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Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 125 - Surrounded by BeaversThey call us Strangely Familiar!It’s summer concert season! Matt and Jeff debriefed on the Warped Tour, Sublime, MGK, and others before curating their own summer festival line-ups.linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2025-06-181h 14Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 122 - What did we do on Friday?Matt and Jeff had a pretty solid weekend together in NJ/Philly. That’s how you say it when you are a grown-up and don’t feel comfortable saying it was a dope-ass weekend and all your wildest dreams came true. Two people in this podcast beat ‘Super Mario Bros: The Lost Levels’ this past weekend. And then got through most of ‘Tony Hawk Pro Skater’, all while engaging in eating, drinking, pinballing, movie-going, merch-shopping, headbanging, slipping down stadium stairs, etc. Metallica shows. Limp Bizkit is doubling down. Flea market pinball action. Friendship. New rule for toddlers o...2025-05-2859 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 121 - Partycrew007Are we still changing the game? Just ask the birthday boy, Jeff. How about a bar that gives you free doubles when you turn 21 again (i.e., free shots for 42-year-olds). We’re on to something, and we’re 42!The world-famous Tyson Foerster hockey card auction ends this weekend! Get your bids in by 5/24! It’s guaranteed to be the only hockey card slash podcast crossover card, and has the potential to be worth millions…or not…that’s the downside of potential. See the link below!Plus, Matt and Jeff plan out their Philly plans: Metal...2025-05-211h 01Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 120 - We're Changing the GameHere it is, StrangeFam: https://ebay.us/m/uez7tJThe world-famous Tyson Foerster card auction! It's a 1 of 1! Note: if you're reading this after 5.24.2025, the auction is done, and Matt and Jeff are probably retired from hockey card gains! But thanks for listening!It's Leo season. Papal thrillers. Being born in 2002. The longest screen share ever. This episode has it all!linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2025-05-141h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 116 - Analog CigarettesStick around for a toilet paper recommendation that will change your life, StrangeFam!Matt has to decide between Metallica and WrestleMania this weekend. Still better than the debit card reckoning he's procrastinating on.Jeff is the most prepared guy in the passport line, and his eyes are always smizing. Plus, dystopian futures, Silly Pacino, and Nintendo Switch 2 hype. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2025-04-161h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 113 - Yetis in ChurchMatt’s birthday. Bailing on a boy’s trip. Factory work. Drug busts. Hot Recs. Nudity. Video game movie fails.linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2025-03-261h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 111 - Feet in Fruit Jelly (dot Triple X)It’s a sad day for Matt. Brad Marchand is no longer a Boston Bruin, and these tears aren’t gonna cry themselves. But, hey- at least the sun will be up an hour longer!What fast food meal would we want named after ourselves? Taco Bell is in the mix, and we recommend surge pricing. And we recall the last time we dined in at a fast food “restaurant”.And when is feetinfruitjelly dot triple X going to take off? Someone invest in us!linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2025-03-1254 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 109 - Cockles of MarchHey, hey, shirt brother! What’s up with all the Canada Goose, eh? Please discuss amongst yourselves. Hope ya’ll are surviving winter and sh!t.Matt and Jeff revisited SNL’s 50th (on the Pea-cock). There was a Jack Handy reference and everything!What’s it like to have lived for half of Paul McCartney’s life!? And how does one F up a surprise party convo?That, and more, on another episode of Upstate New York’s longest-running, weekly podcast…that comes out every week, no matter what…somehow…like wtf…how does this keep h...2025-02-261h 08Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 107 - Taking a BumpA surprise guest on Matt’s trip to Boston. Super Bowl recaps. Bar fights. Gambling. Etc.This description is so short because the episode was recorded mere hours ago. And also, no one ever reads it. Let’s get through the dog days of winter, friends!linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2025-02-121h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 105 - Brianna DOES Love JennaMatt visits Jeff in Jersey for this episode! He’s gone through the podcast portal to share the tale of Apple Watch puckered b-holes. We’ve endured the highest of highs during this epic weekend hang of millennial gamblers. Analog pr0n. Mystery DVDs. Major trivia awards. Stealthy Creed blitzkriegs. Arena seat recommendations. MacGruber. Surprise hangs. Road trips.    linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2025-01-2951 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 104 - Post-Divorce UnderwearJeff’s in town! And that’s all you really need to know. The sound is a little better than last time so…you know—just a little. Plus you don’t read this anyway. Don't worry about Matt’s upcoming plans to be at Jeff’s place next week, or Matt’s story about meeting his wife. Don’t worry about Jeff’s pride in watching Matt adopt his public persona (cue Chris Farley “Angry” sound clip). Yadda yadda yadda you’re not reading this linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2025-01-221h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 102 - Always on the Back EndThere are no dry runs here, StrangeFam. We’ve got a guest for the first time, and this run is about to get wet!  Matt’s longtime friend, who has met Jeff on a couple of occasions (somehow), joins to talk about becoming friends with Matt, his live-music performing journey, and why he’s jealous of Jeff. This is new for us. We’re trying things. Wait until you hear about our New Year’s Resolutions. They’re all equally vital to the survival of Brett’s soon-to-be second child.  This episode went longer than any...2025-01-081h 37Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 101 - The Power of PlaceboHappy New Year, StrangeFam! A new calendar is a time for reflection, whether we like it or not. Jeff brought the heat by exposing Matt to some of their hottest topics from Episodes 1-5.  What’s the scoop on shrooms? Are we emotionally intelligent yet? Is this fire? Matt makes the argument that placebos are the greatest drugs. We learn that there’s nothing more punk than breaking promises. And saying you’re sorry is worth it…right? Plus, there are movies, friend trips, and fantasy football championships.    