Greg Phelps and Andy Symons Theme song "Let's Hunt" courtesy of Jimi Ryser
Welcome To The Suburbs
Ride along in this funny podcast with two great friends on a road trip through life as they navigate ridiculous detours, side trips and pop culture experiences. Their humor and undeniable chemistry comes from a two decade friendship, infused with Greg’s experience as a touring comic and sketch comedy writer and Andy’s career as an audio engineer for acts as diverse as John Mellencamp, Aerosmith, and Bob and Tom. Laughter suppled, snacks not included. Theme song "Let's Hunt" courtesy of Jimi Ryser
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Greg Phelps and Andy Symons Theme song "Let's Hunt" courtesy of Jimi Ryser
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Jun 29, 2026
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Episodes
Season 4, Episode 90: Signapalooza, Gas Leaks & Lying Liars 29.06.2026 19:30
What should be a simple request to replace a business sign turns into a bureaucratic adventure involving city zoning, council members, the Mayor of Indianapolis, and a decades-old ballet performance in a tutu. Meanwhile, Greg and Keely’s week spirals into chaos. A shredded tire strands their daughter on the interstate, a suspected gas leak sends Rosslyn Retreat guests scrambling, plumbers appear a...
Carb Day Chaos, Indy 500 Crowds, The Wiener 500 & Strange Encounters at Lowe’s | S4 E89 15.06.2026 20:53
Carb Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway brings out the best—and sometimes the strangest—of humanity. In Season 4 Episode 89 of Welcome To The Suburbs , Greg shares a Carb Day story involving Indy 500 traffic, an unexpected confrontation, and a reminder that patience isn’t everyone’s strongest virtue. From there, Andy and Greg explore the unique culture surrounding the Indianapolis 500, the ann...
Welcome to the Suburbs Season 4 Episode 88: Your Poor Sleep Is Making You Fat 01.06.2026 21:25
What do a fake funeral, a missing set of keys, a malfunctioning fitness tracker, and a neighbor obsessed with building codes have in common? They’re all part of another unforgettable week in the suburbs. In Episode 88, Greg and Andy share stories from the Mint Aesthetics & Skin open house, including an unexpected encounter with a neighbor who immediately critiques a questionable addition on th...
Welcome to the Suburbs | Season 4 Episode 87 | Tommy Sue, Jenny on the Spot & Rental Chaos 18.05.2026 18:55
In Season 4, Episode 87 of Welcome to the Suburbs , Greg and Andy catch up after time away from the studio and immediately tumble into suburban absurdity. A simple evening walk with Geoffrey turns into an unexpected encounter with “Tommy Sue” — a woman tied to one of Indiana’s most infamous social scandals — complete with jet skis, renovation plans, and invitations to future dinner parties Greg ma...
Casinos, Comedy Road Stories & Family Chaos | Welcome To The Suburbs S4 Ep86 04.05.2026 20:07
It’s May in Indiana—and that means race season, road stories, and a few unexpected detours. In this episode of Welcome To The Suburbs , Andy and Greg dive into the world of casinos, stand-up comedy on the road, and the strange economics of entertainment —from smoky gambling floors and bingo halls to low-paying gigs in paradise. Greg shares stories from his years as a traveling comic—why some gigs...
S 4 EP 85: Family Drama, Generational Stereotypes, Dentist Disasters & Small Business Wins 20.04.2026 22:00
In this episode of Welcome to the Suburbs , Andy and Greg dive into a wide-ranging, hilarious conversation that blends real-life frustrations, generational insights, and everyday suburban chaos. Greg shares a surprising reconnection with a complicated friend—exploring boundaries, emotional baggage, and what happens when old friendships resurface. The guys unpack generational labels—from Baby Boome...
S 4: Ep 84: Fired by My Wife, Elevator Chaos, and Lake Wars | Welcome to the Suburbs 06.04.2026 20:48
Spring has officially arrived—and so has another wildly relatable, laugh-out-loud episode of Welcome to the Suburbs with Andy and Greg. In Season 4, Episode 84, Greg shares the moment he got “fired” as the marketing director of Keely’s aesthetics business (yes, really). What starts as a business conversation quickly turns into a hilarious look at partnerships, communication, and knowing your lane....
