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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

Four guys. Two movies. One celebrity death. One roundup (!) Some would consider this the perfect recipe for disaster. And they'd be right. From Gene Hackman to SNL 50 to another horrendous Tubi selection, the guys had a lot to choose from this week. And they chose "all of the above." -- #snl50 #genehackman #celebritydeath #saturdaynight #comedypodcast #RIcomedy #podernfamily www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

When it rains, it pours, and NTS is no exception. This week, the guys welcome another amazing New England comic, Glenn Ginish. Throughout these few hours, they cover everything from open mics to closed-door rehabs, and about a million other places in between -- all of them made better by the legend of Pants Cortez.  -- #glennginish #ricomedy #ricomedyconnection #podernfamily #newenglandcomedy #bostoncomedy #rejectsbeer Laughing Monks - https://www.instagram.com/laughing.monks/ Glenn's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ginishglenn/ www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

Too many of the NTS guys are dabbling in standup comedy these days. So it's always good when an actual professional stops by to remind them of how it's done. This week, international touring comic, actor, and Scorcese-favorite Doug Key sits in to do some deep and meaningful skull topics. If Doug seems familiar, that's because his first full-length comedy special "Mother of the Year" recently premiered on Mark Normand's YouTube channel, also debuting at #1 on the iTunes comedy charts and Amazon Prime's Best Sellers List. No pressure, right guys? -- #dougkey #rogueislandcomedy #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #theirishman #timotheechalamet www.youtube.com/user/dougkeycomedy/videos youtube.com/@marknormand/featured www.dougkeycomedy.com www.rogueislandcomedyfest.com/ instagram.com/dougkeycomedy tiktok.com/@dougkeycomedy www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, on a very special Needless to Say, the guys rally around Craig after his startling admission of having ADHD surprises absolutely no one. Then, to make things worse, the guys keep interrupting his big reveal every time he's about to have a genuine, heartfelt moment. Also, Brad embraces "too soon," Dave realizes what he married into, and Matt really needs to read a second book.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #ADHD  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Barely a month after "getting back to normal" the guys decided they missed doing movie reviews. Especially since Dave has more than redeemed his reputation with this one. Sit back and enjoy a thorough breakdown of the cult classic "Winterbeast"... starring one actor, six extras, four puppets, and 11 years between takes.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #winterbeast #tubi #badhorror www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, Brad's on a break, so the recently appendix-free Manny makes his triumphant return to the airwaves. But with Matt's paranoia dominating the conversation, it was hard to tell. Well, at least until he fell backward into Dave's bathtub. Tune in. Turn up. Find out.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

By a show of hands, how many people have been waiting for one of the guys to go off and have a monster rant about minimal things? Yeah, that's we thought. Fans of Matt's unhinged rage, buckle up. This week, he goes off on more than a few items, with all the grace and discretion you've come to expect. The other guys have things to say, too. But that's not important right now. --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

After months of holidays, events, and special episodes this week, the guys attempted to get back to "normal." That is until they realize they don't really know what normal is. But thanks to their guest John, they still find a way to make Craig feel bad about his childhood. Happy New Year, folks. It's year EIGHT of NTS. Here they go again... --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's time for Needless to Say's EIGHTH Christmas episode. And that means, group stories, movie recaps, and arguably the finest edition of NTS Jeopardy yet. Each year, the Christmas episode is a love letter to our listeners, and this is the stickiest one yet. Take that as you will. Merry Christmas, everyone! -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #christmaspodcast www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Just days before Christmas, one man down and three others fighting the plague, the NTS guys still managed to piece together another few hours of gold. If you're into discussing DayQuil, digestion, and occasional infidelity, this is an episode well worth checking out. -- #ricomedyconnection #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #christmaspodcast www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The holidays are in full swing, and the guys are feeling festive. Brad doesn't want any more real Christmas trees, Matt doesn't want any more $20 charity tacos, Dave doesn't want his dad to be part of any more comedy routines, and Craig doesn't want the seasonal magic to end. Let's do this, already... -- #ricomedyconnection #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #christmaspodcast www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Fifty percent of NTS has graced the standup stage recently (with one more on the way). It's time to take a deeper dive with the guy responsible -- internationally known comedian Brian Beaudoin. We met him at RI Comic-Con, but now everyone gets a chance to meet the man behind the laughs. Of all the times a guest has eaten a banana on air, this was easily the funniest.  -- #brianbeaudoincomedian #wickedfunnyproductions #ricomedy #ricomedyconnection #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys are fully back to "normal" ... at least for one week, anyway. And that means everything you've ever enjoyed about Needless to Say is back on the table. No movie reviews. No nerds. Just them......... (God, let's hope there's another Comic-Con soon.) --  #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