linktr.ee/strangefam...2025-01-011h 13Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 100 - A Very High ConceptMerry, merry, StrangFam! It’s Christmas Day and the real miracle is Matt and Jeff have recorded an episode of this show for 100 weeks in a row! We bring back all of our “greatest” “bits”. The Wheel of Convenience guides us through Scrolled’em, Reverse Family Feud, Hot Recs, and more. What have you done 100 times in our lives? And what’s the future of the show? An announcement at the end will change everything you thought you knew about Strangely Familiar. Is that pushy enough?  Plus, where is our friendship now versus the start of th...2024-12-251h 15Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 99 - Wheely AnnoyingIt’s the Wayne Gretzky of podcast episodes: the Great One! We’ve got bar faux pas, Matt’s communist agenda, and a Korn-ucopia of 1999 pop culture. What was it like to live in a world where a Star Wars prequel was released in theaters? Let some real-life Taco Bell employees tell you all about it.   We survived the Blair Witch and the birth of found footage content. And how has Jeff never seen SIxth Sense…or dead people? linktr.ee/strangefam⁠ - Other formats and links 2024-12-181h 21Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 97 - SkanksgivingYo StrangeFam! we're about to get Balls-dur's deep into all of our favorite things. We've got NHL, magic tricks, and debauchery. Did we mention these were Matt's favorite things from 1997? Jeff relived his Skanksgiving live show where he may or may not have been picking up pennies. He's a Superman. And how does a Thanksgiving hang with the family go when one person steals a star from another in Mario Party? Yeah, baby! Do we make you horny?! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-12-0458 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 93 - When is it a Haunting?We've confused our priorities. Best of '93 is coming at you: reggae dance tunes, velociraptors, old-timey step-fathers, and men in tights. You're killing me, Smalls! Matt's seeing ghosts. Or not. How does ghosting work again? Tune in for the ghastly tales. ⁠linktr.ee/strangefam⁠ - Other formats and links 2024-11-061h 22Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 91 - Fart is Funny Do you want to play a game!? Do...do you...? ...do...you...? We're debuting a brand new game that's about to take over the podcasting world. Think of it as a reverse Family Feud. Because it's basically a reverse Family Feud. Matt talks all the joys of being a bandwagon Yankees fan as Jeff finally enjoys his first World Series in 15 years. Plus, T2, SNES, Addams Family, kitchen CD players, and more from 1991. What a year! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2024-10-231h 12Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 90 - And Then That Got InfectedFresh off his recent trip to Delaware, Jeff's coming in hot with a hot, new infection! We've got concert plans, Steven Segal character names, and a tale of discovering Mario Bros. 3. Where were you in 1990? If you weren't in your neighbor's attic, have you even lived? Plus, Debriefs on Home Alone and TMNT the Movie. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2024-10-161h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 89 - Grow Up, You Miserable Sh*tD*ckMatt recalled his near car accident from this week and engaged Jeff’s road rage. And knowing that Matt’s still alive, it's time to talk board games. How long should they be? Who can explain them? And how do you find a group of people to play with? Speaking of games, Photosynthesis is a thing. You’ll understand once you listen. We like to include teasers that don’t feel like teasing. We also have to debrief on Turner & Hooch, the buddy-cop/dog movie from 1989. Has anyone ever rewatched that movie? And what else did 1989...2024-10-091h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 88 - The Fog, the Rain, and the DarkGet ready to feel joy! Baseball is so hot right now, you guys. And Jeff went to a professional game, featuring the Yankees…and a guy with a mustache. Does baseball still matter, though? Matt has developed a hot strategy to fend off his upcoming winter seasonal affective disorder. Look out, S.A.D. You’re about to face the box of light. 1988 was a crucial year for music, fam! It tipped the scales from 80s to 90s, like your mom tips the scales of…scales. Boom. Roasted. Plus we talk about more sh*t f...2024-10-031h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 87 - A Cheetah Humping ItselfWe're bad at predicting the future. You know? We've got Matt's recap of his Band of Horses trip, the best of 1987, and shameful vlogging all in this ep. And don't forget to listen to our gambling tips to bet against us. We're seriously hemorrhaging money so hard right now. lul If we enjoy this and it's not negatively affecting others, then we're gonna go ahead and do the thing. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, links2024-09-251h 11Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 86 - Drink ChipsHola, StrangeFam! Matt and Jeff are taking stock of a lot in life these days. Planning solo trips, overcoming anxiety, and paying for hookers with a debit card are all part of the program. We’re manipulating time with our magic. Matt’s going to the Band of Horses concert that he personally rescheduled and Jeff has a bar saga involving a case of mistaken identity. Come join our throuple! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, links 2024-09-181h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 85 - The Friends We Made (Along the Way)This is the freshest episode your ears will ever eat! Matt and Jeff just returned from their Buffalo reunion trip, and the vibes are positive. Like, for real! Are mini-vacations the key to life? We discussed the best lawn games, the kinds of fathers we will be (lol), and Matt’’s late-to-the-game PokemonGO discovery. Lastly, Jeff helped Matt prep his new work office. It’s a fake-window revolution! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, links 2024-09-111h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 84 - It Just Came OutWe hope you brought your appetite, StrangeFam, because a Jeff sandwich is on the menu. And it's all bread. What does that mean? idk Can Jeff talk Matt into going to Buffalo with him this weekend or will Matt revert to old habits of avoiding interactions with acquaintances? Drum roll...(ttltltltltttltltltltlltltltltlt)...