S 4 EP: 83 Daylight Saving Confusion, Restaurant Fails & Travel Chaos: Life in the Suburbs 23.03.2026 21:21
What happens when daylight saving time hits, AI blurs reality, and a simple dinner turns into a full-blown suburban saga? In this episode of Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg dive into the everyday moments that somehow spiral into unforgettable stories—from a mistaken credit card situation that feels like a crime scene interrogation, to a steakhouse disaster that ends in a “butterflied” filet...
S4 Ep 82: Creepy Uber Rides, Cold Fish & Chips, and a Free Merch Bag 09.03.2026 18:59
Greg and Andy are back with another round of suburban observations and stories that somehow spiral into the absurd. Andy shares highlights from his 18th Yes concert, including the surprising economics of concert merchandise and how a bag somehow ended up free. From there the conversation drifts into a restaurant experience where the fish and chips arrived stone cold, awkward dining moments, and w...
S 4: EP 81: Ketchup Corn Casserole, Skyline Wars & a $200 Salmon 23.02.2026 21:31
In this episode of Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg tackle the great Midwestern food divide — Skyline Chili vs. real chili, cinnamon crimes, and the shocking discovery of ketchup corn casserole (yes, it exists). From bluegill jigs in the parking lot to a Ruth’s Chris dinner meltdown before a Paul McCartney concert, the night spirals into fired bartenders, dusty wine pours, carrot-tip “seasona...
S4 EP:80 Train Documentaries, Speed Cameras, and the Price of Change 09.02.2026 19:36
Season 4 kicks off with Episode 80, and Andy and Greg ease back in the only way they know how—by talking allergies, aging, Florida anniversaries, train documentaries, and the slow creep of suburban surveillance. Greg returns from a trip to Florida where quality time with his parents includes steak dinners, retirement-level entertainment, and a multi-episode documentary about trains—somehow both bo...
S3 EP 79: The Chocolate Cake Incident (and Other First-World Emergencies) 26.01.2026 21:12
In Season 3, Episode 79 of Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg tackle the kind of crises only suburban life can produce. It starts with a from-scratch chocolate cake, a counter-surfing dog named Geoffrey, and the harsh realization that you can’t really punish a dog — only yourself. From there, the conversation ricochets through sound bath meditation, middle-of-the-night consequences of poor dess...
S:3 EP: 78 ChatGPT vs. the Washing Machine, Semi-Permanent Guests & the Ultimate Picky Eaters Test | Welcome to the Suburbs S3 E78 12.01.2026 19:32
Welcome to Season 3, Episode 78 of Welcome to the Suburbs — and welcome to 2026. In this episode, Andy and Greg unravel the unexpected chaos of suburban life when a semi-permanent short-term guest turns into a full-blown mystery, a washing machine refuses to cooperate, and ChatGPT somehow becomes the most reliable appliance technician in the room. What starts as a broken washer spirals into candle...
S:3 EP: 77 Episode 77: Alberta Clippers, Junk Mail, and Life Before Wi-Fi 29.12.2025 19:30
It’s two degrees below zero, an Alberta Clipper has swept through Indiana, and Greg has officially entered his property manager era—snow removal, salt trucks, and all. Andy and Greg warm up the microphones and reflect on cold mornings, neighborhood smells, junk mail scams, and the absurdity of modern home “protection” programs. From memories of life before Wi-Fi to early dial-up internet, Atari, C...
S:3 Ep: 76 - Brushes With Greatness (and a Cup O’ Liver) 15.12.2025 22:43
This week on Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg return to Lake James for part two of their location recording—and somehow land on Ozzy Osbourne, Brian Wilson, and the unexpected ways greatness brushes up against ordinary life. From Ozzy’s improbable rise—from factory-town kid with a borrowed PA system to genre-defining icon and reality-TV pioneer—to Brian Wilson’s quiet genius and lasting influ...
S3 Ep75: Hauntings, Cookies, Ski Boats & Misadventures at Lake James 01.12.2025 20:02
In Season 3, Episode 75, Andy and Greg take Welcome to the Suburbs on the road to Greg’s family lake house at Lake James — a place with more stories than shoreline. This episode has everything: • Updates on the real hauntings that didn’t make it into Episode 67 • Estelle, the levitating closet ghost (finally with the correct name) • Greg’s mom’s “famous” chocolate chip cookies… straight from the b...
