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Welcome to Too Noobs Talking! The terrific trio of hosts (John Tracey, Matt Craig and Steve Murray) covers any topic from the world of science, sports, media, politics, entertainment and culture. Nothing is off limits, but we approach each story from a unique 30,000 foot view. You can check us out on our YouTube channel (@TooNoobsTalking), where all of our episodes drop on Wednesday nights. You can also find us on your favorite listening devices on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeart Radio. So, what are you waiting for? Check us out and join our conversation!

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    Episode 202 - "That'll Be $4.99 to Use Your Mouse This Month...K, Thanks Logitech"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 81:17


    With John on a well deserved vacation, Matt and Steve present a tech heavy episode of Too Noobs Talking! In this week's episode, Google gets judged (rightly) for violating anti-trust laws and setting up a monopoly as the default search engine by a US District judge, Logitech may push for a "forever" mouse billed by subscription (yikes) and AI might be coming to a dentist's chair near you. Matt and Steve then conclude the episode by talking about their top 5 TV shows, movies and video games of all time.

    Episode 201 - "Best of the Lesser Known Olympics"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 85:57


    In this weekly episode of Too Noobs Talking, the guys have an encouraging piece of news involving Navy SEAL officers getting their day in court over the "Fauci-ouchie". Then, Ford Motor attempts another curious patent involving cameras and catching speeding motorists on American roadways, a teenager causes and films a train derailment for....reasons...and finally, the guys talk about some of the more "lesser known" Olympic sporting events taking place in some smelly French capital city.

    Episode 200 - "Too Noobs Hits 200 (!), But It's the Same Ol' Joe Biden"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 99:45


    It's the "bicentennial" episode of Too Noobs Talking! For this momental episode, the guys talk about the current state of the Democratic party after President Biden stepped down from running for re-election. Then, a "Jam It In There" segment involving the airline industry, food shortages at the Olympic Games in Paris, and the guys digitally fight each other in a triple threat match via "Wrestlemania 2000" on the Nintendo 64 to see who is the best host.

    Episode 199 - "Elon's Headin' Down to Texas, Tryin' to See if He Can't Unwind"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 78:27


    In this 200th episode-eve of Too Noobs, the guys talk about Elon Musk's decision to move the HQ offices of both X and SpaceX from California to Texas in lieu of Governor Newsom's controversial school bill involving "gender affirming care". Then, a wind turbine blade breaks off near the Nantucket coast, NASA considers space suits for its astronauts that may recycle urine into potable water, and the guys conclude the episode by taking a stab at 4 different sports quizzes from yardbarker.com.

    Episode 198 - "WURD to Your Mother on Biden's Phony Interview Tour"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 94:42


    In the 198th edition of Too Noobs, the hosts give a great big pat on the back and complement the leadership of WURD radio station in Philadelphia for standing on First Amendment principles regarding a recent interview with President Biden. Then, general foolishness and bewwwwwbery is a foot, as the guys "Jam It In There" with 3 administrative state tomfoolery. Finally, Matt presents "The Weird File" with two unique cars that hit American roadways recently, and the guys "play god" by banishing items from 2024 while attempting to bring back an item (or two...or more) from the 1980s. Let's fire up that DeLorean, Marty!

    Episode 197 - "If It's Not Crap, Watch Real Cinema"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 82:39


    In the 197th episode of Too Noobs, Michael Rooker and Morgan Freeman rail against TikTok for causing cinema audiences to have short attention spans and for allowing an AI-deepfake impersonation video to be posted, respectively. Then, the guys debate whether or not cyclists should follow all traffic laws in Pennsylvania instead of rolling through stop signs, and it's Matt against Steve once again, this time with John hosting "The Price Is Right" with MLB ticket and concession prices. Who will come closest without going over?