(that's how you spell out a drum roll btw)...the answer can be found deep in this episode. ⁠linktr.ee/strangefam⁠ - Other formats, socials, gaming 2024-09-041h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 82 - Harness. Energy. Block. Bad.Matt had a serious case of the Sundays, and Jeff was here for it…cause he had to be. That’s what new, old friends are for. What’s with the “F Your Feelings” movement and flag? Why is it so lame? If you don’t think it’s lame, you are lame. And if you don’t feel lame, your feelings are wrong. There’s some kind of logic here, StrangeFam, and you know we handle it with aplomb. The long-awaited return of Conversation Dice ushered in talk of treadmills, moist pits, and isolationism. Tune in for...2024-08-211h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 81 - LegolympicsMissing the Olympics already? We've all the pole-vaulter packages you can handle! What's the real spirit of the Olympics anyway? Plus, in a surprise Cameo, Ava tried to recruit Matt to the Mormon Church with the lure of Nicolas Cage kayaking while listening to Creed. But the real question is, where does she work? linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, links, socials 2024-08-141h 08Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 80 - 6/2/1 RuleMatt and Jeff (aka Jaws) get furry in this one. We talk about "Star Wars airplanes", surprising pop music, and guys who don't buy their own clothes. And in the main event, we have a very special Cameo from a very special wolf, delivered to "Jaws" in preparation for his first Furry-Con! Take notes, StrangeFam. And be sure to ask before you pet someone. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-08-071h 10Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 79 - Cousin!This week, Matt and Jeff explored the world of human relations, terrible impressions, and delicious, flavored poo. Jeff explained Deadpool and the MCU to Matt. And we finished by spending, arguably, way too much time relishing the feel and aura of the shower beer. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming2024-07-311h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 78 - Got a New Age GirlThe ultimate soundtrack episode! Well, sort of. Matt and Jeff are not in the business of naming the best soundtracks ever, but they have their own personal experiences with some of the greats, some of the silly, and some of the dumb. Plus, kickball championships, bad lighting, and a Cameo challenge. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, links, gaming 2024-07-241h 11Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 77 - Take Off Your Pants and DookieInspired (and "sponsored") by one of the StrangeFam, we've got a debate: Green Day vs. Blink-182! Dammit, we're American Idiots. Sorry, Billy. Jeff's making the pitch for Green Day and Matt is selling hard on Blink-182. Or is he? The music, the vibes, jerk-off lyrics...we cover it all. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, links, gaming 2024-07-171h 14Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 76 - Fawn and GamesA super-producer has challenged Matt and Jeff to an eating challenge. Will they accept? And at what cost? Matt celebrated his newly achieved membership to the Kohl's Cash Cult. And Jeff made a $5 Walmart DVD bin purchase in the year 2024. Our materialism is peaking! We wrap up the episode with the second edition of Matt's Notes, a sure-fire, future bestseller: bug penis, and all. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, links, gaming2024-07-121h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 73 - Tim Taylor is a PrickHow was your day off? What did you do? How do you feel about answering these questions 1 minute into your workday? Spoiler: Matt and Jeff both really love it! Father's Day talk. Best TV/movie dads. Retirement plans. Matt's new job. Lastly, we check in on some StrangeFam mail. Hit us up, fam! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-06-191h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 72 - Fellowship and Scavenger HuntsOld-school message boards. Reddit talk. Soft skills. Sharks. Amyl and the Sniffers. Confusing donations. Plus, Matt had a run-in with some religious hotties on the street #reversebangbus And would Jeff break his own leg for $1 million? Would you? linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2024-06-121h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 71 - $10 Debate: Creed v. Nickelback!In 2024, the greatest argument in music will finally be settled: it's Creed versus Nickelback! Who's more popular? Who's more hated? Who's poised for a bigger comeback? What kind of ridiculous criteria can Matt and Jeff come up with to try to win a half-assed debate they're doing because someone said he would pay $10? We're going deep, StrangeFam! We're going 6 feet deep, but maybe 6 feet ain't so far down. https://linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-06-051h 18Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 68 - All InternalFrozen pizzas. Job interviews. Stealing from work. Jeff's travel woes. Major Nic Cage movie decision! We are watching Cage in 'Prisoners of the Ghostland' for Episode 69! Be sure to check it out. Rent it like a real Blockbuster kid. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-05-1552 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 67 - $5.55Star Wars. Video games. Nerd culture ruining things. Planning an Irish goodbye. The most hetero four-way. Celebrity ashes. Jeff's secret trivia podcast. Laser gun jokes. Misa so excited. For more Nic Cage! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-05-081h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 65 - White Guy SmileMatt and Jeff started going through trailers for Nic Cage movies they want to watch for Episode 69, including "Jiu Jitsu" and "Dying of the Light". Matt told a story about completely ignoring a man-to-man public head nod. Was he the a-hole? Maybe the therapy he's paying for in cash will help figure it out. Jeff's on his way to California this week for some baseball adventures. Why is Angel Hernandez the best umpire in the MLB? There you are! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-04-241h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 64 - Nic Cage Goes RogueMatt and Jeff spent a Sunday afternoon doing what the gods intended: hash out our top-choice, unseen Nic Cage movies. We're 5 episodes away from world-record Episode #69, where we will watch and review a Cage movie neither of us (or anyone else?) has seen. The gauntlet of decision-making is upon us. Help us decide, StrangeFam! We also debriefed on OJ Simpson, the solar eclipse, and the best sports month of the year. Let's go rogue, ya'll! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links2024-04-171h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 63 - Just...existMatt and Jeff went hard on some good, old-fashioned hangout sesh talk. We went full nerd on Wrestlemania, movies, and the solar eclipse. Jeff experienced a northeast earthquake this week and Matt got in touch with yin-yang yogies. Take a journey on our path of totality. And help us decide on a movie review for upcoming Episode 69. Nice! