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Road Work

English, Comedy, 1 seasons, 256 episodes, 10 hours 54 minutes
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America's top two podcast personalities are finally coming together in one podcasting event that will change the way you think about podcasting forever! Like a rock skipping over the placid waters of an alpine lake, Dan and John are all too well aware that this burst of kinetic energy will ultimately deposit them, like all human effort, at rest in the icy depths where no light can penetrate. Until then, they mean to thrill to the chase! To soak up the remaining light and banish thoughts of tomorrow! EXCELSIOR! Please support this show on Patreon. (https://patreon.com/roadwork) Hosted by John Roderick & Dan Benjamin.
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257: Emotional Facts

"I'd be Andrew Carnegie."
02/06/202248 minutes 41 seconds
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256: Side Clothes

What's your klout score?
12/05/202255 minutes 3 seconds
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255: Moving Boulders

Patreon and large rocks.
05/05/202253 minutes 6 seconds
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254: My Little Mule

A lake that has no features.
15/04/202255 minutes 43 seconds
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253: 1997 Problems

It's complicated.
08/04/202242 minutes 20 seconds
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252: A Live Bass

There's no road to the Arctic Circle.
24/03/20221 hour 4 seconds
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251: Dingbats

Privacy.
11/03/202247 minutes 12 seconds
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250: Mannahatta

Subway rides.
03/03/202257 minutes 45 seconds
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249: Bubble Boy

The salad days.
24/02/202249 minutes 50 seconds
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248: The Great Voice of Satan

17/02/20221 hour 8 minutes 1 second
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247: This Is Not Cool, My Friend

Narcan
10/02/20221 hour 1 minute 24 seconds
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246: Frost on the Peaches

Geography.
03/02/20221 hour 13 minutes 50 seconds
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245: A Bubble of Me

COVID is here.
27/01/202247 minutes 42 seconds
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Episode 244: Combined Desires

We avoid COVID.
10/01/202255 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 243: Mach Turtle

A tortoise encrusted with jewels. Links for this episode:Desperate Lives - Wikipedia
31/12/20211 hour 58 seconds
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Episode 242: God Bless, Looter!

God Bless, Looter!
23/12/20211 hour 2 minutes 54 seconds
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Episode 241: Computers

Firmware updates.
17/12/202142 minutes 35 seconds
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Episode 240: Aging, Illness, and Death

The trifecta.
20/11/202150 minutes 50 seconds
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Episode 239: For Every Banana There's a Person.

It's been there for decades.
13/11/20211 hour 6 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 238: A Muck Component

Falling out the side door.
05/11/20211 hour 6 minutes 54 seconds
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Episode 237: Dreamscape

Let go or you're gonna draw back a stump.
29/10/20211 hour 11 minutes 39 seconds
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Episode 236: The Express Lane Issue

Late in the day people.
23/10/20211 hour 18 minutes 34 seconds
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Episode 235: Gunfights

Madrid is the backdrop.
18/10/20211 hour 24 minutes 25 seconds
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Episode 234: In 1820...

There was a man who owned one boat.
08/10/20211 hour 7 minutes 6 seconds
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Episode 233: The YMCA

It's got a nice gym. It's got a swimming pool.
23/09/202157 minutes 16 seconds
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Episode 232: Books

John enjoys reading.
10/09/20211 hour 17 minutes 43 seconds
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Episode 231: A Tweet in the Morning

Ha ha clap clap. Validation!
03/09/20211 hour 10 minutes 51 seconds
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Episode 230: Adam's Bomb

They built the Atom bomb.
25/08/20211 hour 13 minutes 51 seconds
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Episode 229: The Head-Nod moment

Walls.
30/07/20211 hour 29 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 228: Cal Knudsen?

Money. Links for this episode:Seki Edge Nail Clippers (SS-106) - Stainless Steel Fingernail Clippers for Men & Women - Sharp Cutting Edges for Thick Nails - Professional & Home Use - Made in Japan
25/07/202158 minutes 21 seconds
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Episode 227: Her Massively Good Bridge

Songwriting.
16/07/20211 hour 9 minutes 26 seconds
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Episode 226: The Ultimate Hold My Beer Guy

Guanfacine.
09/07/20211 hour 11 minutes 49 seconds
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Episode 225: Just a Thing You Bought

John and Dan deconstruct schwag.
30/06/20211 hour 3 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 224: Tiny Little Awful Tracks

The running board of the Internet.
10/06/20211 hour 3 minutes 37 seconds
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Episode 223: Patterns in a Fractal Universe

To have you here by me. Links for this episode:S&H Green Stamps - Wikipedia
09/06/20211 hour 14 minutes 35 seconds
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Episode 222: Y’s Guys

There's no such thing as a geographical cure.
21/05/20211 hour 15 minutes 5 seconds
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Episode 221: When I Coalesce

John wants to pick his own form. Would you like to hear the bonus content? You can! Check it out right here.
14/05/20211 hour 7 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 220: The Dangerous Thing

They think they invented punk rock.
07/05/20211 hour 18 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 219: Failsafes

All the mannerisms of a storyteller. Links for this episode:MC Frontalot - WikipediaSong Exploder | Episode 28: The Long Winters
28/04/20211 hour 12 minutes 28 seconds
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Episode 218: Between Realities

Moved and at the ready.
18/04/20211 hour 3 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 217: Mary Tyler Moore Days

Times past, present, and future. Links for this episode:Jersey Milk - WikipediaGreg Norman - Wikipedia
12/04/20211 hour 18 minutes 15 seconds
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Episode 216: Being Mad Doesn't Pay

Time Bandits.
26/03/20211 hour 19 seconds
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Episode 215: The Valentine

Farewell, swim trunks.
15/03/202157 minutes 10 seconds
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Episode 214: A Boy Emperor

John and Dan figure out if John is doing it right. Links for this episode:We're Doing T-Shirts But We Need Your Help | Road Work on Patreon
05/03/20211 hour 46 minutes 15 seconds
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Episode 213: Living Under a Dome

John and Dan talk about power grids. Want this episode without any ads? Of course you do, you're not an animal. Go here to get it. Links for this episode:Dan Benjamin is creating Videos | Patreon
25/02/20211 hour 21 minutes 4 seconds
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Episode 212: The Whale Was Symbolic

John and Dan discuss prison and Moby Dick. Please support our show on Patreon where you can find the amazing bonus content!
11/02/20211 hour 20 minutes 52 seconds
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Episode 211: Sotto Voce

John and Dan discuss events.
05/02/20211 hour 26 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 209: Every Scroungers Dream

John and Dan talk about coins. The bonus content for this episode can be listened to here!
18/12/20201 hour 19 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 208: My Sober Birthday

John and Dan talk about sobriety, and the kind of banana that resides inside. Links for this episode:Taffy (candy) - WikipediaToffee - WikipediaBrittle (food) - WikipediaPraline - WikipediaButterscotch - Wikipedia
13/12/20201 hour 20 minutes 19 seconds
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Episode 207: It's a Deep Lake

In this special Thanksgiving day episode, John and Dan discuss a world of false equivalency, conspiracy theories, phantom limb syndrome, rock and roll, and poets.
26/11/20201 hour 50 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 206: They Didn't Use the Stick

John is a pilot. Wouldn't you enjoy an episode without sponsors? We knew it! Just visit this link and you'll receive what you most wanted in the world. Links for this episode:Yao Ming - Wikipedia
21/11/20201 hour 30 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 205: The Most Prominent Podcaster in the World

Dan and John discuss invisible yentas. This week's bonus content is really special, and we'd really like for you to listen to it. Brought to you by: Holus Bolus (Get 15% off your order through December 31st, 2020 when you use the code roadwork15)! SaneBox (Visit the link and you will automatically have a $25 credit applied to your account on top of the 14-day free trial)!
12/11/20201 hour 10 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 204: On the Record and Off the Hook

Dan and John discuss the election, Romanian coal miners, internal battles, and great thinkers. The bonus content for this episode, which is very good, can be heard here. Links for this episode:The Meaning of Hitler: Haffner, Sebastian, Osers, Ewald: 9780674557758: Amazon.com: Books
06/11/20201 hour 22 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 203: Biff Instead of Marty

Dan and John talk about jumpscares, dogs, and kids. The bonus content, in which they discuss their thoughts about the election, can be found here.
22/10/20201 hour 24 minutes 17 seconds
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Episode 202: A Culture of Eels

John and Dan discuss hurry, curry, and worry. The bonus content for this episode can be found here. Links for this episode:Jennifer Melfi - Wikipedia
19/10/20201 hour 15 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 201: Event Horizon