    Episode 196 - "Too Noobs Presents: 2024 Bash at the Beach"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 79:12


    With Steve on vacation, John and Matt bring the 196th edition of Too Noobs by talking about the darkness of social media and how to avoid the pitfalls using it. Then, the FDA slaps Bimbo Bakeries with a warning to the company to correct its allergy labels, and 40% of electric vehicles owners now want to switch back to gas-powered cars. Finally, John and Matt tag team to talk about the pro wrestling industry's recent boom period.

    Episode 195 - "Surgeon General's Warning: Too Noobs May be Hazardous to Narcissists"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 75:53


    In this week's episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk over U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's suggestion to put warning labels on social media to help improve the mental health of kids and youth adults. Then, Stonehenge in the UK gets defaced by morons, the guys wonder if they feel 10 years older than they actually are (?), and conclude the episode by looking back and remembering some of the more iconic sports highlights (with a little Philly flair).

    Episode 194 - "No Thanks Paris, We'll Bring Our Own A/C to the Olympics"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 79:20


    In the 194th edition of Too Noobs, the guys discuss a bizarre request from the Paris Olympic Committee involving units with 12,000 BTUs of raw cooling power! Then, more silliness in the world of business as Coldstone Creamery faces a class action law suit and Wells Fargo fires 12 "mouse jigglers" and Harvard goes all "National Enquirer" involving aliens. Finally, the guys put together their own "Mount Rushmore" of Philly athletes for the city's four major teams.

    Episode 193 - "Taxing Bodycams on Weiners....or Something Like That"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 78:59


    In this weekly episodic video of Too Noobs, the guys laugh over the state government of California's recent attempt to tax electric vehicle owners after cutting off internal combustion engine revenue streams. Then, retailers TJ Maxx & Marshall's have their workers wear body cameras to help catch shoplifters, Steve shares some hot dog cooking tips with July 4th around the corner, and finally the guys do a 16-animal tournament to find the top predator in the animal kingdom.

    Episode 192 - "The Law and Order Episode (with Hangman!)"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 73:47


    In this weekly episode of Too Noobs, the guys tackle a few "law and order" themed stories - first, two unlikely allies in the NRA & ACLU score a unanimous Supreme Court decision! Then, New Jersey shore city mayors declare state of emergencies from the Memorial Day holiday due to unruly teenagers, and a curious Louisiana state law that arbitrarily sets a 25 foot gap between cops and onlookers of a crime gives John COVID flashbacks. Finally, Matt and John face off in a game of "hangman" - who comes out on top?

    Episode 191 - "Don't Be Offended, but a Justice-Impacted Individual is on the Loose!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 85:52


    In the 191st edition of Too Noobs, the guys review a recent Illinois state House bill that reclassifies offenders of the law as "justice impacted individuals" (and wonder why Illinois legislatures have lost their minds). Then, millennials might be taking "quiet vacations" by not telling their bosses (?), Live Nation gets sued by the DOJ (much to John's delight), and it's Matt vs. Steve in Seinfeld trivia!

    Episode 190 - "Sick of EVs? Now They Make You Sick"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 88:51


    In this episode of Too Noobs, the guys find yet another article on electric vehicle problems, as some passengers are being diagnosed with motion sickness. Then, McDonalds attempts to lower prices due to inflation but only "for a limited time", an artificial intelligence robot gives a commencement speech, and finally the guys complete a tournament to determine who was the worst Philadelphia sports draft pick.

    Episode 189 - "(No) Hope for your Philadelphia 76ers?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 117:04


    In the 189th edition of Too Noobs, the guys discuss a recent article that highlights a troubling trend of kids skipping schools on Friday for "mental health days" in the UK. Then, the "Jam It In There" segment returns highlighting some weird trials & tribulations in the airline industry, a brutal review of the Philadelphia 76ers season (yet again), and misery loves company as the guys do a 16 team (?) tournament to "crown" the worst Philadelphia sports contract in recent history.