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials2024-04-101h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 62 - Basic Cable HottiesMatt and Jeff used their time wisely this week to dive into critical topics like tanning, gym fits, and college spring break. We took a nostalgia trip into the 90s for some titillating television and old-school boxers. Prepare for a major handkerchief revelation! More trivia and video game movies, too. Let's go StrangeFam! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, games2024-04-031h 01Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 61 - A Very Millennial Dude HangMatt and Jeff recapped Matt and Bob’s journey to New Jersey to visit Jeff’s house of cats. There was gambling, couch-gaming sessions, and boozy booze at hockey games.  We had the return of our bootleg trivia game that’s sweeping the nation! Will Jeff finally tackle State Capitols? And how much does Matt know about Space (hint: he got a C+ in Astronomy 20 years ago) Plus, why did the X-Games lead to a Matt break-up? Are crack bears real? And what made going to the movies in the 90s such a big deal?  li...2024-03-271h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 60 - Dusted Your CropsYo StangeFam! This may be the show's last episode, as Matt decided to hitch a ride with podcast super-fan Bob to visit Jeff in New Jersey. We're talking gambling, we're talking bets, we're talking about our favorite day of the dayest week of the year. We got Mar10 Day, Pi Day, Austin 3:16 Day...Ah hell yeah! Which one is your favorite? And...seriously...is Matt still alive? Do not drive and listen to this episode. Especially if your name is Bob and you want gas money. linktr.ee/strangefam...2024-03-201h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 59 - Bob and Ride?Matt's planning his journey to visit Jeff in NJ, and there's a new wrinkle. Should he give up his first-class air ticket to ride with one of Jeff's best friends from the last 20 years? A 5+ hour road trip with an acquaintance? Is the potential for awkwardness worth the adventure? StrangeFam, you decide! We discussed our recent experiences meditating in saunas and on toilets. And one of us is starving for D! Enjoy! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming2024-03-131h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 58 - Matt Jones for School BoardJeff helped Matt work on his pitch for an Upstate NY school board position. What happens in schools, stays in schools. We're making school sexy again! Matt's going to visit Jeff in a few weeks, and he's pitching a tent. Plus, is meditation a thing? Is Loudermilk a thing? It's a thing-off! Wait until you hear our plans for being rich AF. Check in on some of our FU money strats.⁠ linktr.ee/strangefam⁠ - Other formats, socials, gaming 2024-03-061h 15Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 57 - Save Your PenniesMaybe, perhaps, …may…haps, the most gnarly reveal in the show’s epic 57-year run. Get ready to deal with the fresh gnar pow.  Matt and Jeff go through all the motions to get canceled in this one (that’s maybe more on Matt). Even though getting canceled isn’t a real thing. It’s really not.  But bad comedy is truly real. We’ll prove it! And being a dad for 7 weeks is a real thing, and one of these guys did it. Does that make him a bad dad? You decide, StrangeFam. ...2024-02-281h 11Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 56 - Mustache RidesThe Wheel of Convenience was in full effect for this episode, as Matt and Jeff were pitted against each other in their second straight week of trivia. Jeff gave Matt all the “How I Met Your Mother Spoilers” in existence, so listen to this one if you never want to watch the show.  Plus, what are some misconceptions we think people have about us? There’s a slight chance of RBF incoming.  linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming 2024-02-211h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 55 - The CurveballWhat happens when anxiety pays off? Matt's successful vacation fail tells the whole story. He overcame. hehe...overcame And what's the story with our middle names!? Ya'll have been asking forever. Prepare for the tales of Gerard and Andrew, of MJ and Wody. And in our first, official trivia competition, Jeff made Matt answer 90s wrestling trivia and Matt returned the favor with 90s music trivia. Who's the leader in the clubhouse? Please enjoy the shortest podcast in StrangeFam history! linktr.ee/strangefam - Socials, other formats, links 2024-02-1447 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 54 - Warm and OrangeYo StrangeFam! If you've never had the pleasure of breaking up with someone on Valentine's Day on AOL Instant Messenger in 2003, you're gonna want to (not) hear this :P Is Matt the a$$hole for doing that? Only a good friend, like Jeff, can decide. Where do you think we'd rather be trapped overnight? In an elevator or on a gondola? At least we would have enough time to slide into some DMs, which we're totally comfortable doing. We love to have fun! Let us convince you! At least listen to Jeff's chugging...2024-02-071h 08Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 53 - Deepen our CrankMatt and Jeff got deep in this one, and into each other. We talked about death, strategies for approaching it, and what we hope happens afterward. And, in our deepest crank yet, we asked each other what our favorite qualities were about ourselves. Plus, what's empathy about, and do we have it? Let's crank this one out together, StrangeFam! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, games2024-01-311h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 52 - 1-Year Pod-iversary!Hola StrangeFam! We've done it all. Matt and Jeff accomplished all of their life goals in 1 year. Those goals: record a podcast for 1 year. A truly genius goal :P What's there to talk about after 52 weeks of trying to be friends again? Why is Matt a superficial b*tch? Why is Jeff a mid-tier best man? What do we know about Batman and The Mighty Ducks? Well hot damn! It's gonna take us 10 years to cover these hot, juicy topics. Fortunately, we've busted out the wheel of topics and...2024-01-261h 20Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 50 - Can't Sit on That!Are we New Year’s Resolutions guys? Are they too gimmicky or have we failed them too many times? We resolve to answer these questions…maybe next year. Matt’s prepping his first doctor’s appointment in years. Will he have enough lube? There are positives in looking forward to things. Jeff might get a bike. Matt’s going on a spending binge. And Jeff spoke about his brief relationship with a member of the pop-punk band Goldfinger. Was there enough lube? linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming 2024-01-101h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely Familiar2023: