Pillows and Beer

Reality Fans, Buckle Up! This episode is for you. Craig and Austen dive headfirst into the explosive season finale of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. Get ready for their hot takes on all the drama, the betrayals, and the bombshells that dropped like snowflakes ❄️ in Bermuda. But that's not all! Joining the party is Paige, reality TV enthusiast and reality queen in her own right . She finally spills the tea on her own love for reality TV and shares her unique perspective on the RHOSLC finale. And stick around for "Christmas Gifts with Craig," a new annual tradition where Craig unveils his hilariously thoughtful, yet slightly bizarre gift for Paige. This year's pick will leave you both laughing and scratching your head. So grab your drinks, your snacks, and your best shade-throwing hand. It's time to dissect the RHOSLC finale with your new besties, Craig, Austen, and Paige. And don't forget to send us your own takes!

Nostalgia Alert As all 3 of the guys have been traveling and stuck around the holidays, we still wanted to give our besties something to listen to this first week back so starting with a personal favorite. First, however, Austen and Nick recap last night's football games with Austen Tide losing. Then, we found that we actually have a lot of newer listeners and have even mentioned this episode on our recent tour. So for those who want to understand why we love this episode so much, take a listen to Craig and Austen's hours of conversation with Spencer Spratt.

Nostalgia Alert After a busy and wonderful Christmas, the guys are doing a late night catch up. Craig and Austen are talking about the gifts they both gave and received and the moments that they created. Nick shares the sad story of why he had to get a replacement Christmas tree before the guys discuss a few of the non holiday movies they have watched during the break.

Nostalgia Alert The guys are closing out the year with some fun debates. First Nick and Craig discuss some red wine and conspiracies before Austen hops on and they dive into some fun "would you rathers" from golf, past vs future, and how they would choose to live. Thank you besties for making this year wonderful and we hope everyone has a great holiday weekend. See y'all in 2024!

Nostalgia Alert Dinosaurs...real? Well, in this episode, the boys are talking about that amongst another wide variety of topics. In classic PnB fashion, Craig and Austen start up with a quick catch-up of where they are before discussing celebrity gossip, our besties amazon shopping history, dinosaurs, and other fun topics. We're also thrilled to announce a Phoenix date for the tour and send holiday cheer to all our listeners! Happy holidays!

Nostalgia Alert Besties, who here waits to the last second for Christmas shopping? We sure do! In this episode, the guys are talking about buying and receiving gifts to and from the family which leads to the debate on Amazon accounts. Do you share or have your own accounts? The guys then discuss Craig's lack of Christmas spirit and answer a fun bestie question.

*Nostalgia Alert* Craig is reacting and sharing some tidbits on his first movie called "Tuesdays Flu". Craig talks about what it was like filming and how even got to ad lib one of his lines. Austen then finally gives the update that people keep asking for...what the heck is going on with Trop Hop. The answer, it is back! After a 4 month struggle with some former partners, Trop Hop is once again being made and being shown off in some new and improved branding.

*Nostalgia Alert* Craig and Austen are recapping, while recovering, from their recent trip down to New Orleans and New York. Austen who has been on a mini bender recounts the post shows nights. Craig and them then get into the holidays as they go over some recent polls from IG that have surprised us...how do people prefer fake over real Christmas trees. The guys then share some of what they have been watching and have a couple more holiday debates.

Craig and Austen are talking current events as they discuss some recent technology ploys and where Taylor Swift stands among the most famous people of the last 100 years. Like her or not, she has become one to be known by billions. The guys then discuss some recent TV they have seen before answering some Bestie questions. Here they answer what their 5-year plans are and then give some dating/bedroom advice.

Nostalgia Alert The boys are back with Craig's hot takes and opinions on how things must be done. But first, Craig and Austen are discussing what they have been up to and Austen asks if the color yellow is real. The guys discuss spray tans more as they get ready for a project this week and Craig laments about his current nail salon. The arguments then pick up as Craig, Austen, and Nick fight about the proper way to light a Christmas Tree. Austen really amps up the debate when he says he thinks some people do it vertically...the blasphemy.

