Cold Open Question of the Week: Have you ever had a hot Dr. Pepper?
Fun with Punctuation: Brian discusses the Christmas card he received from his co-host.
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AI To The Rescue: Brian used AI to help him with compiling and planning possible guests for the podcast in 2026. Has Gary been using AI at work or for any personal projects?
Nick Shirley: The independent journalist uncovers Minnesota daycare facilities that are seemingly empty while collecting millions of dollars in funds.
* In related news, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced he will not be seeking re-election for a third term.
Dave Chappelle: His latest Netflix special was released earlier this month. It wasn’t funny.
Death of SNL: Comedian and podcast host Bill Mahar made a $100 bet with Gus Van Sant recently that late night show would survive more than two seasons following Lorne Michaels’ retirement or death. Michaels is 81.
The show had its lowest viewer rating in history this past year, and nearly reached that same number for its last December show.
Brian asked, “What happened to SNL?”
Bed Rot: A new phenomenon, mostly affecting Gen Z, but even Brian, a proud Gen-Xer, partook during the Christmas holiday:
Counting Crows: Brian watched “Have You Seen Me Lately?” the HBO documentary about ‘90s band Counting Crows.
The McMullens: Brian, following having Steve DeLaney on the podcast, re-watched The Brothers McMullen and The Family McMullen this past week.
Mad Men, Season 1: Brian re-watched the ultimate television series’ first season with his oldest son this Christmas weekend.
Gary’s News of the Weird:
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Tonight: Viral 6-7; Betty Boop and Blondie enter the public domain.
Food Truck Schedule: Friday, January 9th Mestizo’s Cuisine 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, January 10th Bay Bay’s Burgers 4-8 p.m.
RIP:
Adieu: Last week, we lost Brigitte Bardot. The French singer, model and actress became a symbol of the sexual revolution.
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