A Year in RepooHappy New Year, StrangeFam! We love you, and thanks for being part of Matt and Jeff’s journey to rekindle a friendship from 20 years ago. We tried hard to make a podcast every week, quality not withstanding. And we did it! We consistently shared stories about our travels, relationships, and poops that we missed in the last couple of decades. We’ve put together some clips that showcase the awkwardness of re-friending and the truth that is being a human being who lives a silly, hopefully, meaningful life. Again: quality not withstanding. Thanks for...2024-01-031h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 48 - That Rusty KidMatt and Jeff find themselves in the holiday taint, where it'aint Christmas and it'taint New Year's. We spent time honoring Christmas Vacation as the best movie of all time. We dove into the world of Cameo to find out who charges what, and there are some serious steals: looking at you, Tito Santana! As we wrapped up with another edition of Scrolled'em, we learned the lore behind Matt's best friend from Austin. Come hang! You probably have the time. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming 2023-12-271h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 47 - Fingernail SoupThis episode, arguably, covers the most important questions in North America: -Do your parents buy your undies? -Do you work with folks who stink? -What do you do when there's hair in your food? -Will Matt sh!t his pants at yoga? -What's a Nokia picture? Look out, America! Two guys who stretch and poop at the same time are about to do the dangle. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, games 2023-12-201h 00Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 46 - Squirted a Half-InchHola, StrangeFam! This episode's going viral. Well, at least Matt did, recording during his bravest (and only-iest) ever battle with COVID. How do Matt and Jeff handle being sick, little b!tches? We brought numbers into this ep with utterly insane math talk. Do you remember 7th-grade math? More importantly, do you remember the "Education Connection" commercial from the mid-2000s? You will after you hear it again. And it will haunt your dreams. Matt brought in a new segment, "Jeff-isms" since he knows Jeff so well now. Did he handle a social...2023-12-131h 14Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 45 - Two Guys, One CouchLive from (Auburn) New York, it’s two old friends on a couch!  Jeff passed through Auburn, NY for just a few hours, but it was enough for Matt and him to see each other for the first time in many, many years.  If you thought that would yield a celebration and hugs, you haven’t listened to this podcast before. If you expect us to share stories of ourselves being a-holes and justifying it, you’re getting warmer. We learned, through stories of Auburn townie stuff, that maybe we’re friends because we don’t a...2023-12-061h 12Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 44 - A Capella PodcastHola StrangeFam! Please enjoy our Thanksgiving debrief which quickly morphs into talks about Jeff's facial hair and Matt's cowlicks. We cleverly weaved our way into a conversation about cheating in relationships and pondered the question: what's worse, physical or emotional cheating? Another edition of Scrolled'em gets us into talks about living as a couch surfer and Atlantic City bachelor parties. Please enjoy the presents of our presence! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming 2023-11-2959 minStrangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 43 - Happy Healthy SexyMaybe the best episode ever, and that's coming from the person typing this sentence right now! So you know it's true. Matt and Jeff are all over the spectrum in this one. From histories of financial failures to getting our sh*t together, this is a fun one! You'll never find another conversation that pivots from economics to karaoke more smoothly. And you're gonna love it, StrangeFam! Jeff gave his 3 elements to karaoke success and they're foolproof. Plus, more Scrolled'em and Thanksgiving plans. linktr.ee/strangefam - Socials, games, other formats2023-11-221h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 41 - The SockMatt and Jeff continue their budding/budded relationship by sharing college origin stories. Prepare for the Tale of Joe Silverman, the greatest student a university has ever known. We talked about Instagram pitching us products, therapy vs. craps, and Jeff gave Matt dating app advice. Plus, more Scrolled'em! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, and gaming2023-11-081h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 40 - The Wrong BridgeDid Matt survive NYC? More importantly, can Jeff advise him on how he goes on with his life after moving away from the highs of city life? Matt is now friends with Jeff's girlfriend on Instagram. Are we real friends now? Are hot dogs hot dogs? Plus, it's our first edition of "Scrolled'em", where we scroll through our contact list and land on a random person to talk about. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming 2023-11-011h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 39 - Full FearMatt Jones and Jeff Worden continue to develop their new/old friendship by exploring their strategies for awkward social interactions. Matt wonders if everyone has a person, while he's planning to get murdered during his upcoming work trip to NYC. Jeff wonders if he can handle himself, let alone anyone else. And get ready for our new line of T-shirts: Full Fear! linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and links 2023-10-251h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 38 - Cigarette DoctorsYo StrangeFam! You won't believe it but there's, like, a structure to this episode. There are a lot of critical questions that Matt and Jeff gave fantastic answers to. Like, is your cat an American? Does smoking cigs and weed make you d*ck shrink? Oh yeah, FYI, the structured part of the episode starts a little while into the show. We played a new game, "Lead Singer or P*rnstar", gave flowers to our friends, and gave way for Jeff's reboot plans for Police Academy. 3 Words: community, disagreement, blade 2023-10-181h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 37 - Certified Goldeneye ScreencheaterMatt and Jeff dug into Jeff's trivia quests, bailing on plans, and disagreed on relationship advice. Is it a good idea to share your location with your partner? Discuss! Plus, we came in with more t-shirt ideas, including references to some of the greatest video game cheats. Send us some questions, words, or relationship stories. Anything, really. We need you, StrangeFam. linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming2023-10-111h 00Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 36 - Lick'er on IceMatt's got some drink in him. Look out! It's been several months but Matt came in wet and shared his completely sober thoughts. Jeff and Matt also solved the gym and old man d!cks making too many appearances. They're fighting d!cks with bholes. And in a first, they brought concepts for tshirts that will definitely be printed. Definitely. For sure. It's a hoooome ruuuun! Jeff loves Ocean 11. 