    Episode 188 - "College Gone Wild: 'Protest' Edition"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 92:19


    In this wild and wooly episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk about the recent chaos over the protests happening at many of the Ivy League colleges and universities of "higher learning" over the Israel & Hamas conflict. Then, Wally the alligator has gone missing in Georgia, a Pennsylvania state resident gets socked with a $34 billion state tax bill, and John determines if Steve & Matt have what to takes to create a wrestler that can compete against "The American Dragon".

    Episode 187 - "Trump: Give Me Immunity or Give Me Some"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 74:58


    In this episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk about Donald Trump's legal team giving oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court on whether a president has absolute legal immunity (yikes!). Then, the U.S. airline industry gets gut-punched as the Department of Transportation requires automatic refunds for cancelled flights, San Francisco's light rail system uses 1980s floppy disks to run their system in the return of the "Weird File", and the guys determine the best mascot not named "The Phanatic" or "Gritty" in a 16-team tournament.

    Episode 186 - "Caitlin Clark, the WNBA, and Economics 101"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 108:04


    In this episode of Too Noobs, the terrific trio of hosts discuss the not so shocking story of NPR having a lack of "diverse opinions" in their newsroom, Jontay Porter gets banned for life from the NBA and the "supposed controversy" over Caitlin Clark's new annual salary for the WNBA. Then, the Flyers 2023-24 season gets reviewed, and another tournament is worked through as the guys determine which Philly team in recent history should've not broken our hearts and won the title....like they should have....damn it all.

    Episode 185 - "Revisiting O.J. Simpson and the Circus"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 80:34


    In this weekly episode of Too Noobs, the guys reminisce on O.J. Simpson's bizarre and tragic life, including his murder and civil trials, and how the U.S. media changed its reporting after the trials were over. Then, a little baseball talk - is the pitch clock at fault for so many pitcher injuries, or is something else causing these injuries to happen? Finally, the "jam it in there" segment returns with 3 Batman related stories, and Matt vs. John in a game of Jeopardy!: Who will come out on top?

    Episode 184 - "Horrors of the U.S. Healthcare System"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 81:00


    In this episode of Too Noobs, a former surgeon general gets a dose (no pun intended) of reality after an overnight stay in the hospital and the state California be dummin' with a preposterous and artificial cost of living increase to their minimum wage. Then, the "Jam it in There" segment returns with 3 space-related stories, and Matt and Steve continue their rivalry by playing "Family Feud" with John serving as host!

    Episode 183 - "PA Voted for State Candy, All Other States Can Suck It"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 96:17


    In the 183rd weekly edition of Too Noobs, the guys talk about the troubling aspect of sports gambling involving NCAA athletes. Then, the Pennsylvania State House votes on Hershey's Kisses to be the first state candy in the nation, the NFL owners pass two new rules for the 2024 season, and John provides a fun surprise to Steve and Matt in the form of a single elimination tournament to determine the best Crayon color. Who will come out on top?

    Episode 182 - "Apple Goes to Jail, Does Not Pass Go or Collect $200"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 87:19


    In this newly minted episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk over the Justice Department's lawsuit against Apple for illegally attempting to monopolize the smartphone market. Then, tragedy from the NHL world as former enforcer Chris Simon commits suicide with CTE likely the cause. On a lighter note to close the episode, the hosts attempt to predict the 2024 Philadelphia Phillies season, and Matt lobs some sports trivia questions to John and Steve.

    Episode 181 - "Butt Touching Robot"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 80:07


    In this scandalous episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk about the U.S. House's efforts to ban TikTok nationwide due to ongoing security and data privacy concerns. Then, Boeing airplanes: What the hell?, an AI robot in Saudi Arabia commits sexual harassment to a female reporter at a convention, and Steve's brain teasers confuse and confound Matt and John (in a good way!).