Dan and John talk about nightmares, the half asleep bear, habitual motion, being fluid without being wet, and dependable peace. Links for this episode:The Highly Sensitive PersonSensory processing sensitivity - Wikipedia
08/10/20201 hour 15 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 200: Pushing Back the Darkness

John and Dan review the prepper vs. survivalist lifestyle. Want an hour of bonus content? It's right here, a whole second episode worth of secrets. Don't want to hear the ads? Get the sponsor-free version here. Links for this episode:Dandy BlendDandy Blend on AmazonThe Day After - Wikipedia
01/10/20201 hour 2 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 199: Clinging to The Mast

Topics visited include the history function machine and the good old truths. Sponsorless version here. Bonus content here.
25/09/20201 hour 16 minutes 21 seconds
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Episode 198: Formed Out of the Mud

That awful red tube. Please enjoy the special post-show bonus content for this episode! Links for this episode:Win Ben Stein's Money - WikipediaThe Man Show - Wikipedia
18/09/202059 minutes 48 seconds
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Episode 197: The Lonely Gatsby

John is looking for kitchen tile.
12/09/20201 hour 16 minutes 54 seconds
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Episode 196: The 15th Panel

John and Dan discuss shadow armies, flying cars, and cloud giants. The bonus content for this episode can be found here. Links for this episode:Alignment (Dungeons & Dragons) - WikipediaRobert Crumb - Wikipedia(323) Sally Struthers Save the Ethiopian Children Campaign - YouTube
04/09/20201 hour 19 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 195: The Ghost of Kurt Cobain

John and Dan discuss music. The sponsorless version of this episode is here for our supporters. Links for this episode:Rockman (amplifier) - WikipediaTom Scholz - Wikipedia
20/08/20201 hour 14 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 194: The World According to Roderick

John and Dan discuss the constant low-grade infection he thinks he has.
13/08/20201 hour 12 minutes 19 seconds
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Episode 193: Sounding Fatter

The bloodwave washes over us. The sponsorless version of this episode can be found here. Links for this episode:Photograph (Def Leppard song) - WikipediaRobert John "Mutt" Lange - Wikipedia
06/08/20201 hour 2 minutes 40 seconds
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Episode 192: The Libertarian Knife

It's hard to build a crappy bridge. In the bonus show, Dan shares his personal journey with debilitating OCD.
30/07/202043 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 191: Extreme Sports

John and Dan discuss free-floating anxiety, escape doors, and the path to riches. The sponsorless version of this episode is here. The members-only after show is available here. Links for this episode:Ralph Wolf and Sam Sheepdog - Wikipedia
26/07/20201 hour 13 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 190: Psychologically Prepared

The time John went to New York but didn't stay. You can listen to this episode without sponsor interruptions here. The bonus episode can be found here. Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
12/07/20201 hour 10 minutes 58 seconds
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Episode 189: An Economy of Popsicle Sticks

This week's discussion includes audio interfaces, politics, and the world. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
30/06/20201 hour 10 minutes 49 seconds
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Episode 188: The Autonomous Zone

John talks with Dan about Seattle's Autonomous Zone.
15/06/202050 minutes
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Episode 187: That's My Rock

John and Dan discuss the current situation. Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
05/06/20201 hour 27 minutes 4 seconds
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Episode 186: John's Prostate

John and Dan talk about watchful waiting and small dogs. You can find a version of this episode without sponsors right here. Brought to you by: ExpressVPN (So protect your online activity today and get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package by visitingexpressvpn.com/roadwork). Mack Weldon (For 20% off your first order, visit mackweldon.com and enter promo code ROADWORK).
21/05/20201 hour 18 minutes 51 seconds
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Episode 185: The Dynamite Guy

John and Dan discuss dynamite, loser sweatshirts, and brochures. The sponsorless version of this episode is right here! The bonus content for this episode can be found here! Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Audible (Start your spring off completely lost—in comedy delight! Escape From Virtual Island. Listen free with a 30-day trial. Just go to audible.com/virtualisland or text VIRTUAL ISLAND to 500500).
11/05/20201 hour 23 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 184: The Disclosure We've Got

John and Dan discuss alien abduction, close encounters, and psionics. The sponsorless version of this episode is available here for our Patreon supporters. Links for this episode:Communion: A True Story: Strieber, Whitley: 9780061474187: Amazon.com: Books&quot;THIS PLANET WILL BE THEIRS.&quot; David Jacobs on the Richard Dolan Show. Dec. 10, 2018. - YouTubeBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). <a href="http:
06/05/20201 hour 31 minutes 39 seconds
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Episode 183: So You Grew Up In Anchorage

John and Dan discuss hot air balloons and insurance. This episode includes the bonus content, which is normally only available to our Patreon supporters. If you enjoy our work, please consider supporting the show. Links for this episode:International Harvester Scout - WikipediaThe JFK SessionsBrought to you by: ExpressVPN (So protect your online activity today and get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package by visitingexpressvpn.com/roadwork). Audible (Start your spring off completely
26/04/20201 hour 52 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 182: Extrovertville

John and Dan discuss special alone times. Listen to this episode without sponsors here. Listen to the bonus content for this episode here. Brought to you by: Audible (Start your spring off completely lost—in comedy delight! Escape From Virtual Island. Listen free with a 30-day trial. Just go to audible.com/virtualisland or text VIRTUAL ISLAND to 500500).
20/04/20201 hour 16 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 181: A War of Toasters

John explores the cycle of life. Sponsorless version. The bonus content. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Audible (Start your spring off completely lost—in comedy delight! Escape From Virtual Island. Listen free with a 30-day trial. Just go to audible.com/virtualisland or text VIRTUAL ISLAND to 500500).
10/04/20201 hour 6 minutes 39 seconds
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Episode 180: The Kitchen Floor of the World

John and Dan talk about dead men’s hands, five mustards, and history. Get the sponsorless version of this episode here. Get the bonus content, "A Jester for a Lesser King" right here. Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
27/03/202059 minutes 13 seconds
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Episode 179: The Empathy Gap

John and Dan talk about sequestering, the Washington way, listening to chemists, and the preservation of society. The sponsorless version of this episode can be found here. The bonus content for this episode can be found here. ... and you support the show on Patreon because you know this is how John and Dan support themselves, right? Brought to you by: Feals (Become a member today by going to Feals.com/roadwork and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping). ExpressVPN (So protect your online activity today and get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package by visitingexpressvpn.com/roadwork</a
20/03/20201 hour 22 minutes 41 seconds
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Episode 178: Free Floating Anxiety

With the COVID-19 virus looming and John about to embark on a cruise, Dan and John talk about sacred sparm, burying poop, and the After Karen time period of John's life. The sponsorless version of this episode can be found here. The bonus content for this episode can be found here. Links for this episode:COVID-19 isn’t as deadly as we think.Hurricane Categories: What Categories 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Mean | TimeBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the off
07/03/20201 hour 4 minutes 13 seconds
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Episode 177: Enchillada

John and Dan discuss individuality, philosopher kings, 70 kinds of toothpaste, and Socialism. The sponsorless version of this episode along with its bonus content can be found here. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). HealthIQ (To see if you qualify, go to healthiq.com/roadwork to take the proprietary Health IQ quiz where it's possible to save up to 41% on your life insurance premiums compared to other providers)!
29/02/20201 hour 38 minutes 8 seconds
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Episode 176: My Yoni

John and Dan talk about the Western State Hurricanes, podcaster salaries, and remoras. You can listen to this episode without sponsors right here. The bonus content for this episode is available here. ... but only for our Patreon supporters! Links for this episode:Game Plan: A Musician/Podcaster Starts Thinking About Retirement - WSJBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Feals (Become a member today by going to <a
21/02/20201 hour 23 minutes 23 seconds
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Episode 175: Exploration Mentality

John and Dan talk about reading, exploration mentality, and tang. The sponsorless version of this episode and the bonus content can be found here. Links for this episode:Punch-Out!! (arcade game) - WikipediaBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). HealthIQ (To see if you qualify, go to healthiq.com/roadwork to take the proprietary Health IQ quiz where it's possible to save up to 41% on your life insurance premiums compared to other providers)!
31/01/20201 hour 15 minutes 28 seconds
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Episode 174: So Many Milks

John and Dan talk about proxies and tarot readings. Please check out the bonus content and sponsorless version of this episode. They're the best. Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Feals (Become a member today by going to Feals.com/roadwork and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping).
27/01/20201 hour 16 minutes 54 seconds
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Episode 173: Shibboleth

