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Podcast TownPodcast Town 108 : The Grimace Files (w/ guest Grimace)Today we welcome a very special guest to the show - none other than McDonaldland's own purple...thing: Grimace. Hear about Grimace's new podcast, his struggles with substance abuse and being a nepo baby, and some close connections he has to Chris & Rob. But, is it the real Grimace? Or just a guy in a suit? 2025-03-2153 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby 08 : OFFICIAL Gumby Reboot (w/ guest Jay)Today we’re joined by friend of the show and actor / screenwriter Jay, who tells all about his exciting forthcoming project: the official Gumby reboot. Then we perform a table read of the pilot episode, which features all of your favorite Gumby characters...and some surprises.2025-01-2437 minPodcast TownHoliday Special : A (Rob's) Christmas StoryThe annual holiday special is here! This time, Rob narrates the story of a memorable Christmas from his childhood, when life was simpler and the only present he wanted was something all the adults around him warned was too dangerous: an explicit album. Through all the ups and downs of the holiday season, we are reminded to cherish our close friends and loved ones. Or in Rob’s case - his Mom’s cousin, Joey. 2024-12-1337 minPodcast TownPodcast Town 100th EpisodeAfter more than a year since episode 99, we are officially doing the 100th episode of Podcast Town (aka Chris & Rob Talk About Other People's Podcasts). You're welcome!For this momentous occasion, we play a never-before heard podcast that happens to be the 2nd podcast ever recorded. We found it in a box from 1985 on a cassette tape next to the first podcast ever recorded (which we played way back on episode 1). It's called: P.O.D.C.A.S.T. Plus, we hear from some bonus special guests at the end of the show.2024-11-1555 min
Podcast TownPlayer Interference : A World Series PodcastDear Listeners, Our podcast got hacked Wednesday night by those two Yankee fans who tried to grab the ball from Mookie Betts' glove during World Series Game 4. They did a whole podcast on our feed while watching Game 5 live. I wish we had something else to play for you today but unfortunately we don't, so this one is for you sports heads out there. Could this the most niche episode of our podcast or any podcast ever? You be the (Aaron) judge!- Chris & Rob2024-11-0152 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 07 : Is Gumby Catholic? (w/ guest Steve)It's time once again to talk about Gumby. Today we welcome special guest Steve to the podcast to discuss Halloween songs, nude cartoon characters, and purgatory. But will we learn anything new about Gumby? And if so, is any of it true? We'll never know!2024-10-1857 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob See CREED LIVEAt long last, Chris & Rob complete their epic journey to see Creed live in concert. Follow along as they record their experience before, during, and after the show and answer all your burning questions: How was the pre-show pizza? Did Scott Stapp mention Step by Step during the performance? And how do you pronounce the word “amphitheater”? This is the episode that is guaranteed to take you HIGHER! 2024-10-0448 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 06 : Pokey REVEALEDWe deep dive once again into the world of Gumby, dropping a major bombshell as we reveal once and for all COLOR OF POKEY.2024-09-0638 minPodcast TownStep by Stapp Reboot 15 : Creed Concert Recap Part 1 (w/ guest Erika)Did Chris & Rob see Creed live in concert like they've been hyping for the past year? Will Carol have her baby on the Step by Step S4 finale? Does Erika still love Finger Eleven? Erika joins to talk about all this and more on a momentous, epic, legendary episode of Step by Stapp.2024-08-0952 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars : 1997 Ford Explorer XLT (Extra Luxurious Truck) w/ guest BruceToday we welcome special guest Bruce to discuss his first car: a'97 Ford Explorer XLT. Hear all about his infamous subwoofer, a near accident involving rotten fruit, and his favorite Long Island landmarks such as The Cheesecake Factory. Then buckle up for another exciting round of Kelly Blue Book Bingo as we try and guess what the 97 Explorer would sell for today. 2024-05-1745 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 05 : Is Gumby Cactus? (w/ guest other Chris)Today we welcome another guest who has some Gumby thoughts to get off his chest on Chris & Rob Talk About Gumby. His name is also Chris and he's got ideas on everything from Gumby's voice to the color of Gumby's car to how much it costs to book Bubba Sparxxx for a private event. But does this Chris actually know shit about Gumby? Or is he implanting false memories in our brains?2024-04-0545 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 04 : How Many Gumbies Are There? (w/ guest Jimmy)We’re here to learn more about Gumby on episode 4 of the podcast that is sweeping the nation: Chris & Rob Talk About Gumby. Today we welcome Jimmy to the show, who believes he can refute at least 3 facts we think we’ve learned so far. But does Jimmy really know Gumby? Or is it just more fake news? 2024-03-0854 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 03 : Does Gumby Drive? (w/ guest Jay)We're back to learn about everyone's favorite probably green character: GUMBY. Special guest Jay joins us to talk about the two possible Gumby facts he knows. We also talk more about Bubba Sparxxx's 2005 hit "Ms. New Booty", discuss what might be happening in parallel universes, and come up with an idea for a Gumby reboot. 2024-02-0940 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 02 : Is Gumby Pants? (w/ guest Erika)Special guest Erika joins us on an all new episode to tell what she thinks she knows about Gumby. Plus, we decide on a theme song for the podcast. 