

112 - The Past Times with Francesca Fiorentini
Feb 14, 2025
Francesca Fiorentini, a talented comedian and host of the Bitchuation Room, joins the conversation. They dive into the quirky realms of journalism and fast food, mixing nostalgia with political commentary. Absurd high school sports mascots and imaginary towns lead to hilarious anecdotes about childhood and urban absurdities. The trio humorously critiques libraries, explores conspiracy theories, and shares ridiculous stories about pee bottles, all while juxtaposing serious societal topics with their signature comedic flair.
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Podcast Introduction
- Dave and Gareth welcome Francesca Fiorentini to The Past Times podcast.
- They introduce the premise of the show, where Dave reads an old newspaper to Gareth and their guest.
Newlywed Game
- Gareth introduces a newlywed game segment with Francesca, guessing her husband Matt's favorite movie and meal.
- Francesca guesses Matt's favorite movie is a Scorsese film or The Godfather and his last meal would be Jack in the Box.
Late-Night Pizza Disaster
- Francesca recounts a story about Matt eating Sbarro's pizza late at night and subsequently waking up with a kidney stone.
- They discuss Jack in the Box's diverse menu and its past E. coli outbreaks.