John and Dan discuss steeper climbs. The bonus content for this episode can be found here. Links for this episode:John&#x27;s New Years Day Tweet ThreadCameron Moll&#x27;s Mobile Phone ContractBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). HealthIQ (To see if you qualify, go to healthiq.com/roadwork to take the proprietary Health IQ quiz where
03/01/20201 hour 5 minutes 17 seconds
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Episode 172: To Ride A Briefcase

John and Dan discuss clothing and danger devices. We made t-shirts! Now you can support our work and look amazing at the same time. Our bonus content and episodes without sponsors and ads can be found here! Links for this episode:Road Work T-ShirtsRingtone - WikipediaSound Decision | The VergeMen&#x
19/12/20191 hour 51 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 171: A Computer in a Box

The English ivy biomass. Links for this episode:Road Work is creating Road Work | PatreonElectro-Theremin - WikipediaAmazon.com: Stylophone Retro Pocket Synth: Musical Instruments(132) Demonstration of Tannerin ( Slide Theremin ) built by Tom Polk - YouTubeBrought to you by: HealthIQ (To see if you qualify, go to healthiq.com/roadwork to take the proprietary Health IQ quiz where it's possible to save up to 41% on your life insurance premiums compared to other provide
08/12/201949 minutes 31 seconds
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Episode 170: Benefit Burnout

John and Dan talk about turning points. Our Patreon supporters get a version of this episode without sponsors! Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
28/11/20191 hour 13 minutes 32 seconds
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Episode 169: The Soil

John and Dan discuss the ambition treadmill. You can get sponsorless, ad-free episodes by becoming a supporter here. Brought to you by: HealthIQ (To see if you qualify, go to healthiq.com/roadwork to take the proprietary Health IQ quiz where it's possible to save up to 41% on your life insurance premiums compared to other providers)!
18/11/20191 hour 16 minutes 43 seconds
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Episode 168: Carpetbaggery

John and Dan talk about school. The bonus content for this episode can be found here! Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (For 20% off your first order, visit mackweldon.com and enter promo code ROADWORK).
08/11/20191 hour 9 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 167: Regular Big

John might be shrinking. The bonus content for this episode can be found here! Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Get 10% off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). HMA VPN (30-day money back guarantee when you sign up at www.hidemyass.com/offer-5by5).
01/11/201955 minutes 37 seconds
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Episode 166: The El Dopa House

John talks about reconnecting with the world as a sober person. Brought to you by: Keeps (Stop worrying about hair loss for good! To receive your first month of treatment for free, go to keeps.com/roadwork). HMA VPN (30-day money back guarantee when you sign up at www.hidemyass.com/offer-5by5).
24/10/20191 hour 19 minutes 13 seconds
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Episode 165: The Going Places Gang

John and Dan discuss pot, friend groups, and being left out. Brought to you by: Feals (Become a member today by going to Feals.com/roadwork and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping). HMA VPN (30-day money back guarantee when you sign up at www.hidemyass.com/offer-5by5).
20/10/20191 hour 15 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 164: What's Fair Got to Do With It?

John reveals a deeply personal position. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). HMA VPN (30-day money back guarantee when you sign up at www.hidemyass.com/offer-5by5).
11/10/20191 hour 11 minutes 48 seconds
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Episode 163: Found in the Bog

Doing things you don't want to do.
05/10/20191 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds
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Episode 162: Signed, Mr. Bigshot

John owns a jacket worn during the Kennedy Inaguration.
27/09/20191 hour 11 minutes 14 seconds
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Episode 161: The Ease With Which I Coast

The importance of sanctuary.
20/09/20191 hour 14 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 160: The Lap of Luxury

John tries to find a new home. Links for this episode:Loch Ness Monster may be a giant eel, say scientists - BBC NewsBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
13/09/20191 hour 15 minutes 40 seconds
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Episode 159: The Sloth Problem

John and Dan have a discussion about finding oneself amidst the wolves.
03/09/20191 hour 13 minutes 12 seconds
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Episode 158: Fat Bob

Fat Bob is explored. The Personal Privates™ bonus content is available here for those who support our work. Links for this episode:Human-sized penguin fossil discovered in New Zealand | Science | The GuardianQuadrophenia (film) - Wikipedia
16/08/20191 hour 30 minutes 45 seconds
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Episode 157: Sitting In Your Eden

John and Dan discuss John's idea of the true nature of humanity. The Secret Private Personal After Show can be found here. Links for this episode:Thomas Hobbes - WikipediaJohn Locke - Wikipedia
14/08/20191 hour 28 minutes 6 seconds
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Episode 156: Bonus Content for Non-Supporters

Get a taste of what you're missing by not supporting Road Work. This is an episode of our bonus content that only our Patreon supporters have access to. We're sharing it with you here in the hopes that you will enjoy it enough to consider supporting our work. Enjoy!
02/08/201925 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 155: App Applegate In Me

John talks about App Applegate.
02/08/20191 hour 11 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 154: The Things We've Lost

John just wants to see his daughter's artwork hanging on the fridge. Please find the special bonus content for this episode here. Only people who care enough to support the show will have access. Links for this episode:Scopes Monkey Trial | National Geographic SocietyBrought to you by: Manscaped (Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code ROADWORK at Manscaped.com).
26/07/20191 hour 3 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 153: Tower of Waddle

John and Dan discuss facial hair, George Lucas, being sloppy, hair manipulations, yoga pants, and the Brimley Line. Listeners who support this show can listen to our amazing secret bonus content here. The rest of you, those who do not care about John or Dan or the welfare of their children, cannot listen to that content at all because they are not very nice. Links for this episode:Brimley/Cocoon Line (@BrimleyLine) / Twitter
19/07/20191 hour 15 minutes 52 seconds
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Episode 152: A Sorting Problem

Dan and John talk about food trucks, restaurants, coffee, and deep emotions. If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love the bonus content for our patrons. We talk about crying, chaos, and the nation's most phallic building. But you can only listen if you're a supporter. Links for this episode:Franklin Barbecue - Wikipedia
12/07/20191 hour 26 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 151: Chasing the Dragon

John explains what happens after 12am.
01/06/20191 hour 10 minutes 5 seconds
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Episode 150: Ghost in the Truck

John and Dan reveal their innermost thoughts about trucks. The bonus episode, which is ample, can be found here. It's an especially good one where Dan and John reveal their true feelings about parenthood.
24/05/20191 hour 13 minutes 14 seconds
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Episode 149: To Be Left Alone

John and Dan discuss the whole world, and ask for your feedback about the show's relationship with listeners. The special additional hour-long secret show can be found here, but only for people who are actually care about John and Dan's personal welfare and the future of their families. If this isn't you, you don't get to listen, ever, because you're being a jerk.
17/05/20191 hour 20 minutes 49 seconds
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Episode 148: Wire Mothers

John and Dan discuss life planning, goals, and emotional pressures. Links for this episode:Magna Cart Personal 150 lb Capacity Aluminum Folding Hand Truck (Black/Red) - - Amazon.comHeil Sound DT1Yellowtec BUSHING
10/05/20191 hour 31 minutes 16 seconds
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Episode 147: I Don't Come Back Till Morning

John explains why he must not be observed. Links for this episode:Dan Deacon - WikipediaDrinking Out of Cups
04/05/20191 hour 18 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 146: Companion Teeth

John's bipolar medicine has stopped working. The bonus content for this episode can be found here, but only for the people who are generous enough to not steal the life-force from John Roderick.
26/04/20191 hour 17 minutes 49 seconds
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Episode 145: A Substantial Box

John and Dan talk about John's house situation, microphones and recording, and more. This episode went a bit long, so the story continues in the Bonus Episode, available to all of our amazing Patreon Supporters! Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Apogee Quartet USB Audio Interface: GatewayNeat Microphones - BeecasterBlue - RaspberryRoad Work is creating Road Work | Patreon
19/04/20191 hour 6 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 144: A Social Compact

John and Dan reveal secrets about their place in the world. Bonus content is available here, but only for listeners who are kind enough to support us. Everyone else should just feel guilty.
12/04/20191 hour 32 minutes 13 seconds
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Episode 143: Dread

John and Dan discuss claustrophobia. The bonus episode can be found here, but only for people who care enough about John and Dan's livelihood and well-being to support the show.
29/03/20191 hour 10 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 142: Activate My Hair

John and Dan talk about shaving in the most barbaric way possible, outdated and bizarre hair products, and the girl who made tea. Here is the secret bonus content for our amazing supporters. Those of you who do not support the show cannot access it, are missing out on something important. Links for this episode:Road Work is creating Road Work | Patreon
23/03/20191 hour 17 minutes 31 seconds
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Episode 141: Zone Defense

