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Tradition means everything around the NTS offices, especially when it comes to the holidays. So, anyone seeking surprises might be disappointed. But those who like fake Jeopardy, a few memories, and a group-led Christmas story? Yeah, you're digging in the right stocking... Merry Christmas, y'all... -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #christmasepisode #christmasspectacular www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Matt is gone! Well, for two weeks anyway. But that didn't stop the other three from bringing a little bonus Christmas cheer, where they discussed Christmas movies, songs, traditions, "decolonization," and Matt's journey through the arctic tundra. Consider it a gift from them to you. Feeling festive yet? -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Before Matt left for his new job training, the guys got together and somehow revisited some of this show's finest moments all over again. Craig splitting his pants? Check. Circumcision? Check. Holiday spirit? Check check check. Have at it, kids.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys are joined by their good buddy Corey, who didn't come empty-handed. He brought a case of good beer, a can of horrendous beer, and a movie so bad that the horrendous beer tasted better. The movie? A little-known classic that goes by "Hellhole." We'll leave the rest to your imagination. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #tubitreasures #hellhole www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Three-fourths of NTS got together on a late Saturday night to discuss a few things, notably Matt's new job, but also engaged in some deep discussions about life, death, and the human condition.  Mostly that second part... -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

So, we heard from several dozen of you (okay, just one of you, several dozen times) that the individual recaps were just too difficult to listen to. Because of this, we got together to record our own thoughts summarizing a HUGELY successful weekend with the greatest nerds on earth. Back to normal next time, but for now, enjoy our thoughts as we bookend our best annual event. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Our RI Comic-Con recaps come to a close with one of the finest interviews we've done, renowned cartoonist, known nationwide for bringing the world "Sour Grapes," Mr. Tim Jones. We spent a few minutes discussing his art, the event, and about a million other things. For all the drunken laughs we enjoyed that weekend, these were possibly the most rewarding. (Any connections between Aesop, the miserable flying dog protagonist of the comic, and our own Brad, are purely coincidental.) -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon #sourgrapes #timjones www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

As the Rhode Island Comic-Con weekend drew to a close, we made sure we spoke with connections old and new. None of them older or cooler than our long-time friend (and housemate) Cedric from the Official True Story Bro Podcast. That show might be on a bit of a hiatus, but that didn't stop Temu Omar Epps from getting things done. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon #officialtsb www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

We meet a lot of kids at Comic-Con, which is to be expected. But when Sophie arrived at our table, we had no idea what was about to happen. This dedicated cosplayer is also likely to win big at life, as evidenced here, where she shamed four middle-aged idiots with sheer intelligence. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys may not have many friends outside of Comic-Con, but they usually manage to make a few good ones within the walls. Some of you may remember our buddies at clothing and art designer Ghost Toad... well, they were back, in force. Listen and buy their stuff! -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon #ghosttoad #tonypetrarca www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

As you can imagine, RI Comic-Con is full of colorful characters. But now and then, we meet someone who just GETS IT. Which is why we had such a good time hanging out with Abel and her father. For those of you wondering why there are two spellings of the name, just listen and see for yourself.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

RI Comic-Con is always a blast. But it's even better when longtime friends stop by. Since we don't actually have any friends, we're grateful that Chuck and Brad from the Funbearable podcast pinch hit instead. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon #funbearable #chuckandbradpodcast www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

For every good RICC cosplay, there's 1,000 bad ones. This year, the bar was raised, thanks to a dedicated "Neverending Story" fan costume and puppet show that blew our jaded minds. They still killed that horse, though... -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Normally, the guys are the drunkest people at Rhode Island Comic-Con. New friends DeAndre and Elijah would have said, "hold my beer" but they were too busy drinking it. Challenge accepted. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Every Comic-Con, the guys have a few new friends who hang around, waiting for the right moment to jump on the mic. NO ONE ever waited as long (and as patiently) as new buddy Arturo, a man so prepared for NTS, that he brought his own chair. Yes, really.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The annual RI Comic-Con recaps are back. This round, we meet Brandon and Thaddeus. And the one that sounds like a Thaddeus is actually Brandon. I know, we were surprised too. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

The guys are back in their happy place -- mere feet from a bar, surrounded by nerd girls in spandex. That's right, the annual RI Comic-Con recaps are back. Over the next several days, you'll enjoy short bursts of creativity, a lot of cross-talk, and Craig openly weeping about Casper Van Dien. Let's get started. -- #ghosttoad #tonypetrarca #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

