the 2025 documentary about the legendary John Candy. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Po...

In memory of Delray K. Dvoracek, AKA Madd Frank. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/show...

We live in the age of convenience, and it's costing us a pretty penny! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https:...

Also includes chatter about JJ's trip to Universal Studios, and how cool it would be if smoking came back! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-...

JJ gives his two cents about fundraising. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/show/0L9IG...

JJ is burning the candlestick at both ends! Directing a play, reviving a theatre program, podcasting, radio hosting... how does he do it??

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JJ and Tucker play a rousing round of The Jetsons Game! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify....

A scientist battles pickleball sounds, JJ negotiates with his dad over basketball, and Tucker recounts his one good game of soccer. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple...

Online quizzes, Jim Carrey, Marvel movie casting, office supplies, and JJ decides to write a sexy novel! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-wo...

JJ injures himself, plus some chatter about Kodak film! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify....

South Park, Christopher McDonald, and so much more. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/...

JJ and Tucker review the hit comedy of the summer, The Naked Gun, starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson! For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets...

Will Georgina and Gideon get teenage pregnant??? For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit  http://www.jjmeetsworld.com/ Patreon -  https://www.patreon.com/jjmeetsworld Merch Shop -  https://shop.spreadshirt.com/jj-meets-world Apple Podcasts -  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jj-meets-world/id1367045742 Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/sho...