    Episode 180 - "Give Your Right Arm for Football"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 84:28


    In the 180th iteration of Too Noobs, the guys discuss the recent propositions listed on the ballot in San Francisco to help the city recover from its excrement epidemic - some hope on the horizon? Then, the guys question the NFL's decision making in not moving the Dolphins-Chiefs playoff game as some KC fans are still suffering frostbite, give thanks and remember Chris Mortensen and Jason Kelce's careers in the NFL, and John performs a random Q&A on Steve and Matt.

    Episode 179 - "If A Fraudster Chucks a Christmas Tree, Does It Make a Sound?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 77:37


    In this week's episode of Too Noobs, the guys review and discuss a recent poll that showed 33% of Americans thinking that the 1st Amendment goes "too far" and that certain speech should be stopped. Then, a mom loses her disability claim after participating in a Christmas tree tossing competition, the Phillies toss out their beloved "Dollar Dog Night" promotion, and the guys toss out some of their favorite Arnold Schwarzenegger moments in a themed "Oscars" segment.

    Episode 178 - "Let's Rewrite History with Google gEmiNi"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 116:39


    In this feature length episode of Too Noobs, the guys laugh over Google Gemini's trials & tribulations of displaying "woke" tendencies with its image search engine. Then, a teen prankster in Australia gets justice served to him (not before he cries foul), the all-star games in the 4 major American sports leagues all get the "Too Noobs fixed!" treatment, and the NHL Stadium Series jerseys all get reviewed - have the NHL teams hit, or missed?

    Episode 177 - "Elon 'Rust' and bright futures"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 67:22


    In this week's episode of Too Noobs (with Steve out coaching hockey this week), the original hosts of John and Matt discuss recent comments made by Flyers head coach John Tortorella wondering about the current "dumb" mindset of the young NHL players. Then, adaptive driving beam headlights for cars could help improve driving at night (but why is the US government slow to react to this new feature?), a robotaxi is vandalized and destroyed in San Francisco, and some Cybertrucks (worth $100,000+) are becoming prone to rust.

    Episode 176 - "Drivin with the Top Down, My Apple Vision Pro On..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 73:04


    In this 176th edition of Too Noobs, the guys rightly skewer and destroy the writers of Deadspin for being racist bullies after their company is being sued for defaming a 9-year-old kid wearing Native American garb at a Kansas City Chiefs game in November. Then, the hosts talk over a bizarre story of a corporate finance worker issuing $25 million to someone deepfaking as their CFO via video-conference call, discuss whether or not the Apple Vision Pro is worth it (spoilers: it's not), and Steve & Matt attempt to bring John back from the brink concerning whether or not John's phone is listening to him or not. Will Steve & Matt be successful? 

    Episode 175 - "Pigeon Relieved After Being Cleared of Espionage Charges"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 76:04


    In yet another crazy and fun episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss the recent bumbling and stumbling by President Biden over the southern border, then blitz through three articles on the trials & tribulations of electric vehicles so far this winter. Then, a pigeon gets detained in India for being suspected of espionage.... (no words).... and conclude the episode on answering some Super Bowl trivia questions.

    Episode 174 - "Have your Pocket Constitution Ready: The FBI comes a knockin!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 75:01


    In this newly minted weekly episode of Too Noobs, Steve and Matt discuss an astonishing case involving the 9th "Circus" Court calling out the FBI over violating the 4th Amendment. Then, the horrible 2023-24 winter season continues for electric vehicles, PETA wants to ditch Groundhog Day with a giant gold coin (huh?), and finally, Steve and Matt offer some advice on how we can improve our etiquette with airplane travel.

    Episode 173 - Eagles (Garbage) Season in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 90:14


    In this (admittedly) downer of an episode of Too Noobs, the guys lament over a lost 2023 Philadelphia Eagles season and think over ways how the football team can bounce back in 2024. Then, electric vehicles have a devil of a time getting start in the cold this winter, the feds decide to make another dumb move getting rid of road signs that make you laugh, and conclude the episode by offering some practical tips on how to value-shop in this "Bidenomics" era the country is in.

