The Commercial Break

EP #748: Bryan gets invited no where. But when he does, he is the "guest of dishonor" walking the red cardboard carpet for a wanna-be MTV Reality star! And...As the 12 Hours of TCB approaches, Bryan and Krissy are halfway between excitement and existential crisis. This episode kicks off with updates about the event’s May 31st launch—including the herculean logistics involved, the guest lineup, and...

EP #747: Bryan started his podcasting journey in a garage in Oak Forrest, IL, many years before podcasting was a thing! Now, decades later he is still waiting for his OG co-host to send the audio for upload. Then, Bryan and Krissy are slightly panicked and wildly underprepared for the upcoming 12 Hours of TCB. They kick off the countdown with chaotic planning, made-up time zones, and full denial a...

EP#746: Bryan takes the kids over to Grandma Kiki's for Mother's Day and a stranger wants you to know dinner is a 5:30!! Plus, Bryan and Krissy are gearing up for their most ambitious idea yet: The 12 Hours of TCB! That’s right—twelve chaotic hours of podcasting, caffeine crashes, celebrity guests, and probably a few FCC violations. But before the madness begins, the dynamic duo checks in on their...

Episode #745: Bryan and Krissy arena rare form , and chaos is on the menu—served with a side of mistaken identity and a heaping scoop of AI-generated nonsense. In this episode, Bryan nearly crashes the show with a rogue software update, accidentally confuses Bill Belichick with Bill Bellamy (yes, really), and proudly unveils a brand-new jingle segment: “Bryan Got It Wrong… Again.” But it’s not all...

TCB Podcast - Episode #744: On this sacrilegiously scattered episode of The Commercial Break, Bryan and Krissy pull back the incense-scented curtain on one of the most secretive events in the world: the Papal Conclave. From shadowy millionaire clubs in the U.S. to Italian paparazzi tracking celibate cardinals like they’re on “The Real Housewives of Rome,” no holy stone is left unturned. What’s the...

TCB Podcast - Episode #743: Bryan and Krissy are back to discuss the wild Pop Art craze feeding the Labubu craze! As usual, once TCB knows about it...it's too late! Plus, they break down the chaos behind Hollywood’s labor disputes and the wild world of nostalgic collectibles. First, they take a jab at union drama in the entertainment biz—why some actors are barely scraping by while execs are jetti...

TCB Infomercial: Noel Miller - Episode #742: Comedian, podcaster, and former Vine king Noel Miller joins Bryan and Krissy for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt convo about fatherhood, content creation, and the time someone literally hit his garage mid-interview ( that was THIS interview!) . From choking hazards and stand-up evolution to 2,000mg edibles and garage door disasters, it’...

Episode #741: Bryan and Krissy see Pearl Jam in Atlanta with the legendary Jackie Beans! Bryan and Krissy are still high on life (and low on sleep) after a wild night with Pearl Jam’s Dark Matter Tour in Atlanta. From scoring the worst nosebleed seats in stadium history to miraculously ending up with VIP access (thanks to mysterious connections), this episode is a front-row seat to concert chaos,...

Episode #740: On this wildly unpredictable episode of The Commercial Break, Bryan and Krissy recount Bryan’s once-in-a-lifetime brush with Mick Jagger, and spiral into a full-on 90s alt-rock nostalgia hole. From tree-hugging with your “minge” to side-stage seats with the Stones, it’s a wild ride down memory lane—featuring bad cafes, cobblers, Spin Doctors deep cuts, and a stunning new song from mu...

Episode #739: Bryan and Krissy are back with another jam-packed episode filled with gators, grifters, and giggles. Bryan recounts a harrowing—and hilarious—trip to a Florida gator farm, where the alligator Lucy may or may not be plotting a full-blown escape. Meanwhile, Jake Paul buys 5,600 acres in the swampy backwoods of Georgia (what could go wrong?), and Billy McFarland continues his delusional...

Episode #738: Bryan & Krissy discuss the intricate and secret process behind the Conclave slated to take place soon. Will we soon hear "Habeas Pump'em"? Or is it Habmeus pompem? We shall all find out once the black smoke turns white and the hard partying 75 year old men return with an answer. Then. South Georgia Sean calls in to talk about his unusual profession of nuisance control in the swamps o...

Episode #737: Bryan has a bee in his bonnet! Particularly for Grant Cardone and other filthy rich folks telling the rest of us "we know better". Bryan believes luck plays a BIG role in success and says so....very loudly. Someone needs to check on Bryan. Then, things mellow out a bit when Krissy & Bryan review a review of a swingers cruise and resort. The take away: Reviews of swingers resorts need...

