Try To Keep Up

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Longtime friends Tina Calvano, Chris Herre, Becca Orner, and Dan Wanner get together weekly to participate in their favorite activity: arguing about dumb stuff.

Tina Calvano, Chris Herre, Dan Wanner, Becca Orner


    • Dec 29, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 32 EPISODES


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    100 Pounds & Senior Superlatives

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 26:06


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca are up to something today...there first argument happens before the theme song even plays! Then the Trypod gang discusses how much money they would need to gain 100 pounds and come at Tina during Am I The Asshole.  Finally,  it's a battle of the sexes once again during the Last Call as the squad argues about the friend zone. 

    Cheese, Bread, or Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 32:22


    After a brief back due to some technical difficulties, the Trypod gang is back! First, Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca debate if they'd be able to survive in solitude for a month. Then, we dive into our first Am I The Asshole from our own lives when the crew argues whether or not Dan is the asshole for trying to skip recording. Finally, we decide if we'd rather give up gluten or dairy in the Last Call. 

    Fighting Celebs & Roasting Girlfriends

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 31:00


    Ronnie is back for another episode and is ready for a pod takeover after two weeks. The Trypod gang debate whose celeb talent they would fight to have. Then, AITA has us arguing over when it is too early to roast your friend's significant other. Finally, we end with a Last Call question about sleeping with a co-worker and manscaping. 

    Mr. One Sip & Pulling Celebrities

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 26:49


    It took a couple seasons, but our most requested guest finally made it to the pod! Ronnie (aka Mr. One Sip) joins Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca to argue over which celebrity they are capable of pulling. Then, they discuss overbearing mothers in AITA and finish with Last Calls ranging from the best social media to finally deciding if size matters. 

    Inanimate Objects & Popsicles

    Play Episode Play 29 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 29:46


    Tina, Chris, Becca, and Dan are back are ready to argue before the episode even begins this week! First, the Trypod gang debate which inanimate object they would be for a day and which object they would bring to life. Then, they debate the finer details of popsicle sharing during AITA before diving in to holiday etiquette 

    No Air & Hugs

    Play Episode Play 29 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 24:28


    The TTKU gang is back and kicks off this episode debating whether they would rather give up food, sleep, or air. Then, in a new "Am I The Asshole" segment Tina, Chris, Becca, and Dan go over the pros and cons of giving someone a hug (spoiler: we're not into it). Finally, the Last Call addresses having sex with your pet in the room and going out to eat alone. 

    Philly Sports & Terminal Illness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 21:04


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca are back for season 3! The gang begins by ranking their favorite Philly sports teams (Go Birds!). Then, we introduce our new segment sponsored by Reddit and their "Am I The Asshole" feed. Finally, this week's last calls range from gaucho pants to the Muppets. PS: Everyone go yell at Dan for sitting too  far away from his mic. 

    Last Calls & Season Finales

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 30:02


    After a few weeks off, the Trypod gang is back for one last episode in Season 2! Tina, Chris, Becca, and Dan decide to switch things up and answer a whole episode's worth of Last Call questions. 

    Cheaters & Velveeta

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 29:46


    The Trypod gang is back!! Well, three out of four. Tina, Chris, and Dan are joined by their bestie Sam to debate a topic near and dear to Chris's heart: mac n cheese. Then, they discuss whether or not they would take back a significant other who cheated and take a trip down memory lane during the Last Call. 

    TTKU JR: Time Travel & Genital Nicknames

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 14:48


    It's a TTKU Takeover! After the Trypod Gang went a little too hard on Cinco De Mayo, they decided to hand off recording duties to Chris's younger brother, Kyle, and his homies Kylie, Steve, and Jaywags. The new TTKU Jr. gang discuss what time period they would most like to live in and debate the best and worst names for genitalia (NSFP!).  But don't worry, Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca will be back next week!

    Seven Sins & Sexy Polar Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 24:00


    In the spirit of roasting each other, Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca discuss which of the 7 Deadly Sins each person displays the most. Then, the Trypod argues whether they would rather sleep with an animal or have everyone think they did and we all learn way too much about Tan Dan. Finally, loyalties are tested during the Last Call. 

    Friendly Hookups & Carnival Food

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 28:18


    As Hot Girl Summer approaches, the Trypod irons out some important ground rules as they debate whether or not its okay to hook up with your friends. Then, they dive back into their childhood to discuss their favorite and least favorite Fair Foods. Extra time means a couple Last Call questions and the topics range from dogs in muzzles to legal drinking age. 

    Gold Diggers & TV Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 26:31


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca ask the question we've all been thinking about since Kanye dropped his hit in middle school: is it okay to be a gold digger? Then the Trypod decides what three TV shows they would watch for the rest of their lives, and answer enough Last Call questions until this episode becomes NSFP (not safe for parents). 

    Android vs. IPhone & Spooky Encounters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 34:10


    Special guest Heather joins Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca for the argument Dan's been preparing for since we launched: Android vs. IPhone! Then, the Trypod debates whether they are more likely to meet a ghost or an alien and finishes with a Last Call that's all about getting a little too close with your BFF's family. 

