52: The Most Boring of Conversations

Marc and Tod break down the 7 most boring conversation topics you can possibly try. Plus: A quick apology for yesterday's show, and there's a special guest on Thursday night's webcast who needs your encouragement.

Originally aired May 14, 2009|The Early Podcast: Marc & Tod|Download MP3

Chapters (9)

00:01Stickham Live PromoHosts promote an upcoming live video show on stickham.com featuring guest Gina Grad.
02:35Yahoo Shine & Boring ConversationsIntroduction to the '7 topics to avoid' list and an apology for the previous 'chicken show'.
04:44Movie PlotsDiscussion on why summarizing movies (like Annie Hall) is boring, featuring a bit about Marc's dating style.
06:26Niche HobbiesTalking about tennis, golf, and the danger of boring people with podcast metrics.
08:16FoodiesRiffing on 'foodies' and the boredom of detailed restaurant reviews, contrasted with a Jack in the Box combo.
10:31Commute RoutesA roleplay about the tediousness of arguing over the best driving route in LA (Wilshire vs. Olympic).
12:49Kid TalkDiscussion on the 'walled garden' of parenting conversations and nap schedules.
14:25Dream DescriptionsAnalysis of why telling dreams is boring, including a meta-roleplay where Tod pretends to be a girl.
17:31Closing & Dream BitFinal promo for the live show and a final ironic example of a boring dream story.

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