2024-01-1232 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About Gumby : 01 : What is Gumby?It’s the inaugural episode of our in-depth, informational podcast about America’s favorite thing…Gumby. On this episode we set out to answer such detailed questions as: what is Gumby? What color is Gumby? And what is shape of Gumby?2023-12-0819 minPodcast TownStep by Stapp Reboot 01 : Everybody's BackCreed is back and so are we! After a 4 year hiatus, we have decided to do another "season" of Step by Stapp. New episodes will be dropping every other Friday, and we will continue to pepper in our sister podcasts like "Chris & Rob Talk About 90's Cars". Eventually, we will get to the 100th episode of Podcast Town. But first...The Texas Rangers amplified Creed by making "Higher" their anthem this postseason. Creed reunited and will be touring next year. And Chris and Rob are returning to talk Step and Stapp to you every other week. 2023-11-0357 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars : TOYOTA NIGHTLight some candles and put the slow jams on because tonight is Toyota Night here on CARTANC. In this sizzling edition we talk about not one, but TWO 90's cars: the 1991 Toyota Camry and the 1990 Toyota Corolla - cars that Rob and Chris drove respectively. Rob and Chris also discover that they have eerily similar stories about their Toyotas, plus an extra special game of Kelly Blue Book Bingo (known throughout the land as KBBB).2023-09-2248 minPodcast Town96 : Anti-Harassment TrainingChris & Rob watch a harassment prevention training video in order to be in compliance with podcast standards. 2023-08-1121 minPodcast Town95 : My Mom's Cousin Joey : Joey & Rob Talk About 90s CarsToday we get another taste of the podcast Rob reluctantly records every night with his Mom's cousin, Joey. This episode they discuss 90s cars in an attempt to usurp Chris & Rob's other show on the same subject. 2023-07-2844 minPodcast Town86 : Madison Avenue Advertising Men 2Today we feature a new episode of a podcast first played on Podcast Town back in 2020. It's called Madison Avenue Advertising Men and it features a couple of marketing geniuses who let their listeners in on the process to craft perfect ad pitches to prospective clients. Plus, Chris & Rob discuss their new Kickstarters.2023-03-2445 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1990 Chevy Celebrity (w/ guest Jay)Jay joins us for today’s episode to discuss a car near and dear to his and Chris's heart: their mutual high school friend's 1990 Chevy Celebrity. This was more of a stunt car than an every day driver. Hear about the harrowing, legal(?) fun they had in this car, and of course play along to everyone's favorite game as we guess what one of these godforsaken things might be worth in 2023 on "Kelly Blue Book Bingo" (KBBB).2023-02-2450 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1990 Lincoln Town Car Stretch Limo (w/ guest Erika)Erika joins us to discuss an unusual car her family owned growing up: a 1990 Lincoln Town Car STRETCH LIMO. Hear about how her Dad came to own such a car, the ridiculous things they did in it, and of course play along as we try to guess what a 33 year old limousine with half a million miles would be valued at today. 2022-12-3053 minPodcast TownBonus Episode : Merry BrickmasEveryone knows that Ben Folds’ 1997 hit song, Brick, takes place on December 26th. Today, Chris & Rob come together to discuss the holiday known throughout the world as Brickmas, share their favorite Brickmas traditions, and deep dive into the lyrics of the song original Brickmas song - Brick. 2022-12-2622 minPodcast Town81 : Holiday Special : Santa Claus Is Comin' To Podcast TownOn the 2022 Podcast Town Holiday Special, Chris & Rob welcome a very big guest: Santa Claus himself! But is the "person" who joins the show on Zoom claiming to be St. Nick the real deal? Or is he a fraud?2022-12-1650 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1998 Dodge Neon (Part II)Chris and Rob are back to talk about 90s cars on Chris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars. Today, Rob regales us with another story involving his first car and one fateful night. This story has twists, turns, and of course, a 1998 Dodge Neon. 2022-11-0458 minPodcast Town78 : Halloween Hamburglar Hunt with Uncle JeffChris, Rob, and Julian join Chris's Uncle Jeff on his annual Halloween tradition: spending a night in the woods attempting to catch his his mortal enemy: The Hamburglar.2022-10-2142 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1992 Mercury Grand MarquisWell, it's time to talk about 90s cars again - and for this episode we have a real powerhouse: the Mercury Grand Marquis. Hear about an errand Rob once ran in his grandfather's 92 Grand Marquis, an incident Chris had in a Grand Marquis while in Las Vegas, and guess how much a 92 Grand Marquis in "fair" condition is worth today on Kelly Blue Book Bingo (aka KBBB).2022-09-0945 minPodcast Town74 : Chris & Rob's Podcast ContractChris and Rob come together for an emergency, in-person recording session after receiving a concerning voicemail about the terms of a years old contract they don’t remember signing. Guest appearance by Steve Okawa2022-08-1235 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1992 Chevy LuminaToday we dive back into 90s cars on an edition of Chris and Rob Talk About 90s Cars. This time, focused on the thing of beauty known as the 1992 Chevy Lumina base model. Find out who designed the car, whether or not they tested the side impact before releasing it, and what Chris listened to in his Lumina when he drove to high school every day. Plus, we play the electrifying game that is taking the nation by storm: Kelly Blue Book Bingo. 2022-07-2940 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars : 1996 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Edition (w/ guest Kendra)It’s time to talk about 90s cars again, this time with special guest and self-proclaimed speed freak, Kendra, who came to discuss her 1996 Ford Explorer. But this was no ordinary Explorer - this was the coveted EDDIE BAUER EDITION, which history has proven to be one of the greatest mid-size SUV / clothing brand collabs of all time. 2022-06-1744 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars - 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (w/ guest Erika)We're here talking 90s cars again - specifically a cherry red 1996 Pontiac Sunfire once owned by our guest, Erika. Learn all about how many doors the car had, how Erika came to own it, and don't miss the shocking ending to her story about this car. Plus, we play Kelly Blue Book Bingo (KBBB) to see who can guess closest to the current value of a 96 Sunfire, and thus, be forced to buy one.2022-04-2249 minPodcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars : 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (w/ guest Steve)On another special episode of “Chris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars”, Chris and Rob talk about the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora with special guest Steve Okawa. They dive deep into the Aurora’s Wikipedia page, guess what one might be worth today, and Steve shares a story about his Aurora set in a Chili’s parking lot you have to hear to believe (or not believe). 2022-02-2535 min
