Figuring It Out

This week, Josh and Lauren talk about social work events and how students went to college in the 1090's.

Ozark. Rewatching The Walking Dead. And Slab City. This week, Josh and Lauren talk about a small city in the middle of nowhere (where citizens live in harmony). How is this place real??

January is too long. The Circle on Netflix is addictive. And you should avoid these toxic thoughts en route to happiness.

Why is Elmo different now? Do you watch Bluey? And how much is too much sour cream? This week, Josh, Lauren, and Holly discuss their guilty pleasures.

Josh talks about kayaking in a cave. Lauren talks about crying in public. And this week, they discuss the things that they miss the most from childhood.

This week, Josh and Lauren talk about brushing their teeth at night. Also, they discuss the new movie, “Don't Look Up”. How did it make them feel, what did they take away, and why should you watch it?

This week, Josh talks about the undiscussed aspects of the holidays. Processing changes, grieving lost ones, and dealing with the holidays during the pandemic. Suggestions are made to make this holiday a memorable and happy one, no matter the circumstances!

This week, Josh and Lauren talk about favorite authors, freaky mannequins, and lucid dreaming.

This week, Josh and Lauren talk about asparagus and the Metaverse. How does it play out? What are the downsides? And what will be the biggest benefit?

This week, Josh and Lauren draw and talk about the importance of the little things.

This week, Josh and Lauren wrap up the complex idea of forgiveness. How do we practice this? And what is the end game in the world of "cancel culture"?

This week, Josh and Lauren try to tackle the complex idea of forgiveness. How do we practice this? And what is the end game in the world of "cancel culture"?

Large Marge. Necco Wafers. Nightmare Before Christmas. This week, Josh and Lauren run through overrated treats, the best Halloween movies, and getting x-rays of candy.

Pedal wagons gone wrong. Old-timey creepy masks. And size 20 shoes. This week, Josh and Lauren run through the costume trends of the past 10 decades. They also discuss/rate/roast their own Halloween costumes from over the years.

This week, Josh and Lauren tell scary stories. Listen if you dare!

Sleeping in cars. Being afraid of belly buttons. And getting your a** kicked by the powerhouse of the cell. This week, Josh and Lauren talk about phobias.

Escape rooms, watering the grass on your own side, and settling into adulthood. This week, Josh and Lauren go back to the topic of the quarter-life crisis. Are they important to have? Are you *really* having a crisis? And how can you truly live in the present?

Happy Fall, y'all! This week, Josh and Lauren sit around a campfire and ask the important campfire questions.

Josh and Lauren set out to finish what they started. It gets even weirder than last week.

Is the potato the most versatile vegetable? What is Salty Dog? And why is there a tree in your living room? This week, Lauren and Josh deconstruct the weird (and sometimes annoying) societal norms that we have.

Welcome back to FIO! Fresh from a little hiatus, Josh and Lauren catch up on life. Topics include trips, getting a dog, and summer coming to a close. Then Josh and Lauren have a discussion on life outlooks and the future. Are we doomed? How should we navigate the overwhelming nature of every day negativity? And how can we be the best lil' cog?

This week, Josh and Lauren finish discussing the Netflix special "Inside" by Bo Burnham. They talk about their favorite songs, what they took from it, and why everyone should watch it.

This week, Josh and Lauren discuss the Netflix special "Inside" by Bo Burnham. They talk about their favorite songs, what they took from it, and why everyone should watch it.

Burnout. Apathy. Overwhelmed Scrolling. Social media can be a force of good. But like with anything, too much of scrolling can put you in an anxious or depressed state. This week, Josh and Holly talk about their recent decision to step away from social media, as well as discuss research on the effect of social media.

One day leads to another. Time marches on. The days are slow, but the years are fast. Sounds familiar? This week, Josh talks about the simple action of hitting the pause button; why it can be difficult to do so, and why it is absolutely necessary.

This week, Josh and Holly list out the definitive top 10 road trip list, top 12 weekend getaway spots in the Midwest, and ways to start building your dream road trip today.

This week, Patrick talks about the power of mindfulness.

Fat wallets, oil changes, and leaving legacies. This week, Josh chats with his dad about parenting, aging, and Fathers' Day traditions around the world. Josh cries again for the 2nd week in a row. Also don't forget to get your oil changed.

Cicadas are taking over. Also, Josh and Holly talk about loss - their life experiences, lack of closure, and important lessons to remember during loss.

What does cheese, a calculator, and calamine lotion have in common? This week, Josh and Pat discuss gratitude - the science behind it, the rippling and holistic benefits that it can spark, and quick/easy exercises to get started (that take only minutes). Plus, Josh runs through 10 things that he is grateful for.