3 words: rap, trap, crap linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming2023-10-041h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 35 - Heart DiarrheaHey StrangeFam, we need to find Jeff a new hobby! Let's discuss in today's episode. Matt once hitchhiked and got picked up by the most unsuspecting person. Is she even alive anymore? LOL We got into how our mental health is really developing positively. Wait, that can't be right. Also, where were you when "Who do you think you are, I am" happened? 3 Words: complain, vague, east linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, games 2023-09-271h 01Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 34 - iGeneration myGenerationMatt Jones and Jeff Worden caught up on how they get stuff done, or don't. What's our success rate in finishing projects? How is our impulse control? Now that we're 34 hours into being friends again, we thought we would be qualified to offer relationship advice! You're welcome. So all aboard the d!ck train! (That's bad impulse control). 3 words: project, referral, impulse linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, social, gaming 2023-09-201h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 33 - Moisture HangIf you enjoy tales of cringe date moments, we have you covered. Matt seemingly dedicated a good portion of his life to...well...ruining his life :P Jeff enjoys torturing himself by being the commissioner of a fantasy football league that never listens to him. Plus, we figured out our favorite dinosaurs and have a major lottery-winning live on the show! Guess who's calling in to work tomorrow. 3 words: pool, raccoon, book linktr.ee/strangefam2023-09-131h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 32 - Brain StuffMatt Jones and Jeff Worden are worried their brains are dying too fast. Plus, are our brains dying too fast? Wait...who said that...? Oh no... Matt was good at school as a kid, but maybe it made life harder later on. Jeff learned to pronounce GIF as JIF. And what's up with some folks' absolute refusal to learn anything new after a certain point? If we had any wishes left to be granted how would we frivolously use them? Plus, are our brains dying too fast? 2023-09-061h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 31 - A Shoddy Wonka-vatorHola StrangeFam! Matt and Jeff decide if they want to know when they are going to die and what survival skills they will bring to a deserted island. What's their life-defining moment? Is that a real thing? They talked about holidays away from home, silly tattoos, and had the first-ever recorded rock-paper-scissors game. 3 words: balloon, pin, apple linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, gaming, socials2023-08-301h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 29 - Grandma's HouseJeff's designing a sexy basement. It's for glistening strongmen. Or for watching Pee-wee's Big Adventure. Tune in for an all-time Pee-wee impression. Plus, Matt once asked out a stripper. Guess how that went. Matt also pitched his pinball arcade idea to Jeff. Who wants in? We rounded out the episode casually talking about murder and asking each other if we could kill someone. Fun for all! 3 words: jump, park, murder ⁠linktr.ee/strangefam⁠ - Other formats and links 2023-08-161h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 28 - Go to Sleep PodcastWell StrangeFam, they can't all be perfect. It can only go up from here! That's how you promote an episode, right? Maybe let's call this one a "bonus episode". If you can get past the fact that Matt's mic sounds like AM radio, you're in for a treat. We've got some real hot lore in this episode. StrangeFam diehards are gonna love it! We did a status check on our friendship. Is the podcast working (tech issues aside :P)? There's hot debates and Jeff asked the important question: is...2023-08-091h 03Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 27 - Hot Boy SummerHey StrangeFam! You've been asking for months, so we delivered: this is our girthiest discussion on amateur magic! Matt and Jeff relived a middle school talent show and Matt spilled exclusive magician secrets taught to him by Virgil the Semi-Pro Magician. Plus, there are dreams, Refreshments, and camping. Take it from me 3 Words: schedule, camping, team linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats and socials2023-08-021h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 26 - Two Left FeetJeff just came back from a trip to Denver so Matt asked him about the trip like a real friend would. Ya know? Did he eff up the rental car? Did he bring a full set of shoes? Did he get trolled by an old guy at a baseball game? Very specific questions, right? We talked about underrated travel in the U.S., our upcoming fantasy season, and tunes man. The StrangeFam submitted their first set of words for us to use on the pod! You should, too! 3 Words: update, veteran, composer 2023-07-261h 00Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 25 - 90s Draft!As the truest of 90s kids, Matt and Jeff are the authorities on the coolest products, fashion, tech, and foods from the 90s. Well, "authorities" is probably overstating it. Maybe "coolest" is a bit strong, too. Either way, you're getting our favorite items from the greatest decade of the 20th century! We knock out 7 rounds in a back-and-forth draft format to assemble the most iconic teams that represented who were as little idiots pre-Y2K. Who had the best draft? Let us know, StrangeFam. 