Podcast TownChris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars : 1998 Dodge NeonWelcome to a new podcast! On "Chris & Rob Talk About 90s Cars", Chris and Rob (and guests) talk about 90s cars. Each episode dives deep on a particular year, make, and model we owned / drove / appreciated. Hear what we loved and hated about the car, personal stories about said car, fascinating facts from the car's wikipedia (for example, did you know the 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora was designed by Maurice "Bud" Chandler?), and play along as we try to guess what the car is worth today. On our first episode, we focus on the 1998 Dodge Neon and hear about on...2022-02-1141 minPodcast Town62 : Holiday Special : It's An Okay Life, I GuessChris & Rob are about to record their annual holiday episode when Rob reveals some bad news: Podcast Town is going to be shut down by Buzzsprout due to an outstanding balance of $50. Blaming himself, Rob contemplates what things would be like if he didn’t exist. Just then he is visited by a (familiar sounding) angel who shows him what the podcast and the world would he like if he were never born. 2021-12-1753 minPodcast Town42 : The Podcast Town Video GameWe are excited to announce the release of Podcast Town : The Video Game. On this special episode, Chris & Rob walk you through some of the game's levels and share insider tips on how to win. 2021-02-2634 minPodcast Town38 : Holiday Special : Pod HardChris & Rob attend a VIP podcast host holiday Zoom party, but things turn ugly when the newly sentient digital incarnation of Die Hard villain Hans Gruber takes their virtual celebration hostage. Can Rob & Chris, with a little help from some friends, save the day and also Christmas? 2020-12-1841 minPodcast Town33 : My Mom's Cousin Joey 2Since Chris & Rob forgot to find a show to feature this week, they decide to check in on the other podcast Rob does nightly with his Mom’s cousin Joey. Hear all about Joey’s latest plan to frame his mailman for murder, his business peddling fake celebrity autographs, and a very important announcement he has for Rob. 2020-10-0932 minPodcast Town31 : Chris & Rob's OnlyFansOn this bonus episode, Chris & Rob go over the tiers and pricing structure of their OnlyFans account.2020-09-1819 minPodcast Town28 : Catching Up With MartiiChris & Rob address their long-standing feud with Michelle Obama. Then infamous show interrupter Martii interrupts the show to catch everyone up on how his 2020 is going. Things get further complicated when the call is zoom-bombed by Martin Pendergast, another uninvited guest. But it turns out Martii and Martin may have more in common than the first 5 letters of their names...2020-08-1436 minPodcast Town26 : Podcast InceptionChris & Rob introduce this week's featured podcast, "The Podcast Showcase", and things quickly get out of hand.2020-07-1738 minPodcast Town18 : A History of VirusChris & Rob try to do something different by showcasing an earnest medical advice podcast they hope will provide valuable information in the face of the 2020 global pandemic.2020-03-2730 minPodcast Town12 : Nasty Time with The Dirty BoysThe first episode of 2020 features a podcast from a couple of old "friends": Bob K. and Charles K. Schwab host Nasty Time with The Dirty Boys, a Christian podcast disguised as a podcast for heathens. Full disclosure: the Schwab brothers paid to have their show featured on Podcast Town, and paid extra to have Chris & Rob advertise their new line of sports drinks. 2020-01-0326 minPodcast Town11 : Holiday Special : The Tim Allen ClauseWhen the Podcast Town holiday special is interrupted by a mysterious visitor, Chris & Rob are thrown into an adventure that will not only teach them the true meaning of Christmas, but also answer the age old question: is Tim Allen real?2019-12-2027 minPodcast Town09 : The Moonrise Kingdom Cult (w/ guest Nick Baglas)The Moonrise Kingdom Cult is famous for two things: 1.) its weekly podcast aimed at recruiting new members, and 2.) not having any members. This week Chris & Rob are shocked to learn they once appeared as guests on the show, despite having no memory of the experience. They must listen along to discover what happened as events unfold and between them and the show’s bizarre host and self-proclaimed cult leader, “Jeffery.”2019-11-2228 minPodcast TownPodcast Town TrailerHear the trailer for Podcast Town, a brand new show from the hosts of Step by Stapp coming to platforms everywhere AUGUST 2ND.Podcast aficionados Chris McCarthy & Rob Hadden are shining a light on some of the best undiscovered podcasts out there. Each episode showcases a different under-the-radar podcast that in addition to being completely real, is also definitely not fake. These shows span genres and feature a variety of hosts and guests who don't sound anything like Chris or Rob. Oh, and don't look for them in your podcast app because you won't find them. Only...2019-07-1906 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 81 : Trial of the CenturyOn the penultimate episode of the podcast, Julian Morena returns to once again demand royalties for writing the Step by Stapp theme song. Having anticipated this, Chris & Rob bring their lawyer, Chad Nicholas (Nick Baglas) on the show to defend them. Little do they know Julian brought his lawyer as well, Chris's infamous Uncle Jeff (Steve Schifini). What unfolds is a thrilling and, at times, disgusting courtroom drama people will be talking about for years to come. On Step by Step, Cody's friend who is an old man tries to commit suicide. Plus, the Creed song "Who's...2019-04-121h 00
