341: Who Gets The Master Bedroom?

Marc and Mike engage in a structured, mock-legal debate mediated by Braden to determine who gets the master bedroom in their new shared living space. The argument devolves from discussions of household responsibilities and 'fuck zones' into absurd accusations of fascism and bribery.

Originally aired July 21, 2010|The Rotating Chair|Download MP3

Chapters (12)

00:06The Barn and the Bug WarHosts discuss the dilapidated state of their current 'barn' studio and the war between ants and spiders.
02:40The Master Bedroom ConflictMarc introduces the conflict regarding the new house's master bedroom and the need for a mediator.
06:07Enter BradenBraden arrives as the mediator and a conflict arises over stolen butterscotch candies.
08:12Opening Statements: MarcMarc argues he deserves the room based on a lifetime of poor living situations and lack of a work office.
11:33Opening Statements: MikeMike claims the room as the 'leader of the household' who manages the bills.
14:45Rebuttals and Vaulted CeilingsThe hosts argue over the utility of vaulted ceilings and Mike's workplace reputation.
18:19The Girlfriend ArgumentMarc argues that having a girlfriend necessitates a private bathroom, while Mike defends his single lifestyle.
21:42Room UtilizationMike describes his break-dancing space while Marc introduces the concept of the 'fuck zone'.
24:33Financials and PatriotismA debate over who actually pays the bills, featuring patriotic music beds.
31:29The Compromise AttemptMarc offers to pay more rent in exchange for the room, but Mike refuses to change the status quo.
34:45Closing StatementsThe debate reaches a peak of absurdity as Marc compares Mike's desire for the status quo to Hitler.
39:06The VerdictBraden delivers his verdict on who gets the room.

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