1- Hi-C Ecto Cooler 2 - CD...2023-07-191h 15Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 24 - Notorious BedwetterOur most productive episode yet! Is this a real friendship or what! We've lived different lives in terms of spending money on our experiences. Can Matt change Jeff's frugality? Is Jeff too old to be uncomfortable? We caught up on our experiences with religion and go through some major sins (e.g., playing with the occult, stubbornness, gay). Plus, other podcasts hate us for this one simple love language hack. 3 words: balloon, whisper, puzzle linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, socials, gaming2023-07-121h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 23 - Water the DogWitness Jeff's all-out passionate anger at Matt's below-average customer service experience. Then decide if you want Jeff to be your representative in fighting the man (new business idea). We also talked about The Rock, the action star vs. Dave Bautista, the actor. Matt recounted his alpha pack days. And Jeff reminded Matt of their first-ever battle with each other #greatamericansmokeout 3 words: dog, happy, apple linktr.ee/strangefam - Other formats, gaming, and socials 2023-07-051h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 22 - Summer MayonnaiseWill Jeff make it through this episode without yakking, cramping, or keeping it diarrheal? Why does Matt keep forgetting everything? These questions, and more, will be lightly discussed and may, after several digressions, find an answer. Plus, we keep it light with Jeff's Hollywood horror pitch; awkwardly drunk coworkers; and answer whether either of us has done blackface. Did someone say Skanukkah?! Let's start a cake fight! Are you still reading this? linktr.ee/strangefam - Other format and socials2023-06-281h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 21 - Turn Into the SkidWould you believe it, StrangeFam? Jeff has new allergy drama! Matt really wants a drink. And we have the most in-depth breakdown of Pat Sajak leaving Wheel of Fortune. Did someone say Mythological Hero Aye-chillus? We're partying in here. Plus a lot of you guys in the comments and stuff have been asking for more peeing into bottle updates. Urine luck! We have them for you. And lastly, how do we build relationships with new people while also being the kind of folks who boo people in public? 3 words: honest, walk, pin 2023-06-211h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 20 - Hot Balloon Air RisesStrangeFam, are you excited for this episode? I caaan't hear yoouuu! Are you excited for this epis...ugh. That's annoying. We are 20 episodes in and if there's one thing Matt Jones and Jeff Worden have mastered it's tangents off tangents off tangents. Digressions of digression. With the smoke show of 2023, Steven Seagal's running, and floppy disc porn, we cover a hot menu today. Would you rather die in 20 years with no regrets or live 100 years with regrets? Have some of our recent Nicolas Cage hot recs. Plus, one moment of validation. 3 words: abundant, joy...2023-06-141h 12Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 19 - Go With the FlowMatt Jones and Jeff Worden sent each other random gifts to open up for this episode! Do we know each other well enough at this point to make them worthwhile? Also related, Matt peed into an iced tea bottle twice on his kayak this week. How's that related? That's what's called a tease, StrangeFam! We got you hook, jig, and sinker. Get whet! Plus, we decide if we're hot dog guys, and if eating alone in public is okay. There's a challenge brewing. 3 words: dine, salon, proof linktr.ee...2023-06-071h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 18 - Coffee and KetchupHey StrangeFam! Merch-a-palooza is live! Check out our line of t-shirt. You're not reading that wrong. It's just 1 t-shirt, and Jeff Worden owns it. Also, you cannot support the podcast by trying Athletic Greens, But Matt Jones uses it daily. No promo code. Jeff's parents visited him this week. Was his dad, Kenny, pleased with the local fare? Jeff's mom, and our number 1 YouTube commenter, brought Jeff some old high school photos of us. And we ooze sexy. Well, we at least ooze. Jeff used to eat his McDonald's like a psychopath. Does he still? Is Matt's idea for...2023-05-311h 06Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 17 - I'm a Man, I'm 40!This is forty. THIS is forty? Your 2 favorite pod philosophers, Matt Jones and Jeff Worden, sit down on Jeff's 40th to solve turning the big 4-0. Is there life after 40? Can we still do new things? Did Matt get too stoned before turning 40? The anxiety is part of the fun! Jeff recounted his epic story of the hair dye that sent him to the emergency room. Plus, we remember AOL AIM. IYKYK. Words of the week: moving, lineage, legend linktr.ee/stangefam - Socials and other formats2023-05-241h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 16 - Totes TotesHarm, sink, and association. What do those 3 words mean to you, StrangeFam? More importantly, can Matt Jones use all 3 in an apology to you for ruining your wildly intense fandom? Matt and Jeff Worden talk card games, plungers, and buying each other a gift. Do we know each other enough at this point to send a gift? Sounds like something we should do on an upcoming episode, right? Then, much like the 'vid itself, we sneak into a convo about our pandemic experiences. Who had a job? Who drank too much? Who needed 3 weeks off from work to avoid...2023-05-171h 16Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 15 - Felix the CatHey StrangeFam! We're about to have our first pod sponsor. Someone just let the folks at Diet Coke know. Okay? Thanks. Matt Jones shared his memories of playing complete degen golf and shotgunning lime-a-ritas. Jeff Worden gave a pep talk to baseball players and started a rumor that he's solved 3 Wheel of Fortune puzzles with no letters. Do we believe him? We need witnesses, StrangeFam! Is our podcast too long? Do we care? Listen until the end to find out! Lastly, is it okay to pee in the shower? linktr.ee/strangefam - Socials...2023-05-111h 02Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 14 - Microwave Cooking for OneFood poisoning is the worst and we know if you really have it or not. Matt Jones recounted the two-sided sickness that still haunts him today. Jeff Worden shared how he battles social anxiety with gregariousness (word of the day). We tried to figure out whether it's okay to fully be yourself around new people. We went sideways to discuss our own personal collections over the last decade. What do we still keep with us? Are physical items sentimental? Why is Jeff's bat collection so small? Please enjoy and collect all these episodes before they're gone! 😘 ...2023-05-031h 11Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 13 - No-Fear-Shirt WisdomWhat's up StangeFam! Jeff Worden had to solo pod for a bit this episode when Matt Jones' PC crashed, and he teased his insane love of civil duty. Matt rejoined just in time for racy feet-in-fruit-jelly talk. Do we need an OnlyFans? Have you ever filmed your most intimate moments, and why were they terrible? We remembered the confidence gained from No Fear shirts in the 90s and why poster shopping was life. Jeff shared his jury duty experience in New Jersey and wants to do more. And since all of you StangeFam in the comments and stuff have...2023-04-261h 12Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 12 - I Just Drank a BeeHulk Hogan's restaurant, theme park nightmares, and stool softener - we've got it all in this episode! Matt Jones and Jeff Worden break down road trips, injuries, and the Mario Bros. Movie. Is Jeff still allergic to bees? Did Matt really enjoy Percocets, like...a lot? We are also counting on you, the StrangeFam, to submit your finest Poo Confessionals. Send them to our DMs, the Facebook page, the YouTube comments, Spotify... wherever. We finished the episode with a quick deep dive into forgiveness and resolution. But, let's not forget about the poo. linktr...2023-04-191h 13Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 11 - She Decided to Fall in Love with LuisHola, StrangeFam! Today's episode is all about love, finding it online, and Jeff Worden telling Matt Jones why his dating profile is a disaster. We learned how Jeff met his current girlfriend online, and what he's learned from living with her. And we learned why Matt finding love is hopeless lul. We went through some StrangeFam Mail. Thanks for your comments! Jeff also gave his impassioned feelings on fake workplace appreciation before we learned about another serendipitous connection we have. Hint: it's a video game. Surprise! 