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 80 : The Big AnnouncementsLadies & Gentlemen, we have two big announcements. 1.) The Step by Stapp 3rd anniversary show in April will also be the series finale. Yes, this podcast is coming to an end - but a new one is just around the corner! Announcement 2.) Scott Stapp has a new album coming out and the first single has been released. Chris & Rob provide unprecedented access to their process as they analyze new Stapp lyrics live on the show and discover how this new song might be about the Step by Step episode where they all go to family therapy. If you'd...2019-03-2955 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 77 : The Amnesia EpisodeWhen Chris & Rob both get amnesia after being struck by lightning, they must figure out who they are and what their podcast is about (with a little help from a friendly caller). They soon discover the episode of Step by Step where Cody also gets lightning-induced amnesia. But can Chris & Rob piece together which Creed song was inspired by that specific episode? Or what a song even is? Listen and find out for yourself!2019-02-1548 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 76 : Super Bowl CommercialsChris & Rob are pleased to announce they will be starring in the official 2019 Tostitos Super Bowl ads (after stealing the master copy of the original ads from the Tostitos office janitor). Get a sneak peek before the big game by hearing Chris & Rob perform the commercials live on the podcast. With plenty of twists, turns, audible chewing, & some major celebrity cameos, these spots are BOUND to go viral! Keeping with the theme, on Step by Step, Patrick Duffy auditions to become an amateur sportscaster at the local TV network. Oh, and also the song "Illusions" by Creed...2019-02-0143 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 75 : Public Service AnnouncementsChris & Rob discuss the episode of Step by Step where Cody joins a fraternity and goes to a party where people are having pre-marital sex. You wouldn't believe what Scott Stapp thought about this scenario when he wrote the bonus track alternate take: With Arms Wide Open (Strings Version)" Plus, under new corporate management, Chris & Rob must read a series of PSAs. When the ads get a little confusing, the new owners call in to take matters into their own hands.2019-01-1840 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 74 : The Time Travelers' PodcastChris & Rob try to start 2019 right by solely talking about Step by Step and Scott Stapp, but become distracted by the time machine Rob stole from Elon Musk's house on New Year's Eve. When they get a glimpse of their future 2 years down the line, they realize they must do whatever it takes to change the course of history and save the podcast. Also, on Step by Step Dana goes to college and Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song Silent Teacher about it. 2019-01-0446 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 73 : Holiday Special : How the Chunch Stole ChristmasChris & Rob are planning to record a very special holiday episode - their first ever LIVE stream on Christmas morning. Unfortunately for them, a mysterious podcast hater known only as "The Chunch" has plans to ruin the show and take all the joy out of the now famous tradition that is Step by Stapp's Christmas episode. As per usual, if you happen to be a music copyright lawyer: please feel free to skip this one. Thank you in advance and happy holidays to all! 2018-12-2029 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 72 : Performance ReviewsChris & Rob try to do a normal show and talk about the Step by Step episode where Mark takes karate lessons (and why Scott Stapp wrote the song "What If" about it), but are interrupted by a couple of HR reps from corporate who are monitoring the podcast as year-end protocol. 2018-12-0748 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 71 : Prom Night FlashbackChris & Rob discover a lost recording from when they first met at the high school prom in which both their dates no-showed. As the unedited tape plays it becomes obvious that their experience was not only reminiscent of the Step by Step S3 finale, "Prom Night", but also that the Creed song "Unforgiven" was written specifically about that episode. 2018-11-2350 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 69 : The Big, Spooky Halloween EpisodeFor their big Halloween special, Chris & Rob book infamous paranormal investigator Chad LaRemy (Nick Baglas). But while recording in Chad's sprawling 19th century mansion, weird things start happening. And the more Chad divulges about his past, the weirder things get. Also they discuss the film noir parody episode of Step by Step and the Art of Anarchy song "A Light in Me" (aka the devil's music) which was obviously written about that episode.2018-10-2655 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 68 : Scottoberfest (w/ guest Erika)Chris & Rob welcome guest Erika back to the show to celebrate Scottoberfest and share in some traditional Scott Stapp themed fall brews. They also discuss the episode of Step by Step where Suzanne Somers gets addicted to diet pills and the Scott Stapp song "Crash", which was written as a tribute to that episode.Plus, Erika tells her incredible story of seeing Creed perform live in 2002, and a special jumbo sized "You've Got Voicemail" segment. This episode truly has something for everyone. 2018-10-1250 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 66 : The Creepiest Thing Of All TimeOn Step by Step, the kids watch horror films and then take turns scaring each other. Scott Stapp had some thoughts about that when he wrote the unreleased song called “Pray For Sunrise.”Plus, Chris & Rob share their experience of not going to see Scott Stapp on Fox & Friends, a new listener voicemail, and the creepiest non ghost story ever told. This episode is so spooky you are guaranteed to soil your Hanes. 