Madlibs, resort valet, and getting tattoos while on a trip. This week, Josh and Holly talk about road trips and Memorial Day. Where are the top 5 most-visited cities during the holiday weekend? What are the most over, under, and properly-rated aspects of road trips? Plus, never have I ever - ROAD TRIP EDITION.

What is the undisputed best breakfast food? Would Patrick eat different breakfast dishes from around the world? And what is a dippy egg? This week, it is a battle of the breakfasts! Josh and Pat are cooking up while podcasting. Who made the better meal?

Josh without a phone in Boston. Shredding Chicken. And talking about what makes us irrationally angry. This week, it's time to finish what we started. What minor inconvenience drives you crazy? You might be surprised who is crowned.

Bad haircuts. Buffering videos. Waking up before your alarm goes off. This week, Josh and Lauren tackle majorly annoying minor conveniences. Which is the best at being the worst?

We are getting old (based off of our conversations). Patrick is picking up a new skill. Plus, we have a guest on the show! This week, Josh, Pat, and Holly talk about the power of music. Holly discusses the field of music therapy: folks who can benefit from it, how it is implemented, and how it can connect us with loved ones in emotional ways.

We're switching it up! On this week's episode, Josh and Pat are field reporting from places that make them happy. How do they reset? Why should we respect deer? And did the goose attack Patrick?

We've heard all of the buzzwords. Roth, 401k, IRA. But what do they mean? How should we start saving for retirement, and what is the best way? Plus, why is Josh traumatized with Accounting? This week, Josh and Pat talk to an expert in the Accounting/Financial field.

What was it like to be on the front lines of Covid in the midst of the pandemic? What do gatherings looks like in a post-pandemic world? And what are the take-aways? This week, Josh and Pat talk to someone who worked along the frontlines of the Covid Pandemic and gain insight on what it actually looked like.

In part 2 of this week's episode, listen to a real live Boomer as he tries to guess Gen Z Slang. And then Josh gets humbled as he tries to guess Boomer lingo.

Tik-Tokin, middle-parting, and no skinny jeans. Gen-Z is calling the shots, now. But do Josh and Pat know the lingo? In this week's part 1 episode, Josh and Pat face their own mortality by guessing slang and discussing when they realized that they were getting old.

In this week's Episode, Josh and Pat talk about the NCAA - the good, the bad, and the ugly. How much does the NCAA generate in revenue? Of the 50 states, how many of them have college coaches as the highest paid employee? And who do Josh and Pat have in the final four?

Interesting study performed on happiness levels in 2 groups of people. Looking for the glimmers of gratitude. Plus the Tufted Titmouse.

In this week's episode, Josh and Lauren talk about hapiness. Why is it ever-elusive? Why aren't we the happiest generation? And why can't Josh pronounce the word "color".

After the 2-part series on the history of Pat and Josh, it is time to figure out how well they actually know each other. What is their favorite holiday? Did you know Patrick is named after someone on Star Trek? And have either of them failed a course in college? This week, they run through trivia to determine who is the better friend.

You've heard about the early days - what about college and beyond? In this week's episode, Josh and Pat talk about their friendship through college and up to the present. They also talk about how their friendship has evolved and what they expect it to look like when they are 70.

We've referenced this countless times. How did Josh and Pat meet each other? What did we think of each other before we met? Why did Josh wear shirts 3 sizes too big? This week, Josh and Pat talk about the Elementary, Middle, and High School years of their friendship.

It's Love month, y'all! This week, Josh and Pat determine if Valentine's Day is overrated, play some Valentine Trivia, and share their advice for a loving holiday.

Life is quite the ride. Think of all your thoughts, accomplishments, fears, perspectives, love, and days accrued. Now imagine all of that being squeezed into 2 dates with a dash in-between. What are you doing with that dash? This week, Josh and Pat talk through life (and death). What are the top 5 regrets that people share in their final days? What do we hope we can accomplish? Also, Josh and Pat weirdly eulogize themselves.

24% of Americans haven't read a book in the last year. Is that you? It's easy to stay distracted nowadays, so reading a book can feel like a lot. BUT - reading can make you feel accomplished...and even change your life. This week, Josh and Pat run through some of their favorite reads!

*WARNING* You may not want to listen to this episode with headphones** What is that sound that you hear? Are you a skilled listener? You may know the bark of a dog, but do you know the sound of a crosswalk? This week, Josh has to guess what he is hearing while listening to 20 sounds. This may be more difficult than you think! Also, is it terrible to hear styrofoam against styrofoam?

What is the best fast food combo ever? Pick and choose your burger, drink, dessert, sauce, etc. Plus, who hates Arby's fries? Is Cane's sauce overrated? And what are the best restaurants out there? Warning: Don't listen to this episode if you're hungry.