    Episode 172 - "Quitter Gauthier, Fraudulent ESPN Awards, and More Disturbing Stories"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 89:19


    In this newly minted episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss and react to the Flyers' shocking trade of Cutter Gauthier, laugh over once-proud ESPN and their pathetic attempts to win Emmy awards, seriously wonder over a very odd sighting of a 10 foot....thing....in Brazil....and then conclude by conducting a think piece on truth telling vs. lying in the culture

    Episode 171 - "Theory: Dinosaurs Screwing Us Over 65 Million Years Later"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 79:40


    For the 171st episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss a trio of "people being dumb and silly" stories involving a curious lawsuit lobbed at Hersheys, NYC being NYC on New Years Eve, and Michiganders memorializing a pothole. Then, an interesting story involving glow-in-the-dark road markings have the guys wondering why this hasn't been released in the US. Finally, a scientist theorizes that humans would be living longer if not for the dinosaurs pulling the whole "going extinct" card, and another Batman movie draft is conducted with the guys being in charge of their own movies.

    Episode 170 - "The Year 2024: We are drinking from the sewer"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 73:11


    Welcome to the start of a new year with Too Noobs! In this inaugural episode for 2024, the guys review the latest political insanity over the "Orange Man" and the 14th Amendment, wonder if Chick-fil-A will open on Sundays in the state of New York, worry over Californians having to resort to drinking toilet water, and finally (to save Matt's sanity) discuss changes they would make to any of the top 4 American sports leagues.

    Episode 169 - "It's a Clip Show!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 100:08


    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Too Noobs Talking! For our final episode of the year, the guys gathered together all of the crazy stories & takes from 2023. Enjoy, and we look forward to 2024 with all of you!

    Episode 168 - "Attack of the Giant Christmas Goldfish"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 97:46


    Behold the final full episode of Too Noobs for 2023! In this episode, the hosts talk about UK Prime Minister Sunak's astonishing and truthful testimony, a sports themed "Jam It In There" segment on Shohei Ohtani's contract, Florida State getting booted from the College Football Playoff, and Patrick Mahomes' "heel turn". Then, the guys turn to another "weird file" with massive goldfish invading the Great Lakes, and conclude 2023 by sharing their favorite (and hated) Christmas songs. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

    Episode 167 - "Goose Jackets and Chipotle: The Fall of Western Civilization"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 82:30


    For this "apocalypse inducing" episode of Too Noobs, the guys review an article from the NTSB calling for intelligence speed assistance technology to reduce speed in new cars along with the recent span of thefts to Canada Goose brand jackets in Washington DC. Then, hopes are raised when a judge in Parma issues a terrific sentence to a "Karen" who lost her mind at a Chipotle restaurant, and laugh over another NASA crew member inadvertently losing a toolbox in space just outside of the International Space Station.

    Episode 166 - "Meta, AI and Beavers...Oh My!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 85:20


    In this week's episode of Too Noobs, the guys talk about the ongoing Meta lawsuit by discussing a recently unsealed court document that sheds a (wonderfully) horrible light on the company. Then, "fake news" takes on a whole new meaning at Sports Illustrated, beavers have a go at munching on DC's prized cherry trees, and does John advocate for self-checkout lines to be installed everywhere? Topic 1 article: https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/26/business/meta-collecting-data-children-facebook/index.html Topic 2 article: https://futurism.com/sports-illustrated-ai-generated-writers Topic 3 article: https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/timber-beavers-gnawing-at-dcs-cherry-trees-nps-says-no-cause-for-concern/ Topic 4 article: https://news.yahoo.com/is-it-time-to-end-self-checkout-for-shoppers-211009966.html

    Episode 165 - "Lonesome on Thanksgiving? Head to the ER!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 85:57