2018-09-1439 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 65 : Instant Messaging With Heidi KlumGoing with the theme of today's Step by Step episode where Karen & Al audition for a modeling gig at the local mall, Chris & Rob book Heidi Klum as a guest on the podcast. Unfortunately the terms of the interview stipulate it must be over AOL Instant Messenger. Plus: hear the Creed song Scott Stapp wrote as a very obvious tribute to Al Lambert's modeling career, and we get a new listener voicemail.2018-08-3049 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 64 : Doctor PremonitionChris & Rob read the lost pilot to a network drama Chris wrote years ago - Doctor Premonition - which is (kind of) similar to the episode of Step by Step where Cody has premonitions in his dreams. The result is must-hear TV! Also, turns out the Creed song Scott Stapp wrote about that ep of Step by Step was hiding in plain sight on the Eurpean version of Human Clay THIS WHOLE TIME. 2018-08-1744 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 63 : Celebrity Birthday BashWhen Chris forgets Rob's birthday, he scrambles to get some of Rob's favorite celebrities to call into the show. You'll never believe what Harvey Fierstein sounds like in real life!Mark on Step by Step is also celebrating a big birthday, but things don't go his way after he falls in love during a game of "Spin the Bottle".Plus, the Stapp Conspiracy is blown wide open when Chris & Rob discover the truth about this week's song. The lyrics must be heard to be believed...2018-08-0347 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 62 : The Stapp ConspiracyChris & Rob take you inside the Step by Stapp lab to reveal the process by which they identify which Creed song is about which episode of Step by Step. But in struggling to find a song for this week's show, they uncover what could be the greatest conspiracy of the 21st century dealing with 90s post-grunge Christian rock and TGIF sitcoms. On Step by Step, Cody teaches kids to read. 2018-07-2042 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 61 : The Lost Christmas EpisodeChris & Rob play a recording of the time they spent Christmas in jail with a quirky police officer (Nick Baglas) guarding them. Coincidentally, the experience is very similar to the holiday episode of Step by Step Season 3 in which Frank & Carol spend Christmas behind bars with their guard, Don Knotts. And despite being incarcerated, Rob & Chris still manage to decipher that the Art of Anarchy song "Changed Man" was written about that exact episode.2018-07-0644 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 59 : How To Do A Good PodcastChris & Rob offer free advice to some struggling podcasts out there, like this one called "This American Life". With some practice and strict adherence to these guidelines, maybe even those dopes can someday make a good podcast. On Step by Step, Frank & Carol turn to a self help book for marriage advice and it nearly ruins their entire lives. Plus, Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song "The Song You Sing" about the Lamberts' ill-fated attempt to spice up their relationship.2018-06-0845 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 57 : Pickup Art of Anarchy : A Step by Step Guide To Getting ChicksChris & Rob let you in on their patented methods for picking up chicks at the club in this special episode that should really be behind a paywall. Find out how to avoid bouncers, fake phone conversations with celebrities, and of course seal the deal with the woman you've been ignoring all night. On Step by Step, Cody learns a little something about dating as well when he gets involved with a single mom. And this episode really connected with Scott Stapp when he wrote the Art of Anarchy song "Won't Let You Down" about Cody's love life.2018-05-1145 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 55 : 2nd Anniversary Show - Live at Denny'sChris & Rob try to record their 2nd anniversary episode over a nice, quiet dinner at Denny's but keep getting interrupted by their confused waiter, Chad (Nick Baglas).On Step by Step, it's Frank & Carol's 2 year anniversary as well and they fight over whose presents are the best. Luckily Brendan is there to put things in perspective by giving them the worst present of all: the mere fact that he exists. And Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song "Inside Us All" about anniversaries, too. 2018-04-1351 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 54 : Rob's InterventionChris is joined by guest cohost Kendra Hadden as they surprise regular cohost / Kenrda's husband Rob with an intervention to address Rob's addiction to the video game Diddy Kong Racing. On Step by Step, the white Urkel Mark Foster also has a video game addiction that nearly ruins his life when he gets a D for the first time ever in school. And of course Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song "One" about Mark's struggle.2018-03-3040 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 53 : Trading PodcastsStep by Step super fan / previous guest "Bob K." challenges Chris & Rob to trade podcasts for the day. While Bob & his brother Charles K. Schwab take over Step by Stapp, Chris & Rob must do an episode of the secretly Evangelical Christian podcast "Nasty Time with The Dirty Boys".Meanwhile on Step by Step, Frank & Carol trade places with J.T. & Dana to settle once and for all who has it worse: white teenagers or white 45 year olds. And of course Scott Stapp's song "The Great Divide" also weighs in on this.2018-03-1647 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 52 : Books BrothersChris & Rob start a new business selling book reports to high school students, but end up getting cyber bullied.Coincidentally on Step by Step, J.T. tries this same scheme by stealing Mark's essays and selling them to the football team. And you won't believe the lengths Scott Stapp went to while writing the Creed song "Good Fight" in order to secretly make it about this episode. 