John is feeling extreme anxiety. Links for this episode:Alignment (Dungeons &amp; Dragons) - WikipediaThe Alignment SystemOnline Alignment TestGary&#x27;s Van Facebook thing
09/03/20191 hour 15 minutes 14 seconds
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Episode 140: Super Aloha

John and Dan talk about Hawaii and chickens. The bonus content for this episode can be found here, but only if you're one of the special people who support us. Links for this episode:Hawaiian Islands - WikipediaMaui - WikipediaBlack Chickens Exist: A Rare Indonesian Chicken is Black Inside and Out1976 Telethon - Jerry Lewis, Dean Martin Reunion - YouTubeBrought to you by: Keeps (Stop worrying about hair loss for good!
22/02/20191 hour 36 seconds
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Episode 139: Clark Griswalding

John and Dan discuss thin t-shirts, the nature of money, eels, and patreon natives. Links for this episode:Road Work is creating Road Work | Patreon
02/02/20191 hour 20 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 138: John Cusak Is Me and I Am He

John and Dan discuss what's in Jude Law's backpack, the girding of loins, and John's bête noire. Links for this episode:Basic Rules for Dungeons and Dragons (D&amp;D) Fifth Edition (5e) - D&amp;D BeyondCharacter Races for Dungeons &amp; Dragons (D&amp;D) Fifth Edition (5e) - D&amp;D BeyondCharacter Classes for Dungeons &amp; Dragons (D&amp;D) Fifth Edition (5e) - D&amp;D BeyondSong Exploder | Episode 28: The Long WintersAn In
25/01/20191 hour 18 minutes 55 seconds
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Episode 137: Gary’s Van

John and Dan change their recording process and talk about the Eddie Munster hairline, blunt blades, abominations, flight suits, and Neo-Maxi Zoomdweebies. Links for this episode:Road work the podcast??? : RoadworkBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off your first purchase using promo code ROADWORK).
13/01/20191 hour 21 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 136: Robot Napoleons

John and Dan discuss relationships.
28/12/20181 hour 42 minutes 34 seconds
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Episode 135: John Went to LA and Didn't Tell Me

Surprise! John went to LA this week so we couldn't record, but never fear -- you're getting a brand new super-secret-Patreon-supporter-only-bonus-episode instead! This is what our Patreon supporters get each week, and now, just this once, all of you can have a look "inside the Kimono" as John says. Happy holidays!
20/12/20181 hour 12 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 134: Learn to Touch the Plane

John and Dan discuss working claims. Links for this episode:Why Do Colleges Give Out “Honorary” Degrees?Ben Affleck Receives Honorary Degree From Brown University (PHOTO) | HuffPostCan an American be knighted? - QuoraLife Below Zero - Wikipedia
16/12/20181 hour 9 minutes 22 seconds
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Episode 133: The Doughboy

Dan and John discuss OCD and loaning money to guitar players.
07/12/20181 hour 29 minutes 18 seconds
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Episode 132: Earth Sciences

John feels estranged. Brought to you by: Linode (Visit [linode.com/roadwork] Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com/roadwork and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Brooklinen (Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
30/11/20181 hour 19 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 131: As Big as Elephant Toes

John and Dan have a serious pre-Thanksgiving discussion about lifestyles. Links for this episode:FODMAP 101: A Detailed Beginner&#x27;s GuideTravel is No Cure for the Mind
19/11/20181 hour 9 minutes 5 seconds
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Episode 130: The Dark Side

John and Dan discuss bunny hops. Links for this episode:Bigfoot and Wildboy - WikipediaSwing Bike - WikipediaWheelie bike - WikipediaThe Green Machine – Childhood Bliss | Like Totally 80sbigfoot coin | Icon CoinsMuttley - WikipediaWacky Races - WikipediaBrought
11/11/20181 hour 17 minutes 25 seconds
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Episode 129: The High Ground

John and Dan talk about responsibilities, such as voting. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com/roadwork and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
02/11/20181 hour 10 minutes 16 seconds
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Episode 128: Lost Innocence

Dan and John rediscover lost innocence.
19/10/20181 hour 33 minutes 25 seconds
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Episode 127: You're Just Marching

John and Dan try and figure out politics. Brought to you by: Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire platform for FREE by texting ROADWORK to 303030). Brooklinen (Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). MasterClass (Unlock every class from over thirty masters, all for the price of two with the All Access Pass by visiting MasterClass.com/ROADWORK).
14/10/20181 hour 28 minutes 18 seconds
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Episode 126: Terrifying Muscle Pig

John is looking for trouble. Brought to you by: Linode (Visit linode.com/roadwork and get a $20 credit when you use promocode roadwork2018). HelloFresh (For a total of $60 off, that’s $20 off your first 3 boxes, visit HelloFresh.com/roadwork60 and enter ROADWORK60).
07/10/20181 hour 30 minutes 48 seconds
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Episode 125: Wrong Since 1988

John and Dan revisit the concept of tattoos as a representation of the Persona. Links for this episode:5by5 | Road Work #35: Mr. Yuck
28/09/20181 hour 1 minute 18 seconds
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Episode 124: Benjafet

Dan and John compare blues to linoleum flooring. Wood paneling is discussed. John would choose a robot dragon over a robot owl.
20/09/20181 hour 6 minutes 33 seconds
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Episode 123: Pot Monster

John and Dan discuss cannabis, marijuana, weed, and the highway to Girdwood.
14/09/20181 hour 34 minutes 38 seconds
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Episode 122: The Alaska Problem

Dan and John discuss the friendship code, oaths, and fake doodles. Links for this episode:Road Work Listener Survey 2018
07/09/20181 hour 25 minutes 14 seconds
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Episode 121: Pong Monolopy

John and Dan discuss Jason's bag and blowing up dragons. Links for this episode:(2) John Roderick - Cinnamon (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeJohn Roderick - Scared Straight (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeThe Long Winters - Full Performance (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeThe Long Winters - Carparts (Live on KEXP) - YouTubeThe Long Winters - Pushover (Live on KEXP) - YouTube<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-Switch-Neon-Blue-Red-Joy/dp/B01MUAGZ49/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=15356607
01/09/20181 hour 1 minute
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Episode 120: 1,000 horses

John and Dan discuss animals, primitive fear, and dryer balls, as well as announce their new plans for Patreon supporters. Help us out by taking the Road Work Survey! Links for this episode:The Man Who Saw Tomorrow - WikipediaNostradamus, The Man Who Saw Tomorrow - &#x27;Narrated By Orson Welles&#x27; - FULL Movie (1981) - Video DailymotionNetflixThe Road Work Patreon
23/08/20181 hour 29 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 119: The Jeff Spicoli Years

John and Dan talk about flat eyeballs, Sergio Valente, and the indy-rock optometrist. Also, for people who "only listen when the description sounds interesting", when does it not sound interesting?
04/08/20181 hour 17 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 118: Between Me and the Tree

John and Dan discuss beef, Foo Cheese, ice tea, the Alaska Colorado connection, and the Lion's Lair. Take the Road Work Survey! Links for this episode:How Long Can Humans Stay Awake? - Scientific American
29/07/20181 hour 20 minutes 19 seconds
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Episode 117: Disaster Coffee

John and Dan discuss reorientation of the hypotenuse, petit authoritarians, letting the rooster slide, and elastic wastebands. Links for this episode:Kava - HomeKava - WikipediaSquareRut Kava BarReport: Casselberry rape, kidnapping suspect hid in Maitland home for several days | WFTVVideo shows Casselberry rape suspect getting tased during arrest: &#x27;You know who you look like?&#
17/07/20181 hour 47 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 116: Tweaker Crimes

John and Dan discuss crimes, drugs, and motivations. Links for this episode:TOPGREENER Plug-In Digital Light Timer for Electrical Outlets, Heater, Lights, Lamps, Appliances | TGT02, 18 Programs, Grounded Outlet, Random and Daylight Savings, Indoor | 120V, 15A, 1800W - - Amazon.com
07/07/20181 hour 36 minutes 28 seconds
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Episode 115: Lipstick Brown

John and Dan talk about the decline of society. Links for this episode:Commodore VIC-20 - Wikipedia
29/06/20181 hour 51 minutes 55 seconds
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Episode 114: Feels Like Liberty

Dan and John discuss freedoms.
21/06/20181 hour 2 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 113: Notes from Petty Cash