    Welcome to the 165th edition of Too Noobs! In this episode, the guys dive in to the "leftovers" from the Thanksgiving holiday by discussing director Christopher Nolan and Guillermo del Toro's recent comments on saving physical copies of movies, and debate if the WHO can combat loneliness (ha). Then, the gents offer practical tips on how to avoid trips to the ER during the holiday season, and then "Jam It In There" with 3 separate NFL stories that happened over the last week. Topic 1 article - https://variety.com/2023/film/news/christopher-nolan-streaming-films-danger-risk-pulled-1235802476/ Topic 2 article - https://people.com/who-declares-loneliness-pressing-health-threat-launches-commission-8403598 Topic 3 article - https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/why-some-people-end-up-in-the-er-on-thanksgiving-how-to-stay-safe-140056397.html Topic 4 articles - https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/22/sport/tom-brady-nfl-mediocrity-spt-intl?cid=external-feeds_iluminar_yahoo https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/bernard-williams-on-eagles-cutting-him-at-age-51-i-had-no-idea-i-was-still-on-the-roster https://sports.yahoo.com/former-lions-qb-scott-mitchell-goes-off-after-barry-sanders-doc-rips-eminem-and-jeff-daniels-201227636.html

    Episode 164 - "The Las Vegas A's and Other Things That Ruin Your Day"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 90:50


    Happy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners to Too Noobs! In this episode (while John continues his "magical work tour"), Steve and Matt talk about a very bizarre story involving Volkswagen's customer service department and a kidnapping (yikes), and react over former NFL sideline reporter Charrisa Thompson's claim that she made up stories after halftime, along with Joe Burrow's wrist injury that might not have been reported by the Bengals prior to the game. Then, the guys lament over the Oakland A's leaving for Las Vegas in 2025, and debut a new segment named "This or That" involving brand choices. #podcast #thanksgiving #volkswagen #nfl #oaklandathletics #thisorthat Topic 1 article - https://news.yahoo.com/illinois-family-couldnt-gps-data-154211450.html?guccounter=1 Topic 2 article (Charissa Thompson) - https://awfulannouncing.com/nfl/charissa-thompson-sideline-reports.html Topic 2 article (Joe Burrow / NFL investigation) - https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-will-investigate-why-joe-burrow-wasnt-listed-on-the-bengals-injury-report-152810061.html Topic 3 article - (Oakland A's relocation a done deal) - https://nypost.com/2023/11/16/sports/oakland-as-officially-relocating-to-las-vegas-after-unanimous-vote/

    Episode 163 - "Breaking: Dinos Bit the (Tiny) Dust"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 97:03


    With John out on a work-related tour in North Carolina, Steve and Matt guide you through another great episode of Too Noobs! For starters, the guys talk about the UK Parliament debating a potential ban of cigarettes by raising the legal smoking age for one year every year starting at kids aged 14 and under. Then, are the "Swifties" taking over the NFL because the NFL wants more of a mix of races in their audience (spoilers: Huffington Post employs dorks)? Finally, Steve makes fun of a supposed "groundbreaking" study on what killed the dinosaurs, and Matt attempts to butcher "Terminator 2" through his recasting efforts. Enjoy!

    Episode 162 - "Scooped Bagels are WRONG!!!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 72:28


    In this "baseball season complete" episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss a recent Live Science article about solar cycle modeling misfires (no pun intended), review over the latest trade and player controversies involving the NHL's Ottawa Senators, worry over Gritty's safety handling Wally the "emotional support" alligator (among other wild animals), and conclude debating whether or not tipping has been out of control with a recent decision made by DoorDash.

    Episode 161 - "Magical Mushroom Mystery Plane Ride"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 86:56


    For the 161st edition of Too Noobs, the guys discuss a huge lawsuit filed by 42 states against Meta for harming childrens' mental health, discuss the implications of the Federal Reserve lowering debit card swipe fees, debate over whether Roblox's CEO has it right by requiring his office staff to return to the workplace, and "Jam It In There" with 3 separate stories about the airline industry.