2018-03-0239 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 51 : Going CreedChris & Rob try to get their new religion off the ground and welcome Erika back to the show to be initiated as its first member. Later on, Erika and Rob start a Trader Joe's side podcast and get a not so unexpected caller.On Step by Step, Frank feels pressured by Carol into going to church but has to miss the big game to do so. And the Creed song "What's This Life For?" is definitely about that episode of a TV sitcom and NOT about abortion like it may appear on the surface. 2018-02-1647 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 50 : The 50th Episode (w/ Julian Morena & Uncle Jeff)Episode 50 kicks off with a brand new theme song penned by guest Julian Morena. But when Chris & Rob realize they accidentally agreed to pay Julian $1000 per listener download, they quickly scramble to ruin the show. Enter Chris's infamous Uncle Jeff, who immediately grosses everyone out. But is it enough to drive away all listeners, saving Chris & Rob from debt? Along the way are several shocking revelations as well as a group table read of Uncle Jeff's Crocodile Dundee fan fiction. And for you purists, we also discuss the episode of Step by Step where Dana mo...2018-02-0245 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 49 : Creed (The Band) The MusicalChris & Rob perform selections from their new musical about legendary band Creed and its formation in the early 90s. These amazing original songs like the opening number, "What's Singing?", will be bouncing around in your head for weeks. Find out how Scott Stapp & the boys came to write all their songs about Step by Step, and don't miss the grand finale.And on the season 3 premiere of Step by Step, Dana & Cody are cast in a community theater production of Romeo & Juliet. Years later Scott Stapp wrote his song "Sublime" about their performances. 2018-01-1934 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 47 : Holiday Special : Home But No One Else Is ThereChris & Rob sneak in a quick recording session before their families depart for a joint vacation to Paris for the holidays. But when their wives accidentally leave without them, the boys are left at home...by themselves.Although they are frightened by the prospect, Chris & Rob try to make the most of their situation being in the house unattended, but soon realize they must confront the yuppie teenage burglars lurking just outside. 2017-12-2137 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 45 : The JackhammerChris & Rob await the biggest guest they've ever landed for this baseball themed episode: none other than world renowned MLB legend Jack "The Jackhammer" Hammerjack. They are ready to discuss the Step by Step episode where Mark (a nerd) has to play baseball, as well as the Creed song "Wash Away The Years" which, of course, was inspired by said episode.The Jackhammer is en route to the studio and giving updates on his whereabouts, but will he show up in time and is he really as good a guy as the media makes him out to...2017-11-2445 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 43 : WTF'ing (with special guest Rob Leon)Very famous New York comedian Rob Leon joins Chris & Rob to discuss the episode of Step by Step where J.T. gets a girlfriend but needs Mark (the white Urkel) to show him how to treat her right. We also find out what Scott Stapp thought about this episode when he wrote the song "Surround Me."Plus, Chris & Rob set out to have an in depth, personal WTF-style conversation with comedian Rob Leon but soon realize they are terrified and unprepared to do their first big interview. In a panic, they start questioning him about Hillary's emails.2017-10-2748 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 42 : The Hulu Virus (Part 2)Picking up where Ep 41 left off, Chris & Rob try to outsmart Lord Hulu - a computer virus that is making them complete challenges in order to continue streaming Step by Step. If they lose, not only will their Hulu access be denied, but their souls will be lost for eternity.Also, they discuss the Step by Step episode "Aloha : Part 2" and tell you why Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song Full Circle about it.2017-10-1332 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 41 : The Hulu Virus (Part 1)Chris & Rob throw a party to celebrate the TGIF catalogue release on Hulu (which of course includes our beloved Step by Step). No longer will the boys have to dodge computer viruses to watch the show on sketchy websites and all is right with the world. OR IS IT?We also discuss the Step by Step episode "Aloha Part 1" where the entire family goes to Hawaii. That episode ends with a "to be continued." Pretty annoying when shows do that, right?2017-09-2938 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 40 : Valentine's Day in SeptemberSpecial guest Erika is back to help Chris & Rob answer listener questions on all things romance for this Valentine's Day in September themed Step by Stapp. And as luck would have it, the episode of Step by Step being discussed today is also about Valentine's Day.Plus, did you ever wonder if the Creed song "Never Die" from 1999's Human Clay was actually about Dana Foster getting dumped by her boyfriend? If so, this podcast is specifically for you. Enjoy, weirdo.2017-09-1549 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 39 : The Real Podcasters of Step by StappOn Step by Step, J.T. and Cody's public access show gets picked up to go state wide, so of course J.T. becomes an unbelievable asshole. Scott Stapp had a few things to say about this when he wrote "Unforgiven" from My Own Prison.Plus, the podcast (finally) gets its own TV show on the acclaimed network VH2. However, Chris & Rob's friendship and the future of the show is put in jeopardy when Rob forgets to use a coaster. And the more they talk about the big wig executive they met from VH2, the more Chris...2017-09-0147 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 38 : Ladies' Night (w/ Special Guest Andrea, Who Is Not a Robot)It's ladies' night and the feeling is NOT right when Chris & Rob can't find any women to be on the podcast. Luckily they meet Andrea on hotornot.com, who calls in to offer the female perspective of this episode of Step by Step where Frank hires an attractive woman to his construction crew. We also discuss