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This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek attempt to solve this “Male Loneliness Epidemic” they’ve heard so much about, and Brian makes his pitch in more ways than one on how we can lift up straight male relationships and be the “hero” guys like us need.  Speak up on behalf of yourself and others because remember: words are words!

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek mark reaching the 30 episode milestone as Brian marks 30 years of age. With details of his "secret" profession revealed, Brian examines the tenets of his life he believes in, and how he's committed to those beliefs in his every day job; leading to self-discovery that he might actually have been a minister this entire time...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek hone in on the problems with AI, specifically as it pertains to the creative; the artists that quietly sit unrecognized as a pillar of society itself. But if art is an inherently human trait, then a threat to creatives is a threat to everyone as a species. Also, don't forget to clean out your lint traps.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek finally deep dive into the school of fish and life lessons that is Finding Nemo. Brian has been clamoring for months on end that it's the best Pixar film, if not one of the best films of all time, and now is the chance for him to prove why. Alcoholic sharks, depressed fish who can't fly, and a flight full of tears. Just keep...

This might be of interest but on this episode Brian & Derek have returned with a bone to pick with Las Vegas. Who are all these people running around gambling? In this economy? The people who probably aren't great with their finances. So stop making bad spending decicions! We'll help your odds: we generate a lot of interest.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek create content about content creators and question whether commercialized influencers actually find fulfillment. Along the way, they realize men don’t read and that arsonists are making some surprisingly salient points. By the way… is Chinese takeout a breakfast food, or...?

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek try to solve how to be seen as valuble at work without becoming taken advantage of, while struggling to understand some men's unwillingness to do "women's tasks" in a relationship. I mean, how hard is it to fold socks? Probably easier than adapating Harry Potter for TV in 2026. Let's try to adapt to new situations...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek realize that the model blueprint for what is wrong with this world was inside Elvis Presley this whole time; resulting in a new declaration to not let the things that bring passion and joy into your life get swept away by the grind. Let's have a little more conversation.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek discuss these so-called "Immortalists" who aim to eliminate death from the equation of life...but we're not sure that death is exactly a "problem" that needs solving, otherwise we're surely digging our own graves.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek are live and in-person together to chat about getting off the sidelines and joining a cause you believe in. Speaking of beliefs, don't just accept things as they are if you don't like what you see: if you want that meat medium-well then by god you order it how you want to.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek remember that even though we are each our own person, we're living with billions of other human variables that we have to accept whether we like it or not. But how are we supposed to hold on to individuality when we're all just crash test dummies for the powers that be? I don't know but good luck, have fun, and don't us...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek posit what it means to live endlessly without setting limits for oneself, and how control and limitation are what drives real personal growth. All of this because of an anime and a box of Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Yes, we can really pull something out of nothing around here, and no, we don't sugarcoat it.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek wrestle with the shocking state of America in 2026 thus far, but manage to find new hope in stories of rebellion. But as stressful and strange as things are, we still need to take breaks from it all, so the clear solution is to re-write Stranger Things Season 5. Hey, there's some good takes in here, we're serious.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek deep-dive on the little moments in life where acting like you belong can lead to impulsively fun moments, but sometimes bring guilt when they reveal themselves to be the wrong choice. Labels in childhood, dumb teenage decisons...sneaking into closed-door press events...just trust me, I'm totally supposed to be here.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek have had enough of the insanity, injustice, and incendiary actions coming out of America lately. All of our opinions on these topics are clear reflections of our character: the guiding principles that will help us survive this stressful and upsetting period of history. But that's the thing...it's not just about survival. Come...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek pull apart the panels (planks?) on their own ships of Theseus to find out how much of themselves have changed with each passing decade. Turns out there's plenty of rot under that wood so it's a good thing we've patched up our hulls...this metaphor doin' anything for you yet?

This might be of interest but on this episode, Brian and Derek ring in the new year with a deep dive on our collectively shared best friend: good ol' Anxiety. ATVs, thrill rides, talking to people at a party. These are the touch points, people. Don't be nervous.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek are fighting off the Christmas blues by trying to solve how to keep the magic of the holiday from our childhood intact, but end up in a pit of Disney Adults and cosplayers. But what if cosplaying was in fact the key to SAVING CHRISTMAS? Yup, let's unwrap this one together.

This might be of interest but on this episode, Brian and Derek use Freaks & Geeks to delve into what it was like growing up and why it can be so strange and confusing. Maybe there’s many of us who don’t feel like we ever have. And if so, how do we break out of that imposter syndrome, and embrace the adults we have become? Nobody ever explained how all this growing up stuff works so we’re gonna...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek resdiscover the importance of hope despite literally everything , thanks to a chance encounter with a real-life hero for human rights. Heroes in both our world and in the stories we consume give us something to aspire to, but can we separate the art from the artist if the creator is problematic? I hope so, but let's find out...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek recant their actual-real-life-hangout (wow), the social responsibility that comes with being a comedian, and the cross section in life of AI grandparents and Pixar movies....trust us, you'll wanna hang in there to hear us out.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek break from the real-world and deep dive on the content they've been enjoying lately. If you thought that Bruce Springsteen and video games had nothing to teach us, well then come on in and have a listen. *Some spoilers for the following movies inside: - The Materialists - Frankenstein (2025) - Bugonia  - Springsteen: Deliver Me fro...

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian and Derek consider whether their parents have anyone to vent to, and the differences in generational views on mental health. Are we inevitably our parents through genetics? Or might our environment and variable life experiences shape not just our behavior, but our very DNA?

This bite "might" be of interest, but in this deleted disucssion Derek wanted to get angry over politics but Jon Stewart wouldn't let him. He had to settle for talking about it rationally with Brian. I know, I'm sick of politics too.

This might be of interest, but on this episode Brian & Derek discuss the results of Derek's enlightening phone call with a witch (turns out he's a raccoon), and Brian puts the spotlight on his own shortcomings and how good intentions mean little without good actions.