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At The RTFM podcast, we enjoy life the hard way. Don't read the manual folks, just dive in. Find us on Twitter and Instagram @theRTFMpodcast for all updates!

Jake S and Joe P


    • May 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 29m AVG DURATION
    • 34 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from RTFM Podcast

    Prophets, Prophecies & the AI Girthquake

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 99:44


    AYE YO, we did not forget about you, we just had life happen. In this episode, Joe and Jake go for some deeper cuts as Jake finds a paper he wrote in college. Who knew that soda could predict catastrophic events? We can run but we cannot hide from AI......we wish it was still just a buzzword. We hope you enjoy this episdoe. Follow us on most platforms @thertfmpodcast

    ...So We Are Late

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 83:13


    We're not gonna sugarcoat it, life happens. We were not able to record on our normal day because of reasons, so instead you're getting a mid-week episode!Thank you for all of your support and for listening!

    EV's Aren't Metal

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 110:43


    Welcome to another tangent filled podcast with the boys! We talk about Joe's Ghost obsession, the state of Electric Cars and various other rabbit holes.Thank you for listening!

    Old and Sarcastic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 109:38


    Back for the 4th week in a row! We have been having a great time recording regularly, and we hope you have been enjoying listening!We talk about tech companies making their logos look... interesting, we talk about a weird drink combination, and sprinkle in some typical tangents and ramblings.

    Off The Rails

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 117:07


    We are back again! Trying to keep up with regular episodes, and this is definitely an episode!Phones and gaming, cybersecurity, and dystopian stories are among the topics this week, as we go off on tangents and dive into some weird rabbit holes.Thank you so much for listening!

    Philly: Perpetua

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 73:00


    We made it back for a second week in a row!We have discussions about the Super Bowl and the half time show, and also chat about music and the band Ghost, among some other random things!We appreciate you listening and the support we have been getting!

    The Re-Re-Re-Restart

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 109:35


    What's this? A new upload? Why, it is!Alright look, we know we keep saying we are going to restart this podcast and start uploading again. And honestly, we aren't going to make any promises, but we both wanted to record again, and just decided to do it. It has been quite a while, and we hope you'll join us in another reboot.If you like what you hear, please let us know! It helps keep us motivated to record and continue on. Either way, we appreciate you listening!

    Don't get offended. Get Offensive!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 80:40


    Ya boyz Joe and Jake are back at it talking about the potential return of real comedy. They discuss the dangers of having technology buying habits. Welcome to their therapy session. Follow Us on our socials. @thertfmpodcast

    Its been too long.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 101:33


    It has been far too long. Your boys are back with the RTFM Podcast. In this episode, Joe and Jake give an update on the hiatus and the path forward. As you will hear in the episode Jake is claiming that 2024 is the year of reclaiming things we like and not losing sight of what makes us happy. You know the drill open your ear holes and enjoy our little slice of the internet. Follow us on @theRTFMPODCAST Follow Joe on https://www.twitch.tv/passimeow

    Is that a Tattoo? Did It hurt? You know that's permanent right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 89:27


    Yo Yo YO Jake and Joe here. We hope you enjoy this episode. Joe springs back in time to a simpler time. Kick ass LAN parties. Joe gets a tattoo, and we touch on the generational acceptance of body art. Also Joe gets some sweet revenge on scammers. Jake goes full fogman while explaining the Taliban's new "supercar' and reads a horse-to-goat power conversion table on reddit. Also, please don't drop the display off your Apple Watch. It kinda sucks. Jake keeps looking at his empty wrist for answers. Follow us on our socials @thertfmpodcast Go watch Joe pwn noobs on twitch. twitch.tv/passimeow

    What do you mean you don't have Barbecue Sauce?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 92:27


    Hey there, HI there, HO there. Jake and Joe look back at how their terrible sleeping habits were formed. Thanks, no thanks, college. Joe displays his passion for paper straws... Let's be honest. No one wants to chew on the Cottenell cardboard tube. Joe highlights the interesting post covid rules inconsistencies. Fog-man (Jake ) attempts to sound smart about COVID policies and GEO political news. He's working on his delivery and execution. 2023 firing on all exhausting cylinders Follow us on our socials @RTFMpodcast Go watch Joe stream at twitch.tv/passimeow

    Castkhana

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 70:10


    In the first episode of 2023, we agree that this year has already been too long. Joe and Jake talk about the loss of a childhood influence. They also dive into the strange story of Jeremy Renner and the horrifying event that occurred on Monday Night Football. Fogman returns to talk about his new car theory; no matter how reliable the vehicle, Jake will find a unique and huge problem. Joe tells tales from the other side of planet fitness. Stolen wallets and Gallon jugs of tweaker piss. Follow Joe on twitch @ twitch.tv/passimeow Follow us on our socials @thertfmpodcast #burniesforblock

    Planes, Trains, and Anime?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 87:57


