Content Warning
Be advised that some of the episodes released before approximately Episode 135: TWENTY-DIRT (released January 7, 2013) may be offensive or problematic in general. This episode contains instances of the following: Misogynistic Language, Objectification. |
"Super Donuts" was originally released on August 30, 2010.
Description
On this, the twentieth anniversary of our very first collective venture into the terrifying world of podcasting, we bring to you a show that's positively dripping with advice-juice. It's harmless, for the most part, but we wouldn't suggest letting it get on your clothing, or furniture, or your exposed skin.
Suggested Talking Points
Nicknames, a sticky situation, checkerboard leg hair, Tony Toni Tone, the flannel algorithm, apple babies, Swimfan, double deuce
Outline[]
00:43 - Intro - Bob Ball's intro gives the brothers more freedom.
01:56 - Formspring - I’m almost 30 years old, and I’ve never really had a nickname. I‘m starting a new job soon, and I think this might be my last chance. Should I just introduce myself as “Highway” or “Hunter”? Or do you have any other suggestions?[Deep Cut 1][Deep Cut 2]
04:20 - Email - Not long ago, a girl I really liked asked me out on a date. It went well, even to the point of her coming up with a whole bunch of ideas for follow-up dates. Thinking this meant she dug me, I decided to ask her to our high school prom. She said no, even though she didn’t have another date, and even came and gloated to me when she did find one. Since then, she’s ignored me completely. This wouldn’t be a problem, except we’ll both be going to the same university. We’ll be in the same faculty and living in res starting in a couple weeks. Since I’ll be seeing her somewhat regularly in the next while, how do I make thing less awkward? Unfortunately, packing up and leaving isn’t an option. Thanks and keep up the good work. -- Leo
06:56 - Email - I am a single young gentleman who relies on the advice of others as a formative measure. When talking to people, I find myself giving anecdotes and metaphors too frequently. Even I will admit that most are pointless and/or boring. Am I being rude, or do I need to refine these skills? Please help. -- Simon
09:32 - Y - Sent in by TJ Mad, from Yahoo! Answers user Moley, who asks:[Note 1][Note 2]
How do you treat someone with an obsession with sticky buns?
I'm sick of the questions and the buns are mounting so is the mould he won't talk about anything else you will see him on Yahoo he's the one with an obsession with sticky buns.
11:52 - Formspring - I'm a guy and I'm thinking of shaving my legs. If so, how far up the leg should I shave? What are your thoughts on men shaving legs?
13:11 - Quote -
Justin: What I've learned from RuPaul's Drag U is that almost all drag queens are helpful and wise. Travis: They're the wizards of the modern generation. Justin: If you're starting a quest, don't even trip, don't even hang out with that wizard. Just skip to a drag queen. They know everything. They've seen the coin from both sides, and they like it. They like what they saw.
13:35 - Email - I’ve met the most beautiful girl I’ve ever seen last night. And she’s single, so I want to take a shot at her. The problem is, I’m doing a semester long program in DC, and am leaving today. Should I add her on Facebook and keep in touch while I’m in DC? Or just see what happens when I’m back in December, so I don’t seem creepy by adding her after hanging out with her only once? -- Andy
15:53 - Email - I just dyed my hair fuchsia, and I am now thinking of the next color I am going to do. I’m a girl, so the pinks and purples are okay. What do you think would be a good color? Thank you in advance! -- Toni
18:32 - Y - Sent in by Christopher, from Yahoo! Answers user DK, who asks:[Deep Cut 3]
How should I wear a flannel shirt without looking bad?
It is a red-black plaid flannel shirt.
Options:
white v-neck
black wife beater
white wife beater
black crew neck
grey crew neck
no undershirt
how many buttons undone?
0
1
2
3
etc
Bonus:
What type of jeans?
Add or deduct things.
I am a guy.
I am skinny.
I have short hair.
23:18 - Email - What’s the best way to meet nerdy single women: science nerds, video game nerds, animation nerds, movie nerds, whatever? (BTW, I mean non-lesbians. Overstocked on them, thanks!) Regards. -- Single Player
26:24 - Email - I’m a member of my high’s schools cross country team, which means I have an hour a day of running or more. Problem is, as an alternative music fan (TMBG and Sufjan Stevens) are not quite the fist-pumping jams. Do you guys have any suggestions for music that will get me pumped for jogging long distances?[Note 3] -- Russ
29:22 - Email - I am 27 and my husband is 28. We are coming up on 30, and I am wondering if there is something we should do before we hit 30. We don’t have kids, so we don’t have to worry about that, and we don’t want kids, so please don’t say have children. We live in upstate NY, and have a bit of money saved up. Any suggestions? -- Toni
31:52 - Email - My best friend lives about 1.5 hours away, and every time she comes into town, she demands we hang out all the time. Now, I would love to, but I have a life aside from her, a job, and sometimes I’m just tired at the end of the day, and not in the social mind to hang out. I tell her, and she keeps demanding. What do I say to her, or am I just not appreciating our friendship as much as her?[Note 4]
35:29 - Y - Sent in by TJ Mad, from Yahoo! Answers user Dave1, who asks:
WHY DO WE SCREAM...........?
or shout loudly when frightened or excited. For example, when on a fast ride or something makes yo jump.Whats the purpose of making aloud noise.
37:43 - Housekeeping
41:59 - FY - From Yahoo! Answers Malaysia user Shobanna, who asks:
HOW CAN YOU MAKE YOUR OWN DILDO at home?
Quotes[]
On Getting Older[]
- “Hi. I'm 29 years old. You're lucky I can turn my computer on, you sluts, so shut up.”
- — Justin
- “When you turn thirty, you have to buy something as a gift to yourself for not dying.”
- — Griffin
On Men Shaving Legs[]
- “Bitch, what do you think our thoughts are? I'll tell you how far up you should shave: not! Not up! Not! To the ankle! Shave your foot. Shave your foot, Bilbo!”
- — Justin
Trivia[]
- ↑ The reference to Super Donuts appears in this section.
- ↑ Family friend Evan Minsker wrote a follow-up to the Super Donut discussion in Episode 21.
- ↑ Justin references the "Fix Up, Look Sharp" remix from DJ Hero in this segment. That same remix would later be played as the intro music for Episode 373.
- ↑ Griffin notes that this question is very similar to a question they received in Episode 18 at 05:59, which was asked from the opposing viewpoint.
Deep Cuts[]
- ↑ Travis references the TV series Highway to Heaven. Justin follows that up with the nickname suggestion "Landon", referencing Michael Landon, the show's creator and star.
- ↑ Travis and Justin half-sing "The toot heard 'round the world," possibly a reference to the Schoolhouse Rock! song about the American Revolution.
- ↑ Justin refers to Rod Serling, who is best known for his work on The Twilight Zone, due to parallels between a goof and the episode Time Enough at Last.
References & Links[]
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