Nostalgia Alert Craig is in Beverly Hills to celebrate Paige as she is honored at a dinner for Variety's top 40 women of unscripted TV. Craig and Austen discuss getting ready routines and all of the celebs and powerful women Craig will be dining with. As Craig leaves to get ready with Paige, Austen and Nick go through PnB's Spotify recap. We want to give a big shout to all of our besties who have made the podcast happen and cannot wait to keep growing it with all of you!

Craig and Austen are debating when it is too early to set up holiday decorations. When do you do it and is before Thanksgiving too early? Craig then shares a travel adventure from this weekend as a trip back from a wedding did not go as planned. The boys close out the episode by sharing some Uber stories and answering some listener questions. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Craig and Austen are discussing traffic protocols and breaking points. We have all thought it, but how many of you have done it?...Seen that empty HOV lane and just gone for it when you are riding solo? The guys then talk zoos, run clubs, and answer who they think would survive in the wilderness between 3 them. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Attention Canadian Besties, Craig and Austen are proud to have continued their relationship with Hayu and are bringing a show to Toronto, Ontario December 2, 2024. For tickets, click the link at the bottom of the page. In this episode, the boys recap their time in London at the Hayu Fan Fest and all of the fun things they did, including driving a golf cart into the event. The guys then answer some of your bestie questions, which turns into a conversation about acting and how one friend in the group who you might think would be a very funny actor is the opposite. They then close out the show with a quick surprise guest. Pillows and Beer Live in Toronto is sponsored by Hayu, The Home of Reality TV, with every season ever of Southern Charm. https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/pillowsandbeerlive

Craig and Austen are going to London for the Hayu fan fest with other Bravo stars next week! In this episode the guys talk about their former trips to London and all the things they want to do this time. Send them any recs you may have. Later in the episode, Craig shares a new tik tok conspiracy and the guys talk some of their favorite and least favorite Halloween type movies and tv shows.

Craig and Austen open up this episode by discussing Craig's brother's wedding this past weekend. Austen and him talk about how fun October weddings in Charleston are and Craig shares some fun, personal stories from the wedding. This, of course, leads to a conversation of how similar Paige and Austen are which then transitions into a discussion over the new Kristen Bell show, Nobody Wants This. Many laughs are had as they talk about some of their favorite moments without any spoilers. Lastly, we want to give our thoughts to those affected by many of the storms that have ravished the East. If you cannot donate or give your time, we ask that you at least keep them in your thoughts and not forget them as the cycle continues.

In this episode, the boys reveal a few more dates for the tour before Craig gives a recap on what it was like throwing out the first pitch at the Orioles game. After the break, the guys talk a little football before giving their feelings on the new season of Southern Charm so far. Austen and Craig talk and share what they have done to not let the drama affect them after each week. Lastly, the guys begin to answer some of the great bestie questions we have received.

Relive 2023 with Pillows and Beer episode "Pressure Pitch" In this episode, the boys are talking newly released tour stops, looking at you Nashville and Houston. Craig then shares his nerves about throwing out the first pitch today at the Baltimore Orioles game and Austen gives him tips from his experiences with his first, first pitch. The guys then debate the levels of celebrity out there as they discuss the most recent Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumors. The guys have trouble fathoming the peace and quiet some people just will never get.

Craig and Austen discuss where they have been and the charity golf tournaments they have been playing in. Craig then recounts his experiences at his recent trip to Paris and his work there with the Paralympic Games. The guys then delve into their current TV lineup, discussing the new reality show about Mormon housewives on Hulu, a captivating documentary about chimpanzees to rival Tiger king, and the new Netflix murder mystery.