John and Dan discuss John's letters. Links for this episode:List of people who have won Academy, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Awards - WikipediaWham-O Ultimate Frisbee - Walmart.com
15/06/20181 hour 16 minutes 20 seconds
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Episode 112: Haunted Basements Made of Stone

John discusses his idea for a Corvette. Links for this episode:Friendly Fire | Maximum FunOmnibusBrought to you by: Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire platform for FREE by texting ROADWORK to 303030).
28/05/201859 minutes 17 seconds
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Episode 111: John's Noodles

John talks frankly about his noodles. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off your first purchase using promo code ROADWORK).
19/05/20181 hour 30 minutes 5 seconds
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Episode 110: The Story of John Roderick

John and Dan discuss the unauthorized database of John Roderick's life. Links for this episode:The Story of John Roderick - The Story of John RoderickBusy Philipps - Wikipediathe long winters library &amp; archive | if you find the real world let me knowStendhal - WikipediaSeattle Band MapMasquerade (book) - WikipediaBrought to you by: <a href="http://squarespace.com/roadwork
12/05/20181 hour 54 minutes 58 seconds
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Episode 109: Conga Forever

John discusses his methods for staying hydrated. Brought to you by: Casper (Get $50 toward any mattress purchase by visiting casper.com/roadwork and using ROADWORK). Brooklinen (Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
04/05/20181 hour 10 minutes 13 seconds
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Episode 108: Consciously Erect

John and Dan talk about wake up calls. Links for this episode:Stoicism - WikipediaBrought to you by: Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire platform for FREE by texting ROADWORK to 303030).
27/04/20181 hour 17 minutes 26 seconds
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Episode 107: I Got Rolfed

John and Dan talk about John's new back injury, potential treatments, sports teams, and mountain climbing. Links for this episode:Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation - WikipediaRolfing - WikipediaWalgreens TENS Therapy Unit With 2 Pads Set | WalgreensIt Happened at the World&#x27;s Fair - WikipediaTD Garden - Wikipedia<a href="https://www.jta.org/2018/03/22/new
20/04/20181 hour 44 minutes 42 seconds
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Episode 106: The Scrappy Doo Phenomenon

John and Dan discuss ethical codes. Links for this episode:Pocky: Banana cream on a chocolate cookie stick from GlicoMel Blanc - WikipediaDictaphone - WikipediaTim Berners-Lee - WikipediaBrought to you by: Away (Visit awaytravel.com/roadwork and use the code ROADWORK at checkout to get $20 off a suitcase). Warby Parker ( Head to warbyparker.com/road
13/04/20181 hour 21 minutes 41 seconds
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Episode 105: I Should Have Had a Pipe

In this very important episode, John and Dan have a critical discussion about TV themes and punk rock. Links for this episode:john roderick on Twitter: &quot;The best TV theme is House of Cards. The worst is Game of Thrones. The theme for The Crown is a poor imitation of GoT that somehow isn’t worse, and the Jessica Jones theme is a HoC imitation that isn’t too bad. #DeepThoughts&quot;Game of Thrones Theme - Wikipedia
06/04/20181 hour 29 minutes 10 seconds
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Episode 104: Nick Nolte in a Pile of Wool

Dan and John discuss being a gentleman. Links for this episode:Mindfulness in Plain English - Audiobook | Audible.comBrought to you by: MasterClass (Unlock every class from over thirty masters, all for the price of two with the All Access Pass by visiting MasterClass.com/ROADWORK). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com/roadwork and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire pla
30/03/20181 hour 5 minutes 43 seconds
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Episode 103: Tiny Little Fascist

John and Dan talk about Rajneeshpuram, Jonestown, and the Five Precepts. Links for this episode:Wild Wild Country - WikipediaRajneesh - WikipediaRajneeshpuram - WikipediaJonestown - WikipediaFive Precepts of Buddhism Explained - Tricycle: The Buddhist ReviewThe League | Meet. Intelligently.Brought to you by: Casp
28/03/201852 minutes 8 seconds
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Episode 102: Cuesta Verde

John talks with Dan about super villains, the motives of billionaires, the West Edge, and the original skid row. Links for this episode:Vulcan (mythology) - WikipediaBrought to you by: Casper (Get $50 toward any mattress purchase by visiting casper.com/roadwork and using ROADWORK). MasterClass (Unlock every class from over thirty masters, all for the price of two with the All Access Pass by visiting MasterClass.com/ROADWORK).
17/03/20181 hour 43 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 101: No One Says "Whistler Mountain"

John and Dan discuss rock road ice cream, knee braces, so-called "Lebowski Sweaters", fitness, and pain. John talks about his life hat, how he walks, and makes a startling admission. Brought to you by: Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire platform for FREE by texting ROADWORK to 303030). Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork). Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
09/03/20181 hour 39 minutes 31 seconds
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Episode 100: The Intimacy Membrane

John and Dan talk about brushing away static, the "For Better or for Worse" comic, and the boundaries people want. Links for this episode:Time is a flat circle - True Detective (HD) - YouTubeBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork). Casper (For a limited time, visit Casper.com/savings and receive up to $200 off your purchase of $2,000 or more! This special offer expires February 20th, 2018). Away (Visit awaytravel.com/roadwork and use the code ROADWORK
15/02/20181 hour 15 minutes 43 seconds
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Episode 99: Bandit

John talks with Dan about working on songs, sports, and frisbee dogs. Links for this episode:Dan&#x27;s Philly Special T-ShirtGet the t-shirt Dan made for the Eagles Super Bowl LII win. Philadelphia Eagles - WikipediaThe Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds : 64 - The Fans of PhiladelphaFACT CHECK: Philadelphia Fans Boo Santa Claus?Cowboys–Eagles rivalry - WikipediaSuper Bowl V <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Su
10/02/20181 hour 36 minutes 29 seconds
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Episode 98: Where Songs Come From

John explains where songs come from, and how you can help. Links for this episode:Support Road WorkDan&#x27;s Cold RemedyEp. 100 of Roderick on the LineBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/road). Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get $30 off your first order by going to <
03/02/20181 hour 41 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 97: The Prince of Alpha Centauri

Dan and John talk about teeth, injuries, Milan models, Buddhist UFOs, and very chill ghosts. Links for this episode:5by5 | Road Work #70: Doctor DarlingRoy Orbison - WikipediaThe Marrying Man - WikipediaMichael Madsen - WikipediaThe Getaway (1994 film) - WikipediaBrought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.
26/01/20181 hour 28 minutes 21 seconds
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Episode 96: Bat Ichthyologist Pt. 2

John and Dan talk about fixing a hole, bats, fur trappers, male and female identity in the contemporary world, newsgroups, clay handprints, and the room on the wall. This is part 2. Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork).
15/01/201835 minutes 38 seconds
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Episode 95: Bat Ichthyologist Pt. 1

John and Dan talk about fixing a hole, bats, fur trappers, male and female identity in the contemporary world, newsgroups, clay handprints, and the room on the wall. This is part 1. Links for this episode:Unforgiven - WikipediaRescue Me! Save your legacy codebase with GraphQL &amp; Bootstrap a 7 figure startup | Doximity&#x27;s Tech Night (San Francisco, CA) | MeetupBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Simple Contacts (Get $30 off your contacts at simp
12/01/20181 hour 4 minutes 21 seconds
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Episode 94: Jughead

John and Dan discuss first kisses, John's long walk, putting on the whammy, and being a drifter. Links for this episode:Shane (film) - WikipediaBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork). Casper (Get $50 toward any mattress purchase by visiting casper.com/roadwork and using ROADWORK). Beachbody on Demand (Get a free trial membership with full access to the entire platform for FREE by texting ROADWORK to 303030).
06/01/20181 hour 39 minutes 38 seconds
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Episode 93: The Pea Under the Mattress

John and Dan have a candid discussion about loneliness. Links for this episode:Omnibus by HowStuffWorks on Apple PodcastsNew Girl - WikipediaJeopardy! - WikipediaKen Jennings - WikipediaBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Away (Visit awaytravel.com/ro
15/12/20171 hour 54 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 92: The Problem with Docents

John and Dan discuss America's current sweetheart, generations, five-star generals, investment, fame, and money. Links for this episode:Visit to Trinity - Album on ImgurFredericksburg - a German town in Texas hill country | Travel BlogTexas Czech Village — Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural CenterLA GRANGE Nimitz Museum | PhotoJason Finn (musician) - Wikipedia<a href="https://secure.qgiv.com/for/tnamfevents/event/786362/" cla
07/12/20172 hours 3 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 91: Hard to Fathom