    Episode 160 - "Too Noobs' Guide to Lame Vacations and Other Spooky Tales"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 98:12


    Happy Halloween from Too Noobs Talking! In this "spooky" episode, the guys talk about the NIH cutting back on gain of function research (to no one's "horror"), the state of ambition and drive in 2023 has some surprising results in a recent SoFi survey, which tourist traps to avoid, and finally do another movie draft (this time horror themed).

    Episode 159 - "Looking Ugly on Zoom and Other Tribulations of Bigfoot"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 89:24


    Happy anniversary to Too Noobs! In this awesome episode, the guys celebrate and thank our loyal fans for creating 3 years of Too Noobs episodes, then discuss the added cost of coming back into the office (think gas, lunch, breakfast, etc) and wonder if there's validity in a recent report on Zoom's affect on self-esteem. Finally, the guys talk about a recent Bigfoot sighting (much to Matt's skepticism) and debate whether or not MLB has it right with their postseason tournament. #podcast #inflation #zoom #bigfoot #phillies #mlbpostseason Check out https://toonoobstalking.wordpress.com!

    Episode 158 - NSA & AI, Flyers season preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 85:46


    In the 158th weekly episodic edition of Too Noobs Talking, the guys discuss the NSA building an artificial intelligence security center (terminators aren't coming, remember), mourn over the loss of pandas returning to China, "Jam It In There" with 3 very different space stories, and conclude by predicting how well the Philadelphia Flyers will do in the upcoming 2023-24 season.

    Episode 157 - Thefts, China and alligators...oh my!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 87:16


    Welcome to another great episode of Too Noobs! For this week, the guys talk about the recent rash of thefts in major U.S. cities, the concern about China's disinformation campaigns, a 5-foot "emotional support" alligator being denied entry into Citizens Bank Park, and a special sports-themed "Jam It In There" segment.

    Episode 156 - CEO craziness; best sports video game?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 96:31


    This week's episode of Too Noobs Talking have the guys dissecting a recent "foot-in-mouth" comment from another CEO in Australia involving the economy, along with a controversial request from the Mutter museum's head in Philadelphia. After that, the guys talk about Tesla's blatant false advertising of their electric vehicles, and conclude by finding out which is the best sports video game ever....or do they?

    Episode 155 - Biden admin tomfoolery & Barstool burner phones

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 62:34


    For the 155th weekly episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss the Biden administration and the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (....ha) being found to have likely violated the 1st amendment by attempting to manipulate social media companies with their brand of messaging. Next, the guys review Barstool Sports and their burner phone account activity. Finally, a new segment is introduced to Too Noobs called "Jam It In There!" and the guys play "Wrong Answers Only".

    Episode 154 - Prison escape / Superhero baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 72:28


    In this "law & order" episode of Too Noobs, the guys discuss the fiasco of Danelo Cavalcante's prison escape (good news, though: he has been captured on 9/13/23), talk about artificial intelligence being used to create foraging books with some potentially deadly consequences, wonder if it's wise to burrow a hole at the Great Wall of China to get to your workplace (spoilers: no, it's not wise), and create a baseball starting 9 with superheroes.

    Episode 153 - 2023 Philadelphia Eagles prediction

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 83:20


    The 153rd iconic edition of Too Noobs have the guys discussing a ridiculous request by the "Media & Democracy Project" to remove the FCC license from Philadelphia TV station WTXF Fox-29, talk about Biden's "alcohol czar" potentially recommending two drinks per week for men & women for 2025, laugh at a Watusi bull riding shotgun in a car near Nebraska, and humbly submit their predictions for the 2023 Philadelphia Eagles season

    Episode 152 - Conservatorship controversy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 71:48


    The 152nd episode of Too Noobs have the guys talking about the crazy developments in the Michael Oher/Tuohy family conservatorship case, happily report on a resolution to the James Coates saga in Alberta, laugh over some tourism craziness, and wonder if the New York Knicks need to tighten their internal security protocols.

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