Episode #736: Bryan & Krissy discuss the go-go 90's and 2000's reality show boom. They recall the dumb race to the bottom as one show after another tried to pander to the lowest common denominator. As an homage to that "time and space" they review THE craziest reality show of them all: Next Superstar USA! A one season mock-american idol style singing contest, looking for the worst, not the best si...

Episode #735: Bryan & Krissy discuss the (completely surprising) announcement that Fyre Fest 2 has been postponed...probably until never. then, Krissy takes a left turn when remembering that Mick Jagger had a restaurant in Atlanta called Micks (but he really didn't). Then, Bryan takes another left turn remembering when Justin Bieber took over a small neighborhood in Atlanta. Finally, the show come...

TCB Infomercial - Episode #734: The Jimmy Kimmel Show's Executive Producer, writer and author Danny Ricker joins TCB on the eve of his book launch. "Wow, You Look Terrible!" is a funny and frank look at parenting, fatherhood and the follies of growing humans. Danny also shares his unique perspective as the co-head writer of the best Late Night Show leaving Bryan & Krissy to wonder....does TCB need...

Episode #733: Bryan & Krissy review the post (almost) space flight by Katy Perry and crew. Now being called "ass-tro-nots" the team congratulates themselves for a flight well flown! It's clearly a joke. Right? Then, Bryan pulls out a special treat for an audience member as a Frankie B video is found in thew archives. Frankie discusses what it takes to a better man into your 50's. From one vapid me...

Episode #732: Bryan & Krissy discuss the Minecraft movie destroying box office records and the literal box offices! The block chicken has taken the 8-28 year old world by storm. A storm of popcorn, Fuego, Sour Patch Kids and a live chicken. Jack Black has some explaining to do. then, the Dire Wolf is back. Why? Joe Rogan, that's why! Plus, Bryan has a heart felt Blue moment as her time driving him...

Episode #731: Bryan is back from Flora-Bama and he has thoughts! The whole family had a good time from a good ole Orange Beach in Bama. While other costal locations have become too pricey an poncey for most to access, Bryan and his 12-15 kids found their slice of beach heaven....in the armpit of the south. Then, Cochella and steady march to being "The Walmart of Festivals" is reviewed. Finally, Bl...

TCB Infomercial - Episode #730: Bryan & Krissy welcome comedian Trae Crowder. Trae started his love of comedy early but went viral with the "Liberal Redneck" video series that took social media by storm in 2018. Trae shares his ride to the social stage from a smart kid in class to almost retiring his political brand of humor after the 2024 election. Yes, politics will be discussed...but you'll be...

EP#729: Hide your kids, hide your wife! Bryan's mom has found a way to listen to the podcast. Unfortunately, that includes her throwing a listening party at the retirement home. It's gong to be a long walk of shame through the dining hall for Bryan! Then, Bryan & Krissy review a documentary made by and about pick-up-artist Adam The Liar Lyons. It's a riddle inside a mystery inside an enigma! Watch...

EP#728: Bryan & Krissy take an entire episode to break down the current craziness in live entertainment ticketing. From availability to prices, venue hogging to scalping, starving artists to shuttering festivals, there is plenty of blame to go around! So the two people LEAST qualified to discuss the matter....discuss the matter. Watch EP #728 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 4...

EP#727: Bryan & Krissy discuss the research showing that friends who roast each other are more likely to stay close! Bryan is reminded of his friend Rafa and Rafa's constant ribbing of Bryan about a fight that never happened. It was a knife and Bryan got scared. Then Bryan laments the rise of "Student Driver" stickers in Atlanta. Not aware he may well be a "Student Podcaster"! Plus, the Thomas Kin...

TCB Infomercial - Episode #726: Bryan & Krissy welcome The Office cast member Kate Flannery. Playing the frisky, ornery and possibly intoxicated Meredith Palmer, Kate joined the ensemble early in its run and quickly became a fan favorite. Kate shares her long road to the front doors of Dunder Mifflin. From a near casting on SNL to improv work with Second City, Kate proves that the overnight succes...

Episode #725: Bryan & Krissy go back to the early 90's and pull out one of the worst dating shows ever conceived...STUDS. An episode featuring "Wild Women" brings together mud wrestlers and dud-studs to give us one of the useless shows of all time. But, make "lemonade of lemonade" they say! Plus, Val Kimmer's passing hits Bryan in his soft spot. TCBit: Fyree Fest 1.2 is on! It's the can't miss, mi...

Episode #724: Bryan & Krissy discuss the BP that has become the hottest dining spot in the Atl! NO joke...it's a gas station. Then, they recall a few nights at Magic City, the venerable strip club staple of the city. Plus, 23 & Me is selling your DNA to the highest bidder and an update on Fyre Fest 2 (or is it Fyre Fest One? Can you have Fyre Fest 2 if 1 never happened?) TCBit: Debbie Dublass wins...