S3 Episode 74: Listener Questions, Mount Rushmore, Milkshakes & Misadventures 17.11.2025 21:25
In Season 3, Episode 74 of Welcome to The Suburbs, Andy and Greg dive into one of the funniest listener-question episodes yet. From PSAS and breast augmentation “research,” to Greg’s Mount Rushmore of comedy and Andy’s Mount Rushmore of legendary sound engineers, nothing is off-limits in this rapid-fire Q&A fueled entirely by loyal listener Ricky. Greg shares outrageous stories from the comedy...
S:3 Episode 73: Hippie Water, Auto-Brewery Syndrome, and the Dredge of Society 03.11.2025 19:41
Dr. Bob joins Andy and Greg in The Suburbs for an unexpectedly educational deep dive into cannabis-infused drinks, bizarre medical mysteries, and why armadillos might be the next big Indiana problem. From auto-brewery syndrome and tetanus shots to Swedish fish with THC, the guys keep the laughs coming while learning just enough to be dangerous. Then Greg wraps up with a lake house confession invol...
S 3: EP 72: Haunted Hosts, Hot Guests & Heavy Metal: Life in the Suburbs 20.10.2025 21:11
Halloween season hits the suburbs, and things are heating up—literally. Andy recounts the infamous Airbnb “heatwave” that nearly melted his five-star rating. Forget the fact these were house guests. Greg flashes back to his childhood drive-in days before diving headfirst into a pop-metal concert that leaves him surrounded by college kids, mosh pits, and existential questions. They also cover: Haun...
Skeletons, THC Loopholes, and the ‘Dear No Name’ Letter 06.10.2025 20:05
Fall has arrived (sort of), and Andy and Greg are back with a fresh mix of suburban stories and tangents. In Episode 71, they cover: Giant skeletons, over-the-top yard displays, and where exactly you store a 10-foot Grim Reaper The mysterious loophole that lets THC drinks hit Indiana liquor store shelves while everything else stays off-limits Greg’s billing fiasco with “Dear No Name” and a custome...
Season 3 Episode 70: From Lingles to Les Paul: Jingles, Guitars & Lost Innocence 22.09.2025 19:29
Andy and Greg kick off fall with laughter, nostalgia, and a brand-new Roslyn Retreat jingle that turns into an unexpected recording adventure. Greg shares the hilarious story of conquering his fear of singing, stepping into the studio, and discovering the difference between a “jingle” and a “lingle.” From late-night paranoia catchphrases like “bringing living room,” to tales of million-dollar guit...
S3 EP: 69 Stuffed Chicken Thighs, Driveway Disasters & Broad Ripple Stories 08.09.2025 19:17
From stuffed chicken thighs and cereal-for-dinner debates to Broad Ripple driveways, short-term rental surprises, and HVAC scams — Andy and Greg are back with another laugh-out-loud episode of Welcome to the Suburbs. In Episode 69, the guys swap stories about managing rentals, neighbor drama, “quick response” QR code revelations, and even how to choose the perfect stripper name. You’ll hear about...
S 3 Ep 68 Owls, Fox Hollow & Fear of Heights 25.08.2025 20:03
Andy and Greg kick off Season 3, Episode 68 with a chilling dive into the Fox Hollow murders—creepy mannequins, strange obsessions, and suburban horror. From there, things take flight (literally) with owl stories, tree-climbing misadventures, and cliffside panic at Havasupai Falls. Add in some neighborhood oddities, HOA hilarity, and family stories that blur the line between truth and tall tale, a...
S: 3 EP: 67 - Bathtub Spaghetti, Haunted Houses & People Magazine Mysteries 11.08.2025 19:52
In Season 3, Episode 67 of Welcome to the Suburbs, Andy and Greg wade into the deep end of summer with a mix of the bizarre, the spooky, and the hilariously mundane. From a comedy club condo with a bathtub full of spaghetti to neighborhood ghost sightings, no story is too strange. They unravel the tale of a mysteriously locked door, a little girl apparition, and even a ghostly grandma. The guys a...
S3EP:66 Cricket Matches, Pillow Mates, and CPAP Nightmares 28.07.2025 19:38
Andy and Greg are back with another late-night ramble through suburban life—this time tackling everything from questionable sleep aids to nostalgic rock trivia. Greg recounts his epic sleep study fail, his reluctant romance with a CPAP machine, and the insurance company’s passive-aggressive text reminders. Andy dives into the hilariously sketchy marketing of the “Pillow Mate” speaker—ideal for li...
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