2023-04-121h 08Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 10 - A Few of Our Favorite ThingsDo you like...stuff? In the spirit of catching up with each other, Matt Jones and Jeff Worden rifle off some of their favorite things from the 2010s, a decade where they didn't share anything together. We defended our favorite movies, TV shows, destinations, and more. Here's a list of shit that we discussed: MacGruber; The Wolf of Wall Street; Pitch Perfect; Tucker and Dale vs. Evil Nathan for You; Breaking Bad; Detroiters Young the Giant; Sabaton; Masked Intruder Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution; ACL Festival ...2023-04-051h 18Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 9 - Still My NumeroMatt Jones and Jeff Worden wonder if the work on their friendship is affecting other relationships. This led to the most cringe moment in the short history of the pod, Matt's awkward text exchange with an estranged college friend. You wouldn't wish it on a friend, so that's perfect for us. Thanks to the conversation dice, we exposed some of the sadder and more disastrous moments of our lives, and we found out Jeff had a 9/11 pill. And did Jeff almost get into a fight at a wedding? Yes, why else would I type this? We rambled through best...2023-03-291h 08Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 8 - Chipoltay SodukuHave you ever driven off a bridge in your dreams? Then this is episode for you, StrangeFam! Matt Jones and Jeff Worden shared their evolving food interests, superhero powers, and sports fandoms. We also took our first on-air phone call from Jeff's mom, solving the great Ken Conundrum of Episode 6. We shared our best work accomplishments and philosophized on whether it's okay to look into neighbors' windows at night. Is it okay? Tell us it's okay.2023-03-221h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 7 - The AudiobookMatt Jones and Jeff Worden discuss the joys of being tired boys, snoring, and teeth grinding. It really sexy stuff, StrageFam! Has anyone fully read Game of Thrones or Lord of the Rings? Plus, sports! Jeff passionately described the retiring Syracuse basketball coach Jim Boeheim as a piece of shit. Matt recounts his reverse culture shock in a small town, and we wrap up with police run-ins. Have you ever been arrested? Let us know in our Spotify poll.2023-03-151h 09Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 6 - Yikes!Yo StrangeFam! Welcome to the moistest episode yet. Matt Jones and Jeff Worden got into some hot mom talk. What's the worst thing Matt has done to his mother? Does Jeff swear around his mom? How do you make moms happy, and when will Matt step up to be a stepdad? We answered some StrangeFam mail and saw an epic video of Jeff's brother eating shit on his icy front porch. Matt recounts the tale of him catching a paper airplane in his eyeball, and we wrap up with some more Hot Recs. Is almond milk fire?2023-03-081h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 5 - Hello JuanitaMatt Jones and Jeff Worden had their first morning pod. How did it go? We'll let you know when we wake up...LOLOLOLOL. But seriously, we hit some critical topics like gym oppression, bloody noses, and knife skillz. You're gonna get some pretty sweet Hot Recs and learn about the "Mustache Drinking Game". Ultimately, we learn that doing the bare minimum can be your most effective strategy. And 'Sonic 2' is way too long. 2023-03-011h 04Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 4 - Did You Check Your Butt?What up, Comment Section! Have some Paul Rudd love in your life. Jeff Worden has the scoop on Antman: Wrestlemania! Plus, we had our first moment of serendipity: it was hot! After Jeff told us about his One-Chip Challenge, Matt Jones revisited the 20-year anniversary of his Russian pants-shitting incident. We did get political. Maybe it was a mistake. Matt unboxed his Valentine's comfort purchases before we gave advice to our younger selves. Enjoy our throat heat!2023-02-221h 07Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 3 - Is it Fire?Matt Jones and Jeff Worden kicked off their 3rd conversation in 3 weeks (!) with tales of balding. We went deep into our review of the 1989 video cult-classic movie 'The Wizard'. Get your Power Gloves on! The Hot Recs this week came in the form of food and a lacrosse ball. Please enjoy both. We ended up going into unknown territory, covering Jeff's back injury, Matt's anxiety, and lessons of therapy. It was fire!2023-02-151h 10Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 2 - Foundations of FriendshipMatt Jones and Jeff Worden continue to awkwardly develop chemistry after missing out on 20 years of friendship. We revisit the foundations of our friendship: Super Nintendo. Those basement hangs were our everything. Then we learned about our YouTube guilty pleasures, dream/shitty jobs, and Bad Religion. Stick around for our Hot Recs! FYI: Several references to buttholes.2023-02-081h 05Strangely FamiliarStrangely FamiliarEpisode 1 - PilotMatt Jones and Jeff Worden were best friends 20 years ago but they've only hung out 5 times since then. Can old friends be new friends again? Do they still remember proper lawn-mowing techniques? Has either of them harnessed the power of the force? Who is the better disc golfer?2023-02-0156 minThe Matt Jones PodcastThe Matt Jones PodcastThe Matt Jones Podcast: E58 Jeff Piecoro and Jonathan MartinIn this episode Matt explores the problems plaguing the Kentucky football team with color analyst Jeff Piecoro.  Less than eight weeks from the election, Jonathan Martin of The New York Times provides an updated from the divisive campaign trail.  Highlights: --  Will the Reds be any good in the foreseeable future? --  How the late first half TD vs. Southern Miss changed the season. --  Can Trump beat Hillary? You can have every podcast delivered straight to your phone by searching for “The Matt Jones Podcast” on iTunes and clicking “subscribe.” If you aren’t a...2016-09-1449 min