Just one week before Rhode Island Comic-Con, the guys are all here, joined by two of the four NTS wives. But having Rae and Keia on mic didn't stop them from making all the jokes they normally would anyway. Like an old school throwback, this one is light on theme and heavy on laughs you wouldn't share with YOUR significant other.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #RIcomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's that time of year again. Instead of crapping all over other horror stories, the guys come up with some original material for a change. Four unique tales, some longer than others, in what has become one of the show's best traditions.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #horrorstories #scarystories #ghoststories www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys close out Halloween movie review season by breaking down "Spookies," a 1980s film Matt chose solely for its name and the potential for nudity. As it turns out, it was neither spooky nor naked, just terrible. But,, then again, isn't that what drives these guys in the first place? -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #spookies #1980shorror #tubi #nudity #nonudes www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys keep the Halloween flow going by asking Matt's better half (and horror movie expert) Keia to sit in for a comprehensive review of "Rat Man." If there was ever a reason to install Tubi on your TV, well, this isn't it. Come hear why.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #ratman #rat-man #italianhorror #1980shorror #tubi www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Halloween movie month continues in fine style when the guys discuss the finer points of "Humanoids from the Deep" by the legendary Roger Corman. Oh sure, there are other topics at hand, but when there's a perfect blend of full-frontal nudity, Native American mysticism, and sexually assertive salmon, that owns the conversation.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #rogercorman #1980shorror #tubi #humanoidsfromthedeep www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's Halloween season! And around here, that only means one thing -- those horror movie reviews the guys do every month? Now they're doing them every week. First up for Halloween '25? Dave, Craig, and Matt cover the legendary "Basket Case" from 1982. There will be drama. There will be emotion. Just not here.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #basketcase #1980shorror #tubi www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

In the summer of 2017, a few friends got together after realizing their weekend conversations were worth recording. Eight years, 399 episodes, and a few new faces later, here we are. For the 400th time, the guys gathered to shed a few beams of foul-mouthed, off-color light in a world that could use a little more nonsense. Maybe those faces have changed. Maybe the format has shifted. But the intention has never been clearer. Put down your news apps and learn how to laugh again.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #NTS400 #400episodes www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Three of the four guys on NTS have sons either approaching puberty, in puberty, or teaching a masterclass in puberty. So that explains the title. But this week, they also cover bad nerd conventions, Rhode Island weiners, butt sniffers, and Dave's burgeoning insurance sales career. One episode to go before 400... and there's zero indication it's even happening. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys get political. Then they quickly remember why they shouldn't, and go back to making big claims about small things that happen in their lives. We'd give you more information, but chances are you've already stopped reading and have moved on to a different podcast. But if you want ANOTHER colonoscopy breakdown, here's your dream show. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The best episodes are the ones that stay focused. For example, before the guys dive deep into 1982's legendary "Nightbeast," they discuss women who have stayed hot, well beyond their expiration dates. Also, Brad is out again, so if you hate him, you'll enjoy this one even more! -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #nightbeast #dohler #tubi #tubitreasures www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, Matt and Dave finally get to discuss last week. Craig also has a week to cover. Brad may or may not have been conscious for this one, thanks to exhaustion, beer, and his wife's "job benefits." However, there's plenty here to digest... at least for the 90 minutes they're permitted to work each week, according to HR. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

The guys were back together and wanted a nice, focused episode. Of course, that means a question was asked, subjects were changed, tangents were had, and 90 minutes passed before answering that initial question. Also, they open with an -- ahem -- divisive topic. Fans of classic NTS, this one's for you.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #gobig #polyps #crustaceans www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week is a throwback. Brad, Dave, and Craig are in. And it's a tight 90-minute episode because Matt isn't. So, in a classic NTS move, the guys attempted to do a skull night, but never got past the weeks in review. Dave went to New Hampshire. Brad went to Texas. Craig went to church. Laughs were had...  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #whitemountains #bermudans #lyft www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Normally, the guys would release a movie review as a "bonus" episode of NTS. But after seeing a film with the majesty and grandeur of "Malibu Express," they reconsidered. This piece of cinematic art has all the T, a good amount of A, and zero IQ to get in the way. Buckle up... or maybe unbuckle instead. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #malibuexpress #80smovies #softcore #playboymodels www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the fearsome foursome are back, joined by old friend Corey, to discuss a variety of things. Not the least of which was UNBRIDLED CELEBRITY DEATH AND DESPAIR. (Yes, Brad wrote this. Why do you ask?)  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #hulkhogan #ozzyosbourne #anneburrell #malcolmjamalwarner www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This episode is likely about Craig's crotch. But no one will know until they listen, because without Brad this week, no one kept an outline. So, hit play and be surprised every step of the way.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's not always easy to describe episodes of this show. Sometimes it's better to let the potential episode titles tell the story, instead. So, here goes: Hot Dogs & Coconut Husks; Chardonnay Power; That Register is Expensive; I Need a Second Joke. Yeah, that's about the response we expected...  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's hot in Rhode Island. Real hot. So, on a stifling garage night, the guys naturally discuss the humidity, then their murderous ways to get through it. There were definitely more items on the agenda, but the alcohol and heat stroke have ensured none of them really remember it.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