John recounts his dealings with submarines. Brought to you by: Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Away (Visit awaytravel.com/roadwork and use the code ROADWORK at checkout to get $20 off a suitcase). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Washington Square Watches (Visit WashingtonSquareWatches.com and use the code ROADWORK for 30% off of your entire order).
01/12/20171 hour 16 minutes 44 seconds
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Episode 90: The Briefcase

John talks with Dan about paying debts, earning your own way, larping, waltzing in, shibari models, and village elders. Brought to you by: LinkedIn Learning (Get a free 30-day trial with LinkedIn Learning today, by visiting LinkedIn.com/road). Away (Visit awaytravel.com/roadwork and use the code ROADWORK at checkout to get $20 off a suitcase). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
17/11/20171 hour 31 minutes 20 seconds
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Episode 89: Vito the Enforcer

John talks with Dan about Norwegian rats, cats, and Vito the Enforcer. Links for this episode:Brown rat - WikipediaCrispy Fried Salmon Skin RecipeWhat Cat is Best for Rat Catching?Outfoxed: Fearless Forest Cat turns guard dog as he chases rival fox off his land | Daily Mail OnlineMeet Vito (The Enforcer), a Petfinder adoptable Domestic Short Hair (Orange &amp; White) Cat in
09/11/20171 hour 5 minutes 6 seconds
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Episode 88: A Leaping Wolverine

John and Dan talk about podcasting, golems, leprechauns, and being visibly mad. Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Blue Raspberry Premium Mobile USB Microphone for PC, Mac, iPhone and iPad (incl. Lightning cable): Musical InstrumentsFlexible Portable Tripods | GorillaPod Tripods | JOBY.comAmazon.com : JOBY GorillaPod Original Tripod for Point and Shoot Cameras up to 325g (11.5 oz). : Camera &amp; Photo5by5 | Back to Work<l
02/11/20171 hour 17 minutes 22 seconds
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Episode 87: The JFK Files

John and Dan discuss the to-be-released JFK files, conspiracy theories, Andy Kaufman, omertà, and Deep Throat. Links for this episode:William Colby - WikipediaJim &amp; Andy: The Great Beyond - Featuring a Very Special, Contractually Obligated Mention of Tony Clifton (2017) - IMDbBrought to you by: RXBAR (For 25% off your first order, visit RXBAR.com/roadwork and enter promo code ROADWORK at checkout). Linode (Visit the link to get $10 towards your account).
26/10/20171 hour 4 minutes 40 seconds
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Episode 86: The East/West Perspective

John sets himself a bedtime. Links for this episode:Amazon.com: NOW Inositol Powder,1-Pound: Health &amp; Personal CareAmazon.com: KAL - Magnesium Glycinate 400, 180 tablets: Health &amp; Personal CareAmazon.com: Dr. Teals Pure Epsom Salt Soaking Solution, Pre &amp; Post Workout, 3 Pound Bag: Health &amp; Personal Care<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019LWV56/?th=1" class="link" target="_blank"
20/10/20171 hour 28 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 85: The Humidity

John and Dan discuss the sun, humidity claustrophobia, the end times, parkas, warm tunnels, and drinking at noon. (Audio is all fixed now, sorry about that kids!) Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork).
11/10/20171 hour 2 minutes 39 seconds
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Episode 84: Editor in Chief

John discusses his dining room table. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com).
05/10/20171 hour 12 minutes 14 seconds
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Episode 83: My Intellivison Blister

John and Dan talk about music collections, 8-track tapes, John's new old phone, Sudoku, Minesweeper, casual gaming, and Merve the Swerve. Links for this episode:Minesweeper Online - Play Free Online MinesweeperIntellivision - WikipediaCanon AE-1 - WikipediaCanon AE-1 Program - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK). <l
28/09/20171 hour 7 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 82: Managing My Points

John talks with Dan about his continued life sans-iPhone, managing points, and software development. Links for this episode:1176 Peak Limiter - WikipediaPenn &amp; Teller Bullshit! S2 E11 Twelve Stepping - video - DailymotionBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com). Eero (For free overnight shipping to the US or Canada, visit eero.com and at checkout select overnight shipping then enter the code ROADWORK to make it free). Away (Visit <a href="http://aw
21/09/20171 hour 14 minutes 37 seconds
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Episode 81: A Vest Full of Diamonds

John and Dan discuss sentimentality and how it affects the ownership of things, awful coffee table books, motorcycle adventure squads, Arctic Circle hot springs, Neanderthals, and bucket lists. Links for this episode:Circle Hot Springs, Alaska - WikipediaSheet metal - WikipediaBrought to you by: Brooklinen (Turn your bed back into a temple with Brooklinen. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code ROADWORK at Brooklinen.com.). Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork).
14/09/20171 hour 44 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 80: Fly Safe, Dogs!

John and Dan discuss hot tubs, home ownership, buckets of rocks, trailer hitches, the Freak Brothers, playing soccer with front end loaders, garbage pits, #Superboat, gold mining and dredging, why John left Twitter (and came back, sort of), and toddler empowerment. John also does all the ad reads in this episode. Links for this episode:Infectious Mosquitoes Are Turning Up in New Regions - The New York TimesBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up mak
07/09/20171 hour 57 minutes 50 seconds
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Episode 79: The John Roderick Simulator

John and Dan discuss the duke of normalcy, speaking truth to power, fat Father Time, transferring your conciousness into a robot body, looking like Walt Whitman, aging, john roderick, the calousness of youth, miracle cat scans, and Calvinism. Links for this episode:Elysium Health - Live Healthier For Longer With ScienceMaria Sharapova Official WebsiteDoes Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? Lyrics - ChicagoBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your fi
30/08/20171 hour 50 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 78: Cooked on the Vine

John and Dan discuss "protein" (and Dan's dinners), space food, Jugalettes, and the apocalypse. Links for this episode:Meal, Ready-to-Eat - WikipediaInsane Clown Posse - WikipediaJuggalo - Wikipedia5by5 | Road Work #35: Mr. YuckBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK). Blue Apro
25/08/20171 hour 45 minutes 15 seconds
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Episode 77: Hello, Sister

John talks with Dan about mental illness. Links for this episode:Royal Air Force - WikipediaFacial hair in the military - WikipediaBrought to you by: SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month).
10/08/20171 hour 16 minutes 16 seconds
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Episode 76: On Your Knees, Admiral!

Dan and John talk about knighting people, challenge coins, age calibration, Wilfred Brimley, and revisit airport security. Links for this episode:Challenge coin - WikipediaRobert Duvall - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
03/08/20171 hour 19 minutes 48 seconds
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Episode 75: Absodoodly

John and Dan discuss youthification, baby proms, personality hats, fights at taco restaurants, and growing old with grace. Links for this episode:Hair Dye Colors - Cool Hair Dye Ideas, Cosmetics &amp; More | MANIC PANICBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork. SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month).
28/07/201756 minutes 33 seconds
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Episode 74: The Unmanned Hatchet

Dan talks with John about his concussion, how Jesus works, metal detectors and the TSA, soccer, the Delta Skylounge, and knife secrets. Links for this episode:Amazon.com : Spyderco Paramilitary2 Black G-10 Black Blade Plainedge : Hunting Folding Knives : Sports &amp; OutdoorsCPM S30V steel - WikipediaBrought to you by: SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month).</
28/07/20171 hour 33 minutes 31 seconds
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Episode 73: Future John

John shares his existential perspective. Brought to you by: SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month).
17/07/20171 hour 32 minutes 34 seconds
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Episode 72: My Little Devil

John talks with Dan about being bad, legalized marijuana, chasing the dragon, and Texas. Brought to you by: SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month). Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
07/07/20171 hour 34 minutes 25 seconds
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Episode 71: The Seattle Orcas

John and Dan discuss baseball mascots, jumping from high places, dislocated elbows, and seeing rock shows. Links for this episode:Phillie Phanatic - WikipediaInversion therapy - WikipediaNursemaid&#x27;s elbow - WikipediaFar and Away - WikipediaLand Run of 1893 - WikipediaBrought to you by: SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, a
27/06/20171 hour 13 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 70: Doctor Darling

John and Dan talk about tunnels, hobos, BBQ ribs, pigs, and the story of John's false tooth. Links for this episode:Acromegaly - WikipediaBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork. SendPro from Pitney Bowes (Visit pb.com/roadwork to learn more, and when you sign up you’ll get SendPro FREE for 90 days, you’ll get a free 10-pound scale, and when your free trial is over, you’ll get SendPro for only $5 a month).
23/06/20171 hour 36 minutes 12 seconds
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Episode 69: A Modern Day Poseidon