    Joe and Jake are exhausted from the holiday shuffle. Joe describes how to explain anime to family members....... Jake rants about his cars and how he is just a bad luck magnet for anything with wheels. He also tells an 'exciting' story about his 'Knight Bus' piggy bank. Got to love the older generations... Well then, there is mutual combat Jake and Joe both work around how strange of a concept this type of law is. There is more to this episode than what is typed; listen to find out. You know where to find us on the inter webs, @thertfmpodcast

    Why does it smell like hot ham and rolls?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 91:54


    Jake and Joe slide off the rails in a very dark and humorous way. We dive into how a $5 footlong is never $5. Jake loses his s**t about nuclear fusion. Always 19 years away. This episode was fun hope you enjoy it. You know where to find us on the socials @thertfmpodcast

    The legend of FOGMAN is born.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 102:05


    From Particle Colliders to Labor rights and everything in between. Joe and Jake discuss how the best video game comebacks are made. Is there a thought process to it? Listen to find out. Jake highlights some spooky Eufy security camera issues, and Joe highlights how scary the internet can be. We discuss the oddities of being in the labor force, the looming rail strike, and how that impacts the masses. PS Jake does fall down a rabbit hole regarding a wannabe internet expert attempting to explain Mandela effects and Particle accelerators. Joe discovers FOGMAN...... it's a Wikipedia version Rainman. Follow us on our socials @thertfmpodcast Find Joe On twitch passimeow

    *Text prohibited due to profanity*

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 80:20


    In this episode, Joe and Jake question how acronyms and letters can be profane. Joe is churning out stream content. You know you want to watch and listen. MAKE HIM A TWITCH PARTNER........ passimeow on twitch Joe's PC is smexy, simple, powerful, and clean. Jake re-hashes his car issues and gives a good news update. He also gets a new washing machine....... see how long that takes. What's more, Florida then a car accident that occurs in a fireworks store. You know what to do with the socials. @thertfmpodcast

    TUMS.....its what's for dinner.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 94:27


    Yo Yo Yo Yo YO It's ya, Boyz Joe and Jake, and on this episode of RTFM, we dive head first into the topic of the forbidden candy, tums. PLEASE do not eat tums like candy. It is a health hazard (follow guidelines on the packaging and consult your medical professionals). HOT TAKES, HOT TAKES, hear all about our thoughts on stuff people like and why you shouldn't care about what other people think. It's your hobby/interest. Joe describes his PC-building adventure and the satisfaction of the stream. Jake gets salty (literally) while reseating his tire with a ratchet strap. As always, hit us on our socials. @thertfmpodcast And remember, during this Thanksgiving holiday. Practice safe food, and use condiments.

    We Laugh, We Cough, We Freeze

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 88:13


    First snow in Wisconsin, meaning everyone loses their minds! Jake and Joe are still super healthy, with the occasional cough in there (sorry) as they discuss the state of social media, what happens when it snows, and the end of the world, sort of. Follow us on our socials @theRTFMpodcast

    Internet Personalities.....No really, the internet is our personality.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 68:14


    The sick ones are back and laying it on thick... Joe gets a quick analysis from Dr. Phil's concussed colleague, dr Jake on his Internet personality (not a doctor or affiliated with Dr. Phil; just a joke)  MW2 is here and alive; sorry, not sorry. We are gamers, after all.  We peek inside The world's nostalgia kick: Music Festivals, Bad concert etiquette, and Tumblr.  Then we venture into the dead eyes and low motivation of Tim Cooks's checkered flag waving. Common man. Then we tumble into celebrities and racing.  Find us @thertfmpodcast on social platforms. 

    The Resurrection of free time?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 93:00


    Joe and Jake discuss the end of this year's wedding season and the return of extra free time. No, we are not on some lady whistle-down type shit. Joe tells us about his new guilty pleasure.......mobile games. We express our opinions about MEME LORD troll Elon Musk, his twitter purchase, and the charge for verification. Jake gets happy about the possibility of a vine resurrection, like when he orders a cheeseburger. Jake rants about sports..........GO SPORTS...... Hit us up on our socials @thertfmpodcast

    The Super Cereal Cast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 102:19


    WELL HELLO THERE! Alright, I think this one goes off the rails a little bit, and gets a tad serious. Jake and Joe are both in moods and might project a little, so be prepared. We also talk about some recent internet drama, and an interesting encounter at Target. Quick reminder that there will not be a podcast next week due to Jake's wedding, but we will resume the following week! Follow us on our socials at @theRTFMpodcast!

