John has clogged ear canals, and Jonnie tells a story about a smelly kid from the news. Then the boys discuss their amazement at (older) technology that we take for granted.

Also a conversation about the President, his legacy, and our disappointment with recent events (some of which were happening live as we recorded).

Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Bidet, Mate!™️: “The Only Australian Bidet Company. We clean your land down under. “

John cleans out his garage, while Jonnie makes an internet purchase and gets sucked into a vortex of Facebook “Dad Ads”.

Then, the boys talk about their band days 🎸, and John’s propensity to talk between songs onstage.

Also, a conversation about condemnation and grace.

Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Cottage Cheese™️: “You won’t know we’ve gone bad until it’s too late.”

The boys discuss their (least) favorite Christmas songs, and remember some branding advice they received from a record producer.

Then, a discussion about heretical song lyrics send the boys down a rabbit hole. Plus, a listener question about celebrities who are Christian.

This episode is NOT sponsored by Mistletoe™️: “The only plant with a name that also sounds like a foot disease.”

John and Jonnie talk about the pain of editing, and John has an idea to make a million dollars a year 💰.

Also, a conversation on contentment, joy vs. circumstantial happiness. Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Etch a Sketch®️: “Around here, we draw stairs.”

Jonnie is fascinated by a new scientific development 🧪, and ponders its effects.

Then, a discussion on why music artists generally need to look a certain way to be accepted. Also, a conversation on digital health, and the death of nuance.

Today’s episode is NOT sponsored by Santa Claus®️🎅: “I’m taking the year off. Sorry, kids.”