the Art of Anarchy song 1000 Degrees, and Rob falls in love with Andrea despite the fact that she may actually be a robot.2017-08-1845 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 37 : Step by Step RebootAll Dana wants for her 17th birthday is to have a Sprite-fueled, no-parents party at a weird motel. Her mom, Carol, forbids it so she lies and sneaks out to have the sober high school party of her dreams. And what are the odds that Carol and Frank booked a room in the same hotel for the sole purpose of getting freaky? The odds are 100%.Plus, Chris & Rob pitch a Step by Step reboot that would be right at home alongside Fuller House, Girl Meets World, and Game of Thrones. And the best part is they have...2017-08-0439 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 36 : Chris & Rob Try Hard DrugsOn Step by Step, Cody is sad when his old man friend Walter from the nursing home dies. But then he's happy when he finds out the old man left him 250K in his will. Now Cody has to deal with all the kids in the clan who want a piece of his inheritance. Scott Stapp also took Walter's death pretty hard when he wrote the song "On My Sleeve" and of course we will explain how the episode and song are related.Plus, Chris & Rob record at Rob's house for a change since he has the...2017-07-2140 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 35 : Guys' Night (w/ Special Guest Erika)Frank's high school buddy Scooter comes to visit and makes everyone in the family and the viewing audience uncomfortable. Also Cody gets a pet turkey. And wouldn't you know it, the Creed song "Stand Here With Me" is also about those things. Plus Chris & Rob have a guys' night, which of course consists of drinking light beer and looking at the adult magazines Chris stole from his uncle's house. Unfortunately they forgot they invited returning guest Erika to also be on this episode, forcing them to break their strict guys' night "no chicks allowed" rule.2017-07-0738 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 33 : Podcast PresidentsOn Step by Step, Dana & J.T. face off in the school election for Student Body President. But even though Dana is more qualified, J.T. wins as voters flock to his tell-it-like-it-is outsider persona. Oh boy. Plus, Chris & Rob run against each other for President of Step by Stapp. This podcast campaign has everything - attack ads, heated debates, and finally the tension of election night as both votes are counted. Who will win? Who will lose? And will Billy Joel seek legal action for using his copyrighted music? Listen and see!2017-06-0941 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 32 : Boy Meets DurstReturning guests and resident Art of Anarchy experts Steve Schifini & Julian Morena (aka The Fart Boys) are here to help decipher how the Step by Step episode where Cody reveals his virginity inspired Scott Stapp to write a new song in 2017. Plus, Chris & Rob get deep during a very serious interview about Julian's new album. We find out all the scintillating details such as the name of the album and how many tracks are on it. Also, Steve discusses his rival podcast and we try to figure out once and for all whether ventriloquism is real or not. Julian...2017-05-2647 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 31 : Scott Weiland's Ghost Calls LovelineDana has a date with Mike "The Mover" Walters, who everybody knows just wants sex. Luckily Patrick Duffy is there to c-block her at every turn. Plus, Chris & Rob report on the recent Scott Stapp interview in which he reveals that he spoke with the ghost of Scott Weiland in a tour bus bathroom. The news story is light on details, so Chris & Rob reenact the encounter to show you EXACTLY how that conversation happened. In this episode, you will also find out how to prove the number of times you've had sex in your life, and how to...2017-05-1239 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 30 : S by S-TownSuzanne Somers' most attractive daughter, Karen, gets a chance to go to Chicago and be ogled by old men as a teen model. For some reason, Carol doesn't like this. Will Karen see that her mother is just looking out for her best interests? Or will she abandon her family and become the glamorous supermodel she's always wanted to be? I honestly can't remember. Plus, Chris & Rob try their hand at NPR-style investigative journalism podcasting and create their own version of the wildly popular S-Town. They reach out to a mysterious Step by Step fan twitter account and meet...2017-04-2838 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 28 : #GimmieDatVanStep by Step again steals directly from 1992's popular culture and does an episode where the family brings home a giant but lovable St. Bernard. But when the dog gets between Frank & Carol's love making, they swiftly kick it out of their home forever. Plus, Chris discovers a contest in which indie rock veterans The Shins are giving away their trusty touring van - which happens to look EXACTLY LIKE CODY'S VAN. This of course fits perfectly with the podcast's upcoming world tour, so Chris & Rob cover a Shins song live on the show in order to win. They...2017-03-3142 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 23 : Horny Old Man ContestAfter Frank pushes Carol & Karen to enter a mother/daughter beauty contest at the local old white guy club, they are immediately verbally assaulted by said old white guys. But you know the old saying - "the show must go on regardless of unwanted sexual advances!" They perform a cheery duet much to the delight of old white guys and young white guys alike. Plus, Chris & Rob make a bet for $55 on whether Rob can go the full episode without singing a Destiny's Child song. They also each reveal a fact about themselves that the other doesn't know, and...2017-01-2041 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 21 : Holiday Special : A Chris-mas CarolChris & Rob set out to do just another episode of the show; but things quickly go awry when a request for a day off leads Chris to cancel the recording & kick Rob (a.k.a. Bad Boy Bobby Cratchit) out of his house. Chris is soon visited by some colorful spirits as they try to show him the true meaning