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    Technically, We Have No Clue

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 73:42


    Oh boy, another rambly podcast with no clear point. Hey, it happens, life is nuts right now! We talk technology and go down the rabbit hole of some older tech, and then talk about bullying boomers on facebook. Follow us on our socials @theRTFMpodcast

    Chafed Thighs with a Side of Fries

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 95:34


    Oh lawd, the boys are back. After a little longer than anticipated break, we discuss our recent trips, while going off on our usual tangents. Follow us on our socials @theRTFMpodcast

    I see London, I see France, Jake and Joe are wearing their travel Pants.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 76:23


    Man what a lame title. Kinda catchy tho. Yes yes yes, there will be a two week hiatus as Joe and Jake hop on planes and go to exotic destinations. We review our labour day weekends, attempt to stick to our notes, and fall down rabbit holes. Man we are good at that. Please give us a follow on our socials @thertfmpodcast

    Section 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 78:47


    Jake and Joe almost forgot what day it was when they recorded this podcast. Not too bad for off the cuff podcast conversations. Joe and Jake recap Jake Bachelor Party shenanigans. Which include the amazing Luxe Golf driving range, The Milwaukee Milkmen (AKA SWEET TEETS) game, and a little adventure to the Umbrella bar. The upcoming travel of Jake and Joe is also discussed. This means there will most likely be no episodes for 09/13 and 09/20. Listen to find out where these lovely hunks are going. As always thank you for being a listener. Please like, follow, and subscribe to our social @thertfmpodcast

    The Challenge Resumes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 100:06


    This week, we deal with a few technical difficulties, but we ramble about some scambaiting, talk about undergarment gnomes, and issue a challenge to each other. Follow us on our socials and please share with your friends! @theRTFMpodcast

    Blizzards and Balls

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 68:11


    Boy oh boy folks, we are semi unhinged with a dangerous mix of overtired. This week, Joe has finally overcome his procrastination and created our new intro music, and we hope you like it! We talk about the Wisconsin State Fair and all the weirdness that comes with it, as well as the Bachelor Party Joe is planning. We go in on some other fun topics as well as we dive into this poorly planned, remote episode. Please share with your friends, follow us on our socials, and enjoy out latest episode! @theRTFMpodcast on Twitter and Instagram.

    The Road Rage Page

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 84:27


    Planes, trains and automobiles..... Episode 7 turned into the road rage cast.  Jake and Joe drive down a road with bad drivers.......physics experiments with vehicles, and a**holes. Jake got some flats.  We also discuss the terrible state of Wisconsin roads. Folks you might want to consider an SUV or Truck when driving in Wisconsin.    @thertfmpodcast 

    It's Not Delivery, It's Drugs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 99:19


    Joe and Jake return to an in person recording because Joe survived covid........ and cracked out doordash drivers. Jake found his calling as a DJ Khalid impersonator......yikes as he recaps his Golden Birthday. We also discuss a topic everyone can relate to.....GETTING NOTICED IN PUBLIC..... man we are to sarcastic for this. You know where it is @thertfmpodcast

    STAY GOLDEN DOGGY BOI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 78:44


    For the 2nd week in a row we are remote. Joe is feeling a bit under the weather and you can hear it in his voice.  In this episode we jet down the rabbit hole about Joe's encounter with some Mennonite's to get a dog.  Yes Joe got a doggo  Jake attempted to put his scholarly hat on and explain the differences between Mennonite's and the Amish. Per the usual he got distracted (he knows his stuff but his attention span is hit or miss)  Jake has his Golden birthday and birthday party this coming weekend and he hints at his outfit and potentially a new drunk alter ego. God help us. The dude already has 5.  Also we cover how 2022 has yielded the death of a crowd favorite. Klondike why have you forsaken us?  For those who want a visual reference to our Ghost discussion https://ghost-official.com Hit us up on our socials @thertfmpodcast 

    Exhaustion and Nostalgia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 63:48


    Hey OHHHHH........ man the title of this episode kinda sounds like an 2007 emo song.  Joe and Jake are back for the 4th week in a row.  Welcome to the episode where we fight through existential exhaustion and take a small journey down nostalgia lane.  Drop a comment on one of our socials @thertfmpodcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook and let us know what your favorite nostalgia item(s) are.  If you want to watch the video we mentioned in the cast follow this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsLJZyih3Ac&t=134s As always Read the F*cking Manual 

    Cynicism, it's what's for dinner.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 81:58


    Reddit failed us in our pursit of hawt n phresh internet responses. Joe and Jake embarked on cynical path about the internet and how it has enhanced and degraded the human condition.   Enjoy our whale squeaks in this vast internet ocean.  Hit us up on our socials @thertfmpodcast. We would love your feedback. 

    4th of July Radio Shack Cries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 79:08


    Two things: 1) Let's all agree that the 4th of July should not be on a Monday.  2) Old brands that have died should not be resurrected to be internet MEME lord cannon fader...... Cough, Cough, Radio Shack, Cough  In this episode we recap our 4th of July weekends, more internet garbage and scratch the surface on life without social media. Yes your ears are blessed. 

    STATE OF THE MANUAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 104:38


    Welcome back. We've missed doing this and you.  This episode is to re-introduce the podcast and ourselves to the world. Bare with us as we re-acclimate ourselves to writing, recording, and editing.  For our OG listeners this podcast will feel similar to past episodes.  We hope you enjoy!  Follow us on our socials @thertfmpodcast

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