    Animal Fights & Pizza Palooza

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 32:50


    The Trypod debates which animals they could each take in a fight before arguing about all things pizza related! During the Last Call, Tina takes on Chris, Dan, and Becca in the battle between public school and private school. 

    Books vs. Movies & Petty Curses

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 25:32


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca are back to argue about some more dumb stuff! First, they jump into the classic debate about whether movies or books are the superior storytelling tool. Then, the Trypod gang reveals which petty curse they would love to inflict on their worst enemy and finish off the episode with a record-breaking number of Last Call questons. 

    Career Changes & Dragon Birthdays

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 25:50


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca argue about whether they want to be a pirate, vampire, or cowboy. Then, they tackle the question that's been on everyone's mind: can a dragon blow out their own birthday candles? Then the Trypod finishes off with a Last Call where they debate if WaWa or Dunkin' has the better coffee. 

    Lightning McQueen and Ketchup Smoothies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 25:57


    Tina, Chris, Becca, and Dan get heated about Cars and then argue about whether ketchup can be considered a smoothie. Then, the Trypod ranks some of their favorite desserts in the last call. Could this be our first SFP (safe for parents) episode?

    Body Swaps & Living Alone

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 29:28


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca are back to argue the benefits of being rich and alone. Then, they answer the most uncomfortable question on the podcast so far and end with a Last Call that attempts to clarify what it really means to be "talking."

    Sex Tapes & Wings

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 27:26


    Tina, Chris, Dan, and Becca (newly demoted) kick off season 2 with a classic argument: drums or flats. Then, the gang debates the pros and cons of filming and releasing your own sex tape. Finally, we learn how many kids the Trypod thinks they can take in a fight during the Last Call. 

    Bikini Bottom & Season Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 24:01


    The Trypod is joined by Becca Orner once again and starts off their season 1 finale with a game featuring some of their favorite animated characters. Then, they reflect on their favorite TTKU moments and finish up with a last call that has them arguing which channel had the better kids shows, Disney or Nickelodeon. 

    Christmas Special: Movies, Music, & Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 27:56


    It's the Trypod Christmas special! Tina, Chris, and Dan are joined by their favorite snack coordinator Becca to debate all things Christmas. 

    Socks In Bed & How To Get Away With Murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 42:50


    Tina, Chris, and Dan are back to discuss all things socks: who wears them to sleep, who wears them during sex, and who puts them on before pants. Then, the Trypod discuss how they would successfully get away with murder. Finally, a plethora of Last Call questions that range from best holidays to sleeping with your best friend's ex!

    Psychics & Soupy Cereal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 42:33


    Our first virtually recorded episode is brought to you by Covid-19 and Tina's bad internet connection! The Trypod discusses if psychics exist  (including Tina's secret talent) and argue over whether cereal can be classified as a soup. Then, figure out what Tina, Chris, and Dan would bring with them to a deserted island!

    Thanksgiving Treats & Calling Him Daddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 31:09


    Tina, Chris, and Dan share their favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving food before debating the merits of saying "Daddy" and "Mommy" in the bedroom. Finally, the Trypod goes into way too much detail about their shower habits during the Last Call. 

    Killing A Killer & The Five Senses

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 32:52


    Special guest host Dave Demers stops by to argue the morality of murdering a murderer. Then, the Trypod debates which of the five senses they are willing to give up and discuss their bathroom habits in The Last Call.

    Fast Food Showdown & Chocolate vs. Vanilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 34:58


    We finally have our first ever guest host! Chris's brother Kyle stops by to debate which fast food place is a cut above the rest and to settle the battle between chocolate and vanilla. The Last Call takes a surprising turn this week when our manager freestyles her own question.

    Stripper Weddings & Freaky Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 37:16


    Tina, Chris, and Dan throw it back to one of the arguments that inspired Try To Keep Up: would you marry a stripper? Then, the Trypod discusses who they would switch places with for a day and debate if they'd rather be attractive or intelligent during The Last Call.

    Halloween Special: Horror Movies, Death, and Circus Peanuts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 29:50


    Tina, Chris, and Dan are back with a special spooky edition of Try To Keep Up! The gang discusses who would die first in a scary movie and whether they would prefer to know how or when they're going to die. In honor of Chris's favorite holiday, this episode features TWO Last Call questions that have the Trypod debating the best Halloween candy and movies. 

    Deep Ocean, Outer Space, & People Getting Fat

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 21:58


    Tina, Chris, and Dan argue whether they are more afraid of space or the ocean before fighting about the best way to tell your significant other thay're gaining weight. Plus, learn why Tan Dan can't breather in the Last Call.

    Wrong Orders & Porn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 20:58


    The Trypod debates whether or not to send their food back if a restaurant messes up their order and argues the merits of doing porn if you need money. Plus, learn who George Franklin is in this week's Last Call. 

    Teaser: Rank the Seasons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 5:48


    In this preview for Try To Keep Up, Tina, Chris, and Dan argue about which season is supreme.

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