of Christmas before it's too late. This is a completely original premise. Enjoy this episode around the yule log with your family, unless you are a copyright lawyer in which case please ignore the musical selections. A new holiday...2016-12-2142 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 20 : Sally, Jessy, & RaphaelTo celebrate our 20th episode, special guest Erika returns to the show to analyze the Step by Step where Frank finds out his elderly father is dating a stripper. Then we listen to and discuss the Creed smash hit "With Arms Wide Open". We all agree that it is, indeed, a song. Plus, Erika recalls a childhood memory of acting out the Sally Jessy Raphael Show into a Talkboy, and we revive the show with our own take on it. Chris & Rob recount tales of going to the worst strip club in town, and we learn about the world's...2016-12-0944 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 19 : The First Creed ThanksgivingThe Lamberts & Fosters get invited to a country club, where they immediately embarrass themselves by being low class. Cody gets an oven installed in his van and Dana has the hots for a rich guy's son. Plus, Chris & Rob reenact the first Creed Thanksgiving and Chris asks to borrow Rob's leaf blower. Then don't miss our brand new segment, "Bobby Baggins' Black Friday Brand Blast", and the guys discuss getting the podcast transcribed so future 6th grade classes can put on school plays using the transcripts.2016-11-2541 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 18 : Da Vinci's BarberCarol goes back to school to get her degree and Frank agrees to take care of the kids in exchange for sex. Believe it or not, that's almost a direct quote from Episode 18 of Step by Step. And obviously the Creed song "Say I" is about this very same episode. Plus - Chris & Rob ponder why microphones look like penises, read their very first fan mail letter, and later discuss whether various historical figures may have known karate. Keep an ear out for Rob dissing Creed, which of course then forces him to read a passage from Leonardo Da...2016-11-1138 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 16 : The Clean EpisodeStep by Step's white Urkel Mark Foster gets bullied by a girl at school - that's right, a GIRL! Can you imagine? Mark's parents laugh at him and his his tomboy sister must bail him out by threatening to murder the female bully. Plus, Chris & Rob try to make it through an entire episode with good, clean humor and no cursing or sexual innuendos. Can they avoid talking about their own butts for 44 and a half minutes? Listen and find out!2016-10-1444 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 15 : Get Out Of My Dreams, Get Into My VanDana learns to drive and almost gets into a fender bender, causing her to reconsider everything about her life and whether it's even worth living at all! Plus Al gets a drum set or something. Chris & Rob discuss the origins of waffle fries, their morning commutes, and before you know it the podcast turns into Infowars. Plus, Chris genuinely and unironically enjoys playing a few Billy Ocean songs when he sees comparisons between Creed's "Suddenly" and the aforementioned Ocean song of the same name.2016-09-3043 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 07 : Laundry SongsThe Duff dresses like a clown and Carol is disappointed in him in Ep 7 of Step by Step, and then we all take a trip to Riff Town while listening to the Creed song "Ode". Plus Chris & Rob follow up on their mystery caller "Chunky" from last week, get an even weirder call live on the air during Rob's mini Blank Check podcast.2016-06-1337 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 06 : Viking ComedyThe Lamberts & Fosters take on a family of large Wisconsin Swedes in some carnival games and Scott Stapp sings a song that is overtly about Jesus / Cody Lambert. Plus you'll hear the first voicemail from a fan on the Step by Stapp hotline (209-STAPPIT), the show gets a new sponsor, and Chris & Rob discuss their own unfortunate but eventual deaths.2016-05-2736 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 05 : Build My Birdhouse, BitchOn this installment of the podcast, Chris & Rob discuss Episode 5 of Step By Step and how it influenced Scott Stapp's first solo song, "Reach Out". Chris also recounts his 4th grade stage fright which somehow turns out to be a story about dicks, and Rob performs the worst freestyle rap of all time by anyone in history. Plus the guys discuss the prospect of going to see Scott Stapp perform live, and Suzanne Somers & Patrick Duffy do it in a bathtub - the least weird place they've gotten busy to date. Ep 05 could be the crudest one yet, so...2016-05-1333 minPodcast TownStep by Stapp 04 : What's the Deal With Buffering?Chris & Rob take on episode 4 of Step By Step, "First Anniversary", in which we are introduced to Cody, a Keanu Reeves impersonator who starts living in the driveway and stays for 6 seasons. Then we listen to Creed's "Overcome" and figure out exactly how Scott Stapp wrote the song. Without giving too much away, let's just say he was inspired directly by Cody from episode 4 of Step By Step. Plus, we provide analytics on the sexual activity taking place at our nation's Howard Johnson's and Rob tries out his new stand-up routine all about slow internet connections. Subscribe on...2016-05-0633 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp 03 : Flour ChildIn this very special episode of Step By Stapp, Chris & Rob welcome their first ever guest - none other than Chris's lawfully wedded wife, Erika! They discuss the Family Matters / Step By Step crossover episode as well as the Creed song "Bullets" (and of course decipher how the episode influenced the song). But the real star of the show is Erika's admittedly embarrassing story from her high school days as a Creed fanatic. Plus: will our first guest slip up & break the rules of the podcast wherein making fun of Scott Stapp is forbidden & subject to punishment? You'll have...2016-04-2944 min
Podcast TownStep by Stapp TrailerChris & Rob introduce themselves, the show, and share intimate secrets so new listeners can get to know them better. 2016-04-1303 min