You can't accuse the NTS guys of not milking a good thing. After two months' of Halloween movies, bad scripts, and on-the-scene clips, the guys finally sit back down to recap their trip to the nerd state fair -- Rhode Island Comic-Con. You've heard the audio, you've seen the pics. Consider this the final statement on the great unwashed before returning to "normal" next week.  -- #piantaveganrestaurant #ghosttoad #tonypetrarca #codexprime #brutaldudespodcast #piantaprovidence #veganeggrolls #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

All good things must come to an end. But it's even better when we end strong. All weekend, we shared space with the amazing, mind-changing, stomach-filling awesomeness of Pianta Vegan Restaurant, who turned egg rolls into conversation pieces. But even better than the Buffalo Chickpea was Pianta's owner and head chef, Michelle, who closed out our weekend in grand fashion.  -- #piantaveganrestaurant #piantaprovidence #veganeggrolls #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Living in the smallest state in the union means it's pretty easy to run into local legends. Which is exactly what happened when Dave spotted RI's finest weatherman Tony Petrarca walking by the booth. But (after Matt chased him away with words) things got even better when we realized the amazing people next door were related to him. Enter... the Ghost Toad. #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon #ghosttoad #tonypetrarca www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

For everyone who has attended a Comic-Con, you know that Sundays are always chaos. People try to cram in as much nerddom as they can handle... and occasionally stop by a booth with live microphones. Here's the evidence. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Closing out the "fellow podcasters" section of our recap comes the Brutal Dudes -- which is almost redundant when a show is based in Philadelphia. Now, we already have our doppleganger show (in the form of the amazing Official True Story Bros). But if we had to pick another, I'm pretty sure its these beer fanatics who have so much brotherly love to share, they can't help smearing a little on ya.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

At RICC, there's always plenty of people to talk to (and plenty more to talk about). But rarely do the guys turn on the soundboard and let someone else take over. Yet, that's exactly what happened when an -- ahem -- unique woman stopped by the booth, and absolutely put on a clinic on how to handle a mic. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Jade.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys (shockingly) don't have a lot of friends, but the ones they have are lifers. Take, for example, the pop culture geniuses over at Codex Prime. Craig and Brad first met these guys in 2017 (!) and they're still killing it, covering all facets of geek culture from film, video games, music, and comics to parenting, family, and beyond! (Their words, not ours.) Check this one out.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

The guys always meet amazing people at Comic-Con. But never before have they been SO upstaged. Enter Brian, a visually impaired podcaster who sees things more clearly than the guys ever could. Listen as this mic master takes over -- needless to say, he said it.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

NTS has always been a family-first kind of show. Well, only for Craig and Matt's family, that is. So, when Matt's sister Hailee and the ever-perfect Dakota showed up, things went ... predictably.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

In this clip, we meet the amazing Brian Beaudoin -- the guy responsible for whipping Dave and Craig into passable comedy shape. Listen as he verbally mauls everyone around our booth, with a special focus on a lazy kid wearing his soccer uniform.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

After four long years, the guys triumphantly returned to Rhode Island Comic-Con, to lay waste to good taste. Over the course of the next several days, we'll be releasing short clips from the event, in a somewhat chronological order. At least, as chronological as our beer-soaked memories will allow.  Next up? Saturday morning, when beer met coffee, sadness met regret, and hangovers reigned supreme. But, in true NTS fashion, the guys soldiered through, licking every last hair off the dog, and meeting a ton of new friends. This clip was just the beginning. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

After four long years, the guys triumphantly returned to Rhode Island Comic-Con, to lay waste to good taste. Over the course of the next several days, we'll be releasing short clips from the event, in a somewhat chronological order. At least, as chronological as our beer-soaked memories will allow.  First up? Friday night, when minds were still open and livers were still pure. It's all downhill from here. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon  #ricomiccon www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

There was a week between Halloween stories and the chaos of Rhode Island Comic-Con, so the guys had a chill night in Dave's garage. But that doesn't mean it wasn't a good one. Reminiscing about past Comic-Cons, and diving into a deeper discussion about music proved to be more than enough for a two-hour test of your good taste. Next week, we'll have tales of nerd filth, but for now, enjoy the exhale. --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC #ComicCon   www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

