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Oct 15, 2025 • 27min
HTDE: Earthquakes, Dentists, and How To Talk To Your Dog
Discover the innovative use of trained rescue rats that locate survivors after earthquakes! Learn how to communicate with your dentist while you’re mid-procedure. Delve into the fascinating world of dog communication, featuring Stella's impressive button keyboard skills. Celebrate a birthday surprise with the hosts as they gather heartfelt messages and craft a personalized gift, complete with a hidden audio treasure for good measure. A delightful mix of quirky topics awaits!

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Oct 12, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Taimane
This live show from Honolulu is packed with fun! Taimane, the talented ukulele virtuoso, shares her journey and performs a haunting rendition of the Addams Family theme. The lively panel discusses everything from Taylor Swift's latest controversies to humorous limericks about seniors. A contestant faces off in a quiz about airport delays, while Taimane impressively tackles mini golf trivia. The laughter continues with rapid-fire news fill-ins and playful predictions on the future of pop culture!

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Oct 4, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Becca Mann
This week features special guest Becca Mann, who opens up about the mental and physical challenges of long-distance swimming. The panel humorously discusses the implications of AI actors and responds to bizarre workplace policies, including no-shoe rules. They dive into quirky topics like cousin marriage benefits in the UK, a stolen shark incident, and the concept of TV tech leaps. Becca also shares her passion for the ocean and amusingly recounts coaxing friends into swimming. Expect laughter and unexpected twists throughout!

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Oct 1, 2025 • 27min
HTDE: AI, War, and Exercise, with Arnold Schwarzenegger
Discover how inserting a curse word in Google searches can banish AI summaries. Learn creative ways to exercise during your commute, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger's humorous advice on safety first. Explore the intriguing connection between pizza delivery spikes and military logistics with Tim Carman. Enjoy insights from race car driver Joey Logano about the physical demands of driving. Wrap up with entertaining tips on practical workout modifications you can attempt, all while keeping safety in mind.

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Sep 27, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Cynthia Nixon
Comedian Negin Farsad joins former 'Sex and the City' star Cynthia Nixon for a lively discussion. They touch on the fun absurdity of animals testifying in court and the challenges facing Broadway artists today. Nixon shares her insights on her iconic roles and tackles Knicks trivia with surprising flair. The panel also crafts quirky predictions for what could be the next big hit musical, all with plenty of humor. The banter is quick and entertaining, making it a delightful listen!

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Sep 20, 2025 • 48min
WWDTM: Chip Caray
Join a live audience in St. Louis as panelists dive into quirky trivia and hilarious news games. They quiz listeners with 'Who's Chayoke?' and explore trendy topics like skinny jeans and AirPods translations. Chip Carey shares tales from his family's broadcasting legacy and his vibrant career as a Cardinals announcer. Don't miss the wild limerick challenge featuring bizarre news, and enjoy a rapid-fire round of lightning-filled headlines. Laughter and unexpected insights reign supreme throughout!

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Sep 17, 2025 • 25min
HTDE: How To Make Lasagna Without An Oven, with Peter Sagal
This week’s guest is Michael Lerner, an otolaryngologist from Yale Medicine, who dives into the quirky world of the 'no burp syndrome.' The conversation hilariously unpacks retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction and introduces an innovative Botox treatment to help patients burp. Alongside host Peter Sagal, they also explore the unconventional method of making lasagna in a dishwasher, sharing comedic insights on this wacky culinary experiment and engaging listener queries about unique cooking methods.

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Sep 13, 2025 • 48min
WWDTM: Bob Costas
Emmy Blotnick, a comedian hosting Trivia Night for Cheaters, joins the fun alongside sports legend Bob Costas. They tackle the hilarious ramifications of limiting pharmaceutical ads and share quirky pet privacy anecdotes. The discussion shifts to Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint, and how he might navigate Heaven's challenges. With a playful mascot for a phone-free future, they dive into outrageous inheritance tales and the unpredictable world of sports broadcasting, all while engaging in witty banter and interactive games.

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Sep 6, 2025 • 47min
WWDTM: Reneé Rapp
Join the fun as special guest Reneé Rapp chats about the lighter side of life! Explore humorous tales from flight attendants and the political absurdities of today. Discover the surprising mental health benefits of binge-watching TV shows and engage in a lively debate on tough criticism in culture. Enjoy quirky strategies for controlling geese, heartwarming acts of altruism, and the charm of 'familects.' Plus, get ready for a zany quiz on outrageous 'Twilight' scenarios and a rhyming game that will have you laughing along!

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Sep 3, 2025 • 22min
HTDE: OOO Baby, with Andy Samberg, Kate McKinnon, and U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón
U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limón brings her poetic flair to the conversation, sharing tips for crafting creative out-of-office messages that blend professionalism with wit. Comedians Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon dive into quirky couples advice, providing humorous insights on relationships. The lively discussion also touches on the long-held fashion rule of avoiding white after Labor Day, linked to amusing social customs. Expect playful banter and thoughtful musings on communication, woven with laughter and relatable anecdotes.