John talks with Dan about his coronation, the Seattle Seafair, men that braid their beards, stone bruising, apocalypse prepping, shoelaces, lead suits, and intestinal fortitude. Links for this episode:Seafair Pirates - WikipediaSeattle Seafair PiratesAlvin M. Johnston - WikipediaBoeing 707 Barrell Roll -WATCH THIS!!! - YouTubeJohn Roderick (@johnroderick) • Instagram photos and videos<a href="https://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/lacingmethods.htm" class="l
15/06/20171 hour 27 minutes 29 seconds
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Episode 68: The Venus Flytrap

John and Dan talk about lawn mowers, depression and the abyss, social standing, and wasting daylight. Links for this episode:Andrew Wood (singer) - WikipediaPearl Jam - WikipediaBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork.
25/05/20171 hour 12 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 67: Selling Kazoos

John and Dan discuss the nature of sleep, loosing traction on a dirt road, cutting corners, and Chris Cornell's passing. Links for this episode:Chris Cornell, Soundgarden and Audioslave Frontman, Dies at 52 - The New York TimesChris Cornell, Soundgarden Soundgarden - WikipediaCheap Trick - WikipediaKim Thayil - WikipediaMichael Hutchence - Wikipedia<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Carradine#Death" class="link" t
18/05/20171 hour 11 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 66: Fixie

John and Dan talk about BBQ, banana seats, bicycles, logo t-shirt rules, and unbranded and pre-branded clothing. Links for this episode:Podnah&#x27;s PitHome - Jack&#x27;s BBQAlluvial plain - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK). Alibaba (Visit Gateway17.com/ROAD to save 75% off the registration fee, while event passes last).
11/05/20171 hour 25 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 65: Elves in Spaceships

John has a serious discussion with Dan about physical strength. Links for this episode:Understanding Training Cycles for Maximum Strength and Size Gains - Muscle and BrawnBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
05/05/20171 hour 18 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 64: Barbarians at the Gate

John and Dan talk about sour coffee, sport haggling, negotiating with a Marxist, shopping and sales, the state of social networks and the demise of western civilization, and the screaming of the ants. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork.
28/04/20171 hour 24 minutes 5 seconds
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Episode 63: Gnomes

John and Dan talk about absent whistling, living a rule-based life, the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter, magical reality, and gnomes. Links for this episode:Lockheed F-104 Starfighter - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
14/04/20171 hour 6 minutes 42 seconds
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Episode 62: Creeping Anti-Intellectualism

John talks with Dan about ham bau, theories, ideologies, and elaborates on his concerns about baby boomers. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
10/04/20171 hour 16 minutes 6 seconds
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Episode 61: Where Your Wit Belongs

John and Dan discuss life experience points, Richard Branson, private island cocaine stories, biscuits and gravy, peace signs at EDM partiesm, and incongrous instagram accounts. Links for this episode:Eponymous (album) - Wikipediarichard branson women - Google SearchBrigitte Pavich (@brigittepavich) • Instagram photos and videosBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three meals FREE—with FREE SHIPPING—by going to
30/03/20171 hour 29 minutes 45 seconds
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Episode 60: The Cold Hand

John and Dan talk about pH imbalances, vinegar, proper use of the sawzall, being dosed with LSD, acid trips, hippie stories, purse dogs, spirit animals, the world's oldest husky, the animated ghost of Mother Nature, the invisible hand, and the Road Work Patreon. Links for this episode:Are There LSD Drug Tests? - The Third WaveBrian Wilson: &quot;LSD fucked with my brain&quot; - NMERoad Work is creating Road Work | PatreonBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).</li
23/03/20171 hour 17 minutes 33 seconds
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Episode 59: Tuxedo Jackets

John returns from "Honolulu" to discuss important matters with Dan. Topics include why John is selling his valued belongings, Steve McQueen's Ferrari, Prince's banana hammock, and the true value of "things". Links for this episode:Support Road Work on PatreonCrampons at REILarry Craig scandal - WikipediaBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
17/03/20171 hour 36 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 58: Wet Daddy

John and Dan talk about eating cake, the One Chinese Rule, missed signals, and PCP. Links for this episode:DEAD KENNEDYS LYRICS - Night Of The Living RednecksDead Kennedys - Night of the Living Rednecks - YouTubeFood and drink prohibitions - WikipediaBrought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first three m
28/02/20171 hour 23 minutes 39 seconds
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Episode 57: 11,000 Swordsmiths

In preparation for his epic return to Alaska, John Roderick speaks with Dan Benjamin about drug mule cars, geriatric psychiatry, transitional dream states, linkedin, time travel, and underwear. Links for this episode:1965 Porsche 911 | Bring a TrailerJohn Roderick | LinkedInJohn Roderick (musician) - WikipediaMack Weldon | Men&#x27;s 18 Hour Jersey Boxer Briefs - Our Custom Blend: Cotton, Lenzing Modal, LycraBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfor
23/02/20171 hour 13 minutes 23 seconds
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Episode 56: Robot Rabbit

John and Dan discuss the plight of technology, instant gratification, Wikipedia, AR, VR, and "wasting time". Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase).
16/02/20171 hour 13 minutes 8 seconds
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Episode 55: Coffee in Korea

John and Dan talk about coffee in Korea, age, lost memories, tooth brushing, pulling a tugboat on a chain, and toxoplasmosis. Links for this episode:MacBook Air - AppleYamibuy.com - MAXIM Original Coffee Mix 11.8gx20sticksAmazon.com : Maxim Mocha Gold Korean Instant Coffee - 100pks : Grocery &amp; Gourmet FoodRoad Work is creating Road Work | PatreonBrought to you by: Mack Weldon
10/02/20171 hour 22 minutes 31 seconds
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Episode 54: Sucker Punch

John shares his thoughts about the left and the right, the Nazi punch, fortifying your neighborhood, the goal of marching, and erasing history. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
26/01/20171 hour 13 minutes 55 seconds
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Episode 53: Pendleton

John and Dan talk about eBay. John also shares his thoughts about the world. Kind of hard to describe. Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code ROADWORK to get 10% off your first purchase). HelloFresh (For $35 off your first week of deliveries, visit HelloFresh.com and enter ROADWORK when you subscribe).
19/01/20171 hour 38 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 52: The Algorithm

John and Dan talk about being invisible to young people, lightning bolt earrings, the deer and the racoons, The Algorythm™, Snapchat, and shadow dancing. Links for this episode:Surrogates - WikipediaBrought to you by: Audible (You can’t make more time, but you can make the most of it. Turn your walk into something more with a 30-day free trial at Audible by going to audible.com/roadwork).
13/01/20171 hour 19 minutes 37 seconds
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Episode 51: The Grease on the Windshield

John and Dan return for their first episode of 2017. They discuss snow smoke, scraping ice, altimeters, John's need of a new Mac, the InfoSec crowd, vintage guitar pedals, Guns N Roses, Duff McKagan, and Seattle bands. Links for this episode:Guns N&#x27; Roses - WikipediaMother Love Bone - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
05/01/20171 hour 54 minutes 29 seconds
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Episode 50: The Oxidizer

John and Dan talk about mom games, the Maccabees, "Jeff Kennedy", and superpowers. Links for this episode:Maccabees - WikipediaThings 90s Kids Realize | A warm &amp; fuzzy cup of nostalgia for my fellow 90s kids.
23/12/20161 hour 25 minutes 12 seconds
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Episode 49: Listening in the Stock Room

John returns from New York to talk with Dan about the weight of a gallon of milk weighs, a hobgoblin at the center of a gas giant, a room named after your wife, the proper use of toothpicks and general toothpick etiquette, the fancies in the family, how and where people listen to podcasts, fraudulent financial conveyences, and foocheese. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
02/12/20161 hour 6 minutes 1 second
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Episode 48: Elysium

John Roderick joins Dan Benjamin to discuss medications, women's shoes, Elysium, and more. Links for this episode:ElysiumBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
11/11/20161 hour 54 minutes 17 seconds
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Episode 47: Man of East and West

John and Dan have a serious talk about family. Links for this episode:history - LaCroix Sparkling WaterCrystal LightBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
29/10/20161 hour 20 minutes 51 seconds
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Episode 46: The Guy on the Edge of Town

While visiting San Francisco, John Roderick visits with Dan Benjamin to talk about being an introvert, general eccentricities, Charles Lindbergh, electrons, buying a church, and regional cuisine. Links for this episode:Van Ness Avenue - WikipediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK).
14/10/20161 hour 10 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 45: Pipe Organ Preservationists