As promised, the guys have some bonus NTS to share -- this time, a comprehensive review of 1990's seminal classic, "Raiders of the Sun." It's a film with absolutely zero redeeming value, and the guys wouldn't have it any other way. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #rifftrax #moviereviews #bmovies #tubi #raidersofthesun www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, Craig wrestles with furniture stores, Dave grapples with viruses, Brad boxes with Catholicism, and Matt scraps with everyone. And the best part? There's another half of the episode coming next week. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #passiveaggressive www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys are back in the original garage. Dave is out sick. And Craig recorded this just minutes after being completely, totally, undeniably, embarrassingly shut out in darts by Brad. They also discuss Trump, war, sex lives, and other stuff. But yeah, completely shut out.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #passiveaggressive www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This just in -- Brad grows rice, Dave hoards baby teeth, Craig makes questionable ethnic jokes, and Matt has questionable self-control. Then they decide to create their own band names and origin stories, because THAT makes sense. Details at 11. --  #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #passiveaggressive www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys run the gamut without many good transitions. Brad's lack of well-being, cross-gender softball dominance, hospital picket lines, anal cancer, puppy training, and how bands get their names. According to Depp and Chalamet, it's an episode to Dior for, because it gets absolutely Sauvage.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #sauvage #dior #jadore #minnesotasoftball www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, 3/4 of the guys discuss the epidermal effects of extreme moisture on the phalanges in times of great stress… for this and more, hit play. (And for god's sake, dry off.) -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #tubi #slimecity #horrormovies #cornsyrup www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys at NTS have always been known for striking while the iron's hot. (No, really. We mean it.) But when the iron is hot and covered in slime? Well, that's a magical combination that results in another movie review. And this time, Matt's better half Keia joins the party. So, if you've seen "Slime City" on Tubi, you'll love this one. If you haven't, stay away. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #tubi #slimecity #horrormovies #cornsyrup www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys are joined by.... NO ONE! And once they get past the awkwardness of talking amongst themselves, they dive into subjects like pantsing your spouse, awkward adolescent questions, dirty trucks, and Craig's pulsating manhood. Also, they went to a concert, but let's take this one topic at a time.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #inflames #machinehead #unearth #lacunacoil #metalconcert #bostonmassachusetts #headcases www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys just can't stop comedians from showing up in Dave's garage. This week, local great (and new friend) Cory Gee, who spent countless hours prepping with our old episodes, and zero seconds fitting right in. As expected, the guys cover a wide range of topics, but it seems like all roads lead back to Tom Selleck.  --- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #corygee #ricomedyconnection #tomselleck #elizabetholsen #fingerlingpotatoes www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week's episode nearly faced its own case of mortal combat, but somehow Craig salvaged most of it. Joined by Jade (of Comic-Con fame), the group reviewed the classic Italian film, "Escape from the Bronx," and got nearly as distracted as the directors. Chaos ensues, in all the best possible ways.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #escapefromthebronx #enzocastellari www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, Brad is back from Metal and Beer Fest, and he comes back ... bored? But that didn't stop the guys from continuing the musical debate throughout the episode. They also discuss chain restaurant proms, bowel control, mustache decorum, and much more.  --- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #decibelmetalandbeerfestival #motherofgraves #dismembersweden #breadends www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, with Brad away at his annual metal and beer festival, the guys decided to cover a lot of new ground. Some episode titles they considered?  Duckbill Mattapus. An Abundance of Sporks. Holeslaw. Buttery Teeth. But after hearing (again) how little Craig works, they decided on this one. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

For months, Brad hasn't had much to say during the weeks in review. And this week, that's still the case. Except for the 45-minute movie, superhero, and pop culture detour the guys took through his week. Every now and then, these guys have a point to make. (No, really.) Tune in, check out, power up.  -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #tubi #blackwidow #florencepugh www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys decide too much time has elapsed since reviewing a horrible Tubi movie. And boy did they make good on it, thanks to the artistry of this week's selection, "Demon of Paradise." So make some popcorn, grab a beer, and listen to the guys Siskel their Eberts pretty hard for Hawaiian Filipinos and a dude in a rubber suit. -- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily #tubi #demonofparadise www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Another week, another guest, another deep dive into some serious nonsense. This time around, new friend Al brings a new perspective on comedy after taking the same workshop you've heard about for eleventeen straight episodes. But the guys also get to weigh in on a huge new Matt work story, and Brad receives more vindication for the ongoing Elizabeth Olsen/Tom Selleck debate. Smoke up and tune in.  --- #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, the guys are separate... but whole. In fact, if you sound out that first sentence, you have an idea of where this week's episode lives. Whether the wind was coming from Mother Nature or Dave's couch, the guys spend a LOT of time having a breezy discussion about whatever blew across their minds. And which openings they came from.  --- #colonoscopy #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com