Digest

The McElroy brothers, known for their comedic podcasting style, tackle a range of listener questions in this episode. They start by addressing the sudden popularity of the nickname "Wolf Wolf" for Travis McElroy, speculating about its origins. The episode then delves into a variety of topics, including the brothers' experience in Detroit, their thoughts on the film "Avengers Endgame," and their humorous take on birdwatching and its association with perverts. Listeners seek advice on how to convince their wives to avoid shark diving, how to interact with geese after a terrifying encounter, and how to offer their Pokemon card collection to their doctor. The episode also features a segment with Jake from "Roll for Sandwich," who assembles a sandwich using ingredients from various fast food restaurants. The brothers offer advice on how to use balloon animal skills to impress adults, and they discuss the humorous anecdote of watching a pirated copy of the film "Surrogates." The episode concludes with a caller seeking advice on how to convince her fiance to let her keep a Shrek sign in their basement bathroom, and another caller expressing his desire to drive a steam engine. Throughout the episode, the McElroy brothers maintain their signature comedic style, offering absurd and often unhelpful advice while poking fun at the situations presented by their listeners.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction, Disclaimer, and "Wolf Wolf"

The McElroy brothers introduce their advice show, emphasizing that they are not experts and their advice should not be taken seriously. They also discuss the sudden popularity of the nickname "Wolf Wolf" for Travis McElroy, speculating about its origins.

00:01:21

Detroit Show and Avengers Endgame

The brothers discuss their experience in Detroit, including a post-show viewing of Avengers Endgame and the awkward encounter with theater staff after the late-night screening.

00:00:30

Birdwatching and Perverts

A listener asks for advice on how to avoid being perceived as a pervert while birdwatching. The brothers discuss the history of birdwatching and its association with perverts.

00:12:21

Convincing Wife to Avoid Shark Diving

A listener seeks help convincing his wife that shark diving is not for him. The brothers offer humorous advice, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.

00:16:50

Geese and Eye Contact

A listener recounts a terrifying encounter with geese after being told not to make eye contact with them. The brothers offer advice on how to interact with geese, emphasizing the importance of establishing dominance.

00:34:42

Roll for Sandwich and Fast Food

Jake from Roll for Sandwich joins the Munch Squad and assembles a sandwich using ingredients from various fast food restaurants. The brothers react to the unusual combination of ingredients.

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Q&A

• How can I avoid being perceived as a pervert while birdwatching?

  The brothers suggest avoiding birdwatching altogether, as it was invented by perverts. They recommend finding a different hobby, or at least being very careful about how you approach birdwatching.

• How can I convince my wife that shark diving is not for me?

  The brothers suggest using humor and logic to persuade your wife. They point out the absurdity of the situation, emphasizing the danger of shark diving and the fact that a cage is necessary for safety.

• How do I act around geese after being attacked by them?

  The brothers advise establishing dominance over the geese by looking them in the eye and asserting your authority. They suggest using phrases like "Cuck, cuck, goose" to intimidate them.

• How can I offer my Pokemon card collection to my doctor without being awkward?

  The brothers recommend avoiding serious buildings like doctor's offices and instead meeting at a neutral, silly location. They also suggest waiting for a bad diagnosis before offering the cards as a distraction.

• How can I use my balloon animal skills to impress adults?

  The brothers suggest making balloon animals out of more lasting materials like pipe cleaners, and presenting them as "balloon animals, but better." They also recommend avoiding making balloon animals in inappropriate settings.

• What is the speaker's analogy between watching a pirated copy of "Surrogates" and seeing an ultrasound photo of a baby?

  The speaker compares the experience of watching a pirated copy to the experience of seeing an ultrasound photo, arguing that both are not the "intended experience" and that they prefer to see things in their "pristine" form.

• How do the hosts respond to the caller's question about convincing her fiance to let her keep the Shrek sign?

  The hosts find the situation humorous and slightly unsettling, suggesting that the sign might actually improve the bathroom's "vibes." They advise the caller to try and make the bathroom less scary overall, which might lead to the fiance accepting the Shrek sign.

• What is the hosts' advice to the caller who wants to drive a steam engine?

  The hosts playfully explore the absurdity of the caller's dream, suggesting that it might be a long con or a prestige move. They ultimately advise him to enjoy the journey and not rush to fulfill his dream.

Show Notes