Fire up your nostalgia...In this episode, the boys are back in Charleston after a fun weekend supporting https://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/at their annual, charity golf tournament. The guys share stories of all the incredible people they got to meet and how Austen was pranked and roasted by everyone there. Craig and Austen then discuss the hurricane that is barring down on the south as Craig heads to New York and Austen plans to wait it out in Charleston. Lastly, the guys discuss grade school memories as Austen shares old photos and they talk about who they do and don't remember.

Fire up your nostalgia! This time last year...Hurricane season is upon us, and Austen is weathering Idalia in Charleston. Craig is up in New York for the US Open, but he joins Austen on the podcast to talk about the storm and other topics. Austen touches on what he is doing as he waits out the storm and Craig shares his thanks to the USTA Foundation for putting him up in a box for the day and all that they do for the sport. The guys then dive into some pop culture as they discuss angry neighbors and how to handle internet trolls. Craig, Austen, and Nick then get into an argument over which holiday has the best candy and how little Craig created the no dogs allowed in the pool rule. Lastly, the boys close out by ranking some more of the "icks" that you all wrote in.

Austen Kroll did a thing and could not wait to show the guys. What have you done recently in the spur of the moment? In this episode, Craig and Austen also talk about sequels vs the original and how to temper expectations and enjoy the show or movie. The guys then wrap up their conversation of what they want for a bachelor party and close out answering some dating and love questions from you all.

Austen Kroll is slowly turning into wheres Waldo as he is on the road again and we are left figuring out where he is. This time he is calling in from an RV as it travels through Virginia to see Phish in Craig's home state of Delaware. Craig then shares his latest travels with Austen as he has been in the islands for one bachelor party and is next off to Virginia for another. The guys then wrap up their Olympic talk by discussing one of the controverises and share some of the TV they are watching.

In this special episode, Craig and Nick are joined by Jerry for the first time in over 2 years. Jerry joins the guys to talk about what it is like being a new father and gives some advice while sharing some of his favorite memories already. Craig and Jerry then talk all things Sewing Down South as they tease a few upcoming releases and new projects they are working on. The boys then jump into random topics as they discuss some of the genii in recent Netflix docs and debate who would win in a bravo showdown between all the shows as Elon and Zuckerburg prepare for their own fight. Lastly, they end it with a bestie question filled with red flags.

In this episode, Craig and Austen do a quick recap of the weekend and then jump into some more WWHL headlines as they discuss a certain someone and whether they shave a certain somewhere. Craig then asks Austen and Nick about their nightmares and if they believe in the paranormal or not. Austen then breaks down certain elements of the new trailer that just dropped and reacts to a certain "little" fight that is shown.

Austen is trapped up in New York as Craig braces Debby down in Charleston. The guys catch up and talk about how they handle storms and how this one in particular gave Craig a jump scare. Austen then shares with Craig how he ran into someone who went to one of Craig and Korys house parties and was tricked into taking a certain shot way back when. The guys then get into some more Olympic talk and answer some what-to-do listener questions.

After scheduling delays and a hurricane, Craig Conover is starting a new podcast where he wants to help build a positive addition to your ecosystem, by sharing good news and happy thoughts. We have some heartwarming stories, inspiring questions from you, and great charities we would like to share with you.  In this episode, Craig talks about some romantic penguins, advances in different sciences, and answers some of your messages. (When you submit a message, please tell us if we can use your voice and if the message is private or something you are ok with being shared). If you would like to donate to this week's highlighted charity, use this link https://www.blessingsinabackpack.org/ways-to-donate/

Austen is finally excited to announce that Trophop can not be bought and shipped to 47 states in the US. Craig and Austen talk about all things from their favorite sports and moments to what sport they think each other would compete in. The guys then delve into what TV and Movies they are watching and how our household items are spying on us.

