TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

NASA is going through great efforts to conceal the identity and symptoms of an astronaut who got sick in space, which leads Luke and Andrew to assume the worst (eg, an alien invasion.) They also discuss Andrew's new life-hack for getting to the airport (spoiler alert: It's driving.)

Luke and Andrew learn that they may be sitting on some valuable old pennies…they just need to check their spare change jars. They also discuss self-driving rectangles and the California Raisins.

Andrew is back from his first-ever trip to Las Vegas, and he has all the details Luke is dying to hear.

DFTB drops by to hangout with Luke & Jon, as Andrew enjoys more time in Vegas. The guys discuss kids being kids at the airport, Seahawks' football, and they're unable to determine what region of the country Missouri is a part of. 

Andrew is spending time in Las Vegas so TBTL Employee Numero Uno, Jon Sklaroff, jumps on the line to check in with Luke about what's happening in the Twin Cities and the podcast world after the first ever Golden Globe was awarded for podcasting. Also, the guys wonder if husband of Best Actress winner, Rose Byrne, fellow actor Bobby Cannavale was justified in not attending the awards ceremony.

Luke and Andrew are both tempted by a new phone that's being hyped at the CES tech show and that has them reminiscing about their Blackberries of old. Luke also went back to his own reporting from 2004 to fact check himself, and he didn't like the results.

Luke watched a movie yesterday, but he couldn't get Andrew's voice out of his head the whole time. Andrew discovers that he perfectly fits into a weirdo's theory regarding latitudes and lifestyles. And they discuss Andrew's gambling prep for his upcoming trip to Vegas.

Luke and Andrew both saw Marty Supreme over the holidays. They share their  feelings on the movie and how it fits into the current movie theater moment. They also talk about how the greatest dart players in the world have to deal with wasps during their tournaments.

Luke is concerned that he accidentally bought a legit gun on TikTok. Now he's waiting to see what shows up. Plus, a listener in Scotland explains the origins of the supposed curse of MacBeth. And Andrew had a dream about a banana, but it's not what you think. 

Luke had the most embarrassing moment he's ever had on an airplane over the holidays. He's also working on a new, exciting system for his garbage bins. And Genevieve is worried that Andrew might be having an affair with someone at the DMV. 

From scary windstorms to nostalgic smells, from dive bar popcorn to summer salad recipes, we hear from the Tens of Listeners who left us voicemail messages in 2025. Happy New Year!

Luke and Andrew kick off the new year by revisiting one of their favorite poems and the performer who made it famous. They also check-in with listener Jami, who has a list of the Top Five Low-Stake Adult Fears one might face.

Andrew is obsessed with a special table from his youth, and he's unfortunately found it for sale on eBay. He also asks for Luke's help differentiating two comedians who have little in common. And listener Ben offers a list of Top Five Experiences You Can Have In A Grocery Store.

Luke and Andrew finally speak up about the TV show Get Smart and its infamous "cone of silence." They also take a look back at some of the most interesting vocabulary words they apparently used in the past year, according to listener Kristen, who's been keeping notes. 

Hanna Brooks Olsen joins the show to talk about the Forensic Sciences Club she started in high school, why she's been staying up until 4 in the morning, and how to get someone out of bed with Sour Patch Kids. She also presents her own list of Top Five Most Satisfying Things To Clean.

Andrew is shocked and awed by some online behavior he saw yesterday…behavior that led to his own banishment on social media!

Luke and Andrew are joined by Jon, Genevieve, Susie B. and a whole bunch of Tens to celebrate the holidays! We talk about favorite holiday traditions, regifting strategies, and whether or not Genevieve and Andrew's Christmas tree is "secure." 

Luke is astounded by the small bit of wax that protects us all from absolute toilet disasters. Andrew continues to marvel at the ease of cashing checks in 2025. And listener Sarah has some 5 lists of best walks and most underrated smells.

Luke and Andrew finally do what they promised to do yesterday: Namely, talk about the best times and places to eat candy. Plus, Andrew's adventures in old-timey cinema continue!

Andrew's mind is completely blown when he discovers something about himself and Luke online. They also talk about movies that are better than the books they're based on (and one book that's better than the movie.)

Luke heard back from David Sedaris after emailing him yesterday about a detail from a recent essay. Luke and Andrew also discuss the absolutely bonkers Thursday Night Football game last night, and how Jay-Z helped the Seahawks win. And they hear from a former banker who has some intel on bad pennies. 

Luke is trying to reach David Sedaris in order to save his own sanity, but he's worried his email won't get through. He and Andrew also discuss Luke's rewatch of When Harry Met Sally and Andrew's discovery of Nick and Nora in The Thin Man. 

The wind and rain wreaked havoc at Luke's place last night, forcing him to resort to some unsightlhy measures that he's trying to come to grips with. He and Andrew also discuss the amazing travel tips doled out by AAA and public radio this morning. And they pry open the old P.O. box to find out what's waiting for them inside.

Luke leaves Andrew unsettled with a story of quasi-accidental truancy that is playing out in real time. They also discuss Luke's personal Rob Reiner Film Fest that he held last night, and Andrew remembers a couple of films that had a big impact on him as a youth. 

Luke and Andrew celebrate the life and work of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele. They also discuss Andrew's herculean efforts to return a lost hat, and Luke's realization of what he actually looks like when watching football games.