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Month: April 2025

  • Episode 555: Not His First Time (Building A Lightsaber)

    Episode 555: Not His First Time (Building A Lightsaber)

    Real Life Devon just got back from Barcelona, where his sister-in-law’s wedding was equal parts joyful and medically confusing (house-wide illness, mystery IV drip, etc.). Between family chaos and questioning the overwhelming religious vibes, he managed to sneak in a tour of tapas bars—including Bobby’s Free, a barbershop turned speakeasy where you open a safe to…

  • Episode 554: Swinging for the Stars

    Episode 554: Swinging for the Stars

    Hey, it’s a new week and your favorite trio is back—well, two-thirds of us, anyway. Devon is currently living his best life in Barcelona, probably sipping espresso in a narrow sunlit alley or arguing with someone about FC Barcelona tactics. Meanwhile, the rest of us have been busy with spring break chaos, Santa Cruz curiosities,…

  • Episode 553: Don’t Hit It With A Sword

    Episode 553: Don’t Hit It With A Sword

    Real Life: This week’s episode kicks off with Devon missing in action, attending a wedding and recovering from, well… life. Also, he’s apparently deep into building off-brand LEGO, which raises some very important questions: How many pieces? How many regrets? Meanwhile, Ben survived a 5.2 earthquake and checks in to let us know that everyone’s…

  • Episode 552: From Magic Mirrors to Microchips

    Episode 552: From Magic Mirrors to Microchips

    Real Life:This week’s episode has movie madness, creepers, princesses, and ducks with vendettas. Devon took a deep dive into the Minecraft Movie—yes, it’s real, and yes, it might haunt him forever. Steven watched Disney’s live-action Snow White and has thoughts… strong ones. Meanwhile, Ben got cartoon-punched in the face (in the best way) by The…

  • Episode 551: What the Dummy Does

    Episode 551: What the Dummy Does

    Real Life: This week’s episode is packed with real-life chaos, sci-fi intrigue, and some good ol’ tabletop talk. Devon’s 4-year-old had to audition for attending a school, and guess what? It’s a little stressful! Audible is now offering free content to subscribers, kinda like The Great Courses. Steven brings us part two of our City…