Austen Kroll got Scammed. Well...almost. Austen shares how Craig and he realized all too quickly how no matter how close to legit it may seem, there are subtle clues to look for as scammers get more and more creative. The boys then talk about some travels coming up as Craig shares that he will be traveling to Paris as he will be working with the 2024 Summer Paralympics. Conspiracy Craig then comes out as they discuss the technology collapse from over the weekend and whether or not there is a bunker under his new pool.

Craig and Austen are breaking the 4th Wall, sorta, as they talk about some of their favorite parts of filming, the crew. The guys talk about their relationships with the people who you do not see behind the camera and how they believe they could use their own show as well. Craig and Austen then dive into the national anthem from the Home Run Derby and talk about Craig and Paige's new family member. Apologies for the delay, like most of the world, we had some technical difficulties Friday.

After a much-needed hiatus, Craig Conover and Austen Kroll are back in Charleston (temporily) and hitting the mics again. In this episode, hear where the boys have been and why they have not been recording. They share their stories from Mexico City to France and Italy. Austen then gives Craig the ick as they hit on a wide variety of topics in true PnB form.

No, the podcast is not dead, the guys just required a much-needed break from the work world after just finishing up their job from the past few months, so stay tuned there. In honor of the Nashville store just opening, here is Craig and Jerry talking all things Sewing Down South 3 years ago when they were about to open the flagship store in Charleston. Who thinks we should do an episode from 12 South? A big thanks to Shopify for helping the SDS and PnB journey. Make sure to use our code pillowsandbeer at shopify.com Sorry for the audio. First time recording in the store with new tech

As the boys are off somewhere...doing something... I think you may have seen pictures, we just had someone ask if we could post the first ever pod again to listen to and asking why they started it. Well, here it is the guys in their first official podcast together, and how they have changed over the 3 years of PNB.

Craig is talking about all things around the world. He talks about wanting to head to Australia to set up an SDS pop up, visit the Cherry Blossoms in Japan, and other interesting and fun events/festivals. Craig vents about how certain people up North are trying to do things and how we need to find the perfect median in how we do things. then shares what his dream vacation would be.

Craig talks about how mad he is for missing the Aurea borealis and how his friends didn't believe him until it happened. He then talks about how Paige and he got caught in the matrix when they could not find something until it all the sudden popped up. I think everyone has had the moment where you know you put something down, look for it, can't find it, then all the sudden you find it right where you thought you left it.

Craig is off to film something new in New York with Paige but first hops on with Nick to catch up. The guys catch up and discuss Craig's new venture in Nashville and SDS. The conversation then moves to the state of the world and why Craig, to the skepticism of Paige, thinks he'd make a good President. Lastly, Craig closes it out with an update on his bee-keeping adventure.

Wedding season has started which has Austen listing cool type things he has seen and may want at his wedding...whenever that may be. From a tattoo parlor to a cool location, his list is ever-growing. Speaking of tattoos, the guys then start to talk about where and what they might get their first tattoo. How many of our besties are tattoo people? Lastly, Austen shares some upcoming trips and how happy he is to have someone to share them with now.

Nick shares with Austen with who he thinks which celebrity the latter could be related to. Austen then talks about what he has been up to and winds up spending time talking about his family and how he could be on the brink of starting a turf war. The guys end the show talking about some recent dreams and some newish Charleston recs for everyone coming down for vacations this spring and summer.

Who else things moving sucks? Craig and Nick are discussing how much of a pain it is and how different it is depending on where you live. Craig then discusses how much Sewing Down South has grown since the past few years and some of the messages he has gotten from people seeing the displays in Kroger(s). They then talk about some of the new shows they are watching as Craig shares his interest with Nick on how he would like to see the behind the scenes of cooking and other competition type shows.

Do you think Paige would move to space with Craig? Well, that is exactly what Craig and Nick are discussing. First, they talk about how certain businesses took off when others failed and laugh about how a certain thing has changed over the years. The guys then discuss all things space from Aliens, the Moon landing, and being a Starship Captain.   Craig and Austen are currently "busy" for a little bit so as mentioned, some episodes may be split up.