It's Halloween. And after a month of reviewing other bad horror movies, the guys revisited the show's best tradition -- writing a few of their own. If you're looking for actual horror, you should check out the Hawk Tuah girl's podcast. But if you want cheap laughs from cheaper jokes, buckle up. (Oh, don't ask what the episode title means. No one knows.) -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #scarystories #slasherfilms #80sslasher #spookyseason  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys close out four successful weeks of horror movie reviews by saving the worst for last. This week, Matt's all-time favorite slasher flick, "Slumber Party Massacre 2" is the centerpiece. If only he had watched it first. But that doesn't stop the fearsome foursome (plus one better half) from dissecting this film's finest qualities. From camera work to a lack of visible breasts, to the constant presence of Slice soda, this is one for the books.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #slumberpartymassacre #rockabilly #drillerkiller #slasherfilms #80sslasher #spookyseason #crystalbernard www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Now that it's mid-October, the guys are all-in on their horror movie reviews. Well, at least they were until they watched 1980's "Motel Hell." Now, they just hate Craig more than usual. But, if you like the idea of cannibalism, jerky, wet t-shirts, blind acceptance, senior citizen fake cowboys, May-December romance, and possible incest, this is the episode for you. Not featured: Actual Sam Elliott, or anything involving a motel.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #motelhell #slasherfilms #80sslasher #spookyseason #humanjerky  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com  

This week, the guys continue their horror movie retrospective, this time covering the 1980s classic "Killer Klowns from Outer Space." While there was doubt they could get a full review out of this one, they ended up doing the entire two hours. For those looking to hear tree and flooring stories, it might be disappointing. But for anyone intrigued by clowns, cotton candy cocoons, Dean Wormer, and missed nudity opportunities, this one's for you.  -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #killerklowns #slasherfilms #80sslasher #spookyseason #cottoncandy  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

The guys needed a week off to prepare -- Halloween season is here, which means horror movie reviews are back! This time, Brad goes first, choosing the seminal slasher classic "Slaughter High." It's a complicated tale showing the long-term effects of bullying, drug use, premarital sex, and faking American accents like John Wayne. But we can't go any deeper here -- listen to the review yourself and start the season right. --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #slaughterhigh #slasherfilms #80sslasher #spookyseason #jestershoes #electricbed www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Ohhhh, yeahhhhhh... Before this episode even started, Matt was hitting hard and fast with his slow jams voice, setting the tone for a wide-ranging discussion about backyard rats, open flies, stray boogers, 311, Oasis, kindergarten, and the Isle of Man. Yep, it's one of THOSE nights. So, grab a 40 and snuggle up, kids.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily  www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

In what has become an annual tradition, 3/4 of the show is back from Maine, loaded with stories to tell. (Most of them about being loaded.) From puppy guilt to cooking surface shame, to boiled socks and the universal appeal of Harpoon IPA, this episode truly comes from out of nowhere.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #maine #ruralmaine #medford #camping www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, as 3/4 of the show (and 91% of New England) plan their annual trip to Maine, the guys tried to cram a lot of show into two hours. That means a breakdown of fantasy sports in reality, the reality of Asian porn, meaningful family parties, meaningless celebrities, and Corey Feldman's eighth second chance. --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #comedyconnectionri #coreyfeldman #loserville #fantasysports www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This one's late. But the guys have been busy! And in this episode, you'll hear why. From revisiting Dave's comedy debut, Brad not knowing the difference between US and Australian breakdancing, Dead Stiff Nick, trips to New Hampshire, and more, there's plenty to discuss.  --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #comedyconnectionri #breakdancing #australia www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

This week, Dave's on vacation, somehow making a mountain range even whiter. So, the other guys figured it was the perfect time to discuss Dave's successful comedy debut, lazy workers, the ending of Aerosmith, primitive surgical tools for male body parts, and the unique way New England enjoys pizza. (And if you love trees and flooring, there's plenty of that, too.) --- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #comedyconnectionri #partypizza #aerosmith #obsidian www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Another week, another conversation that starts with the best intentions, and quickly devolves into... well, what Needless to Say does best. The guys may have streamlined the beginning of the show, but its tainted soul remains. Olympic controversy, heavy metal on the world's stage, Hawk Tuah's 15th minute of fame -- it's all on the table this week. -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #killerwhales #podsaboutpods #olympics #gojira www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com