Episode Details

Santa Rosa shook — literally. This week, I felt a 4.9 earthquake just 4 miles away, followed by aftershocks, weather whiplash, and the unsettling realization that my bed is not as sturdy as I thought.From seismic activity to Dubai chocolate invading Dollar Tree, I break down how something that used to be “luxury imported” is now living next to cough drops for $1.25.We talk new podcast gear, why my Rode Podcaster is still undefeated, and why not every microphone bundle is built the same.Then things get weird.Denny’s has announced Sticky Kicks — $195 sneakers filled with REAL, JIGGLING SYRUP, complete with a clear window so everyone can watch your diabetes slosh while you walk. We unpack why these shoes are impractical, unnecessary, and somehow perfect.There’s also:A scientific study suggesting sniffing your own farts might boost brain power (which legally makes me a genius)The horrifying possibility that my therapist almost received a fart audio file via emailA man finding brand-new toys in a dumpster before ChristmasDiscovery of giant underground tunnels dug by prehistoric sloths built like forklifts with clawsAnd Reddit officially declaring KFC the worst chicken chain in America — while the rest of the world somehow gets gourmet bucketsIt’s earthquakes, ants, syrup, sloths, and one extremely questionable Voice Memo — all in one episode.You’ve been warned.