Craig is recapping his Napa trip with Austen as they laugh about how well they actually know wine. They then laugh and talk about all the fun and interesting people he met Halls charity food and wine event. Craig then gives Austen a tease at some new Sewing Down South lines as this week finally kicks off the Kroger launch after over a year of planning. The boys then debate a case in Nebraska about who is in the right when it came to a lady getting free gas. Legal or not legal and would you have done it or shared with them the glitch.

It is Masters week so the guys start out by talking golf and sharing some of their fun stories, some of which may talk about some bans. The guys then talk about what they have going on this weekend as Craig is off to Napa as a celebrity judge for a charity wine and food competition for our friends at Hall Wine.

Craig and Austen discuss some of the superstitions around eclipses and some of the funny memes that Austen has seen that reminded him immediately of Craig. The boys than discuss being sick on vacation and how Craig keeps ordering different foods to figure out what he can taste. The guys also go back and forth on some other varying topics before answering a few bestie questions.

Pool season is upon us and Craig and Austen are talking about when it is time to open them up and start enjoying the warm weather. This then leads to a conversation about the sport of diving and how it may actually be more fun to watch it at the lower levels than the Olympic levels. Craig then shares with Austen his most recent travel nightmare as he discusses how he and Paige were trapped in turbulence for almost 45 minutes.

Craig is venting how much he hates April Fools by sharing a couple of examples of how he has been "fooled". The guys laugh as he shares about an undiscovered school mystery to an innocent drink promo. Craig then tells Austen about the phenonium of foreign accent syndrome and how crazy it is. This of course leads into some of the dumb ways the guys have tried to pick up women when they were younger.

Craig is in New York with Paige who is providing some running commentary as Craig and Austen debate the time to drink an espresso martini. The guys then discuss the serial punching that is happening in NYC and what to do if you get trapped in a sinking car. Craig and Austen then laugh at Craig's reverse uno moment on the most recent episode of Summer House.

Katie Kroll finally makes her first appearance on the podcast as she guest hosts the first half of this Tuesday's episode. Austen and her talk book clubs and how they got into doing their specialty cocktails at family functions. After the break, Katie and Austen discuss her "fun"-employment as she shares what it is like being laid off and what she plans on doing. Austen also gives a sneak peak to one of his hopes for the new bar menu at BTW.

The guys are not split up. Craig, Austen and Nick laugh at the miscommunication which leads to Craig raging, against, well rage bait. The guys also discuss their brackets before diving into Craigs Harry Potter journey. Austen laughs at all of Craigs takes and how slow it is taking him to watch.

Austen had date night and Craig had an SDS photo shoot, so the boys were forced to be split up. Austen and Nick start out by talking about Craig getting sucked into the wizarding world of Harry Potter and how funny some of his takes our. They then discuss the conspiracies around the royals and discuss the coming of March Madness. Craig continues the royal talk when he joins Nick later and the 2 start to give levels to types of conspiracies, from being yes man to thinking that world is flat.

Ben Soffer, from Spritz Society and co-host of the "Good Guys" podcast, joins Craig and Austen for an engaging discussion. The trio delves into various topics, from debating the advantages of living down south versus in New York City, to arcade gaming, and the inception of Ben and Josh (Peck)'s podcast. Listen in and laugh along with the guys as they weave from topic to topic. Additionally, Ben has a special treat for our listeners: a generous discount code for Spritz Society. Simply use the code PILLOWS at checkout to enjoy a 15% discount on your order.  

Austen is back and catching up with Nick before they dive headlong into the Oscars. Austen and Nick talk about John Cena's stunt and if they thought it was a genuine moment or an Illuminati conspiracy as the internet seemed to suggest. Austen says how much he loved the Ken song and how much homework he has regarding watching the nominated movies and performances. Lastly, we have gotten your DM's and we will be doing another March Madness tournament. All details will come out after this selection Sunday.