While in Los Angeles, John Roderick uses the Internet to speak with Dan Benjamin about the protoform dog, pawn shops, Ye Olde Pizza Parlors, bagels, and gold chains. Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/roadwork.
07/10/20161 hour 9 minutes 27 seconds
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Episode 44: Agnostic Wolf Attack

John Roderick and Dan Benjamin join forces to discuss American Express, orcish war machines, smashing roaches, "will cabins", sleep habits, wolf attacks, scuba diving, and deep seated fears. Links for this episode:Advion – Mass Spec Solutions for Chemical BiologyAmazon.com : Advion Syngenta Cockroach Gel Bait 1 Box(4 Tubes) : Home Pest Lures : Patio, Lawn &amp; GardenWolf attacks on humans - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaList of wolf attacks in North America - Wikipedi
22/09/20161 hour 38 minutes 12 seconds
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Episode 43: All About the Hohenzollerns

John Roderick, the musician, talks to co-host Dan Benjamin about visiting Portland, his XOXO talk, sticking the landing, Flight 93, performing live, engineers vs. rock stars, learning by reading, squid overlords, and his walk across Europe. Links for this episode:Chelsea Cain - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaUnited Airlines Flight 93 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia#HEYSEATTLE: WHERE’S THE BEST PLACE TO GET OYSTERS IN SEATTLE? - YouTubeJohn Roderick - Cinnamon (Live on KEXP) - YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gi1kBXsuK5s" class="link"
15/09/20161 hour 46 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 42: The Integrity of a Cardboard Tube

John Roderick meets with friend and Road Work co-host Dan Benjamin to discuss Matthew Broderick's role in keeping us safe, 300 baud modems, typewriters, the importance of maps, georgraphy, learning times tables, and furniture made of cardboard tubes. Links for this episode:WarGames - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaHow it was: Fan-fold paper and ASCII art | EE TimesThe U.S.: 50 States - Map Quiz GameTimes tables testBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—b
14/09/20161 hour 28 minutes 47 seconds
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Episode 41: No Room for Ninjas

John Roderick and Dan Benjamin talk about being sick, doped up bears, large rats, going to Alaska, shopping for hot tubs, the Swap Shop, kung fu, ninjas, anime, cartoon sex, and Princess. Links for this episode:Study shows this fish can recognize human faces - CNN.comFlea Market and Drive-In Theater in Fort Lauderdale, FL | Swap ShopCircle of Iron - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediablind Little Annie Fanny - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_the_Planets" class="link" target="_blank"
01/09/20161 hour 19 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 40: Fish Psychology

Musician John Roderick talks with his friend Dan Benjamin about spending the day in your sleeping uniform, predator eyes, owls, television station sign-offs, "Alaska Is", the Catholic Debate Squad, the time his dog ran away, the challenge of being a human being, a humanist, the benefit of religion and political ideology, and fish psychology. Links for this episode:Great-tailed grackle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRed-tailed Hawks ATX - Album on ImgurRed-tailed Hawk at MoPac and Far West : AustinSocratic method - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</
27/08/20161 hour 25 minutes 52 seconds
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Episode 39: Looney Tunes

John Roderick talks with Dan Benjamin about making an album, managing fan and listener relationships, taking criticism, meeting journalists, UFOs, and things that are meant to be. Brought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/ROADWORK). Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).
20/08/20161 hour 51 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 38: Sparkles

John and Dan talk about Clumping Cream's latest album "Turnin' Chunky", butter coffee, the affogato, bartender utility belts, the air buddy, sparkles, sprinkles, jimmies, cake donuts, dirt and grease, and blueberry pies. Links for this episode:Avogadro constant - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAffogato - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaEp. 00: &quot;Suit of Vomit&quot; - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannSuit of Vomit - Roderick on the Line Wiki - WikiaFruity <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Palmer_(drink)" class="link" target="_bla
11/08/20161 hour 24 minutes 50 seconds
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Episode 37: Three Cups of Coffee and a Dead Bird

John Roderick talks with Dan Benjamin about Navy vs. Air Force pilots, being an avid magazine subscriber, tank and horse battles on quora, fermenting juice, the longevity of food and coffee when stored on countertops and in hot vehicles, pushing food safety boundaries, John's experience with Jack in the Box and the 1993 E. Coli outbreak, toxiplasmosis, Jane Fonda's tortoise, a turtle named Sheldon, and John's relationship with Cinnamon Toast. Links for this episode:Bacon Method1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: Blue Apron (Check out this week’s menu and get your first THREE meals FREE—WITH FREE SHIPPING—by going to BlueApron.com/ROADWORK).<
05/08/20161 hour 24 minutes 7 seconds
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Episode 36: Dinner at the Hawk House

John joins Dan to discuss having dinner with someone you admire, differentiating yourself from the 5th graders, being arm-candy at a party, and what fame takes from you. Brought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat pants that you will ever wear. Go to MackWeldon.com and get 20% off using promo code ROADWORK). Harry's (Go to Harrys.com and you'll get $5 off your first purchase with promo code ROADWORK). Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free).
26/07/20161 hour 28 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 35: Mr. Yuck

John joins Dan as to open the history books about Minesweeper, John's lack of tattoos, leather pants, buying motorcycles, radioactive salt mines, the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository, living your dreads, joining the rugby team, and Harley Davidson. Links for this episode:Mr. Yuk - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaHow to communicate the dangers of nuclear waste to future civilizations.Urban Dictionary: yardsaleBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, u
08/07/20161 hour 51 minutes 56 seconds
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Episode 34: China Pig

John and Dan talk about carrying coffee mugs, stacking BBs, the coats of arms of military organizations in the Habsburg era of the Czech Republic, china pigs, Winnie the Pooh, licking buttons, the collecting gene, entrepreneurship, the perversion of college, junk-men, and parade culture. Links for this episode:Urban Dictionary: stacking BB&#x27;sstacking BB's George R. R. Martin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaPorsche 944 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: Mack Weldon (Mack Weldon will be the most comfortable underwear, socks, shirts, undershirts, hoodies and sweat
30/06/20162 hours 8 minutes 2 seconds
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Episode 33: Apocalypse Vehicle

John Roderick of Seattle sits down with Austinite Dan Benjamin to discuss the purchase of a police car, frisbee golf, the malaise years of the Carter Administration, Fox body Mustangs, visiting smelters at night, looking like a cop, the aquisition of an Apocalypse Vehicle, surprise nuclear attacks, EMPs, shortwave radios, Japanese holdouts, the artwork of WWI vets, complete ephemera, a quarter inch of gypsum, moustache quality, and albinism. Links for this episode:Airbus A320 family - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaChevrolet Camaro (third generation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaFord Mustang (third generation) - Wikipedia, the free
24/06/20161 hour 31 minutes 40 seconds
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Episode 32: Chocolate and Gasoline

John and Dan talk about the Bohemian Grove, revisit optional traffic lights, street sleepers, the Macintosh Company, the world's saddest clown, Mama Cat, perfect foods, and the Ampex ATR 102. In a special segment, John tastes chocolate and has one of his life's greatest epiphanies. Links for this episode:Bohemian Grove - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaPennybacker Bridge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThis Is Spinal Tap - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBest in Show (film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a href="https://en.wikipedia.
17/06/20161 hour 58 minutes 15 seconds
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Episode 31: Socks and Gloves

John talks with Dan about fume venting, driving, the Chateau, skin to skin contact, sidekicks, Evel Knievel and the Snake River Canyon, first exposures to porn, interacting with millennials, and heroic practice. Links for this episode:Hollywood California Luxury Hotels | Chateau Marmont | West Hollywood Bungalows &amp; SuitesShia LaBeouf Won&#x27;t Recover Full Use of Injured Hand - Shia LaBeouf : People.comShia LaBeouf Recovering From ‘Extensive Hand Surgery’ Following Car Crash - MTVUSATODAY
09/06/20161 hour 59 minutes 26 seconds
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Episode 30: Florida in Her Eyes

John and Dan talk about Helicopter-themed television shows (Blue Thunder), Magnum P.I., John's theater experience (Hot l Baltimore, etc.), Michelle Shocked, Northern Exposure, the A-Team, Foul Play, Greatest American Hero, the Bill Murray/Chevy Chase fued, and movie/year set-points. Links for this episode:Bell 407 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBell 47 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBell AH-1 Cobra - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBlue Thunder (helicopter) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Enemy_of_the_People" cl
27/05/20161 hour 34 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 29: There's A Lot of Stuff Inside A Bear

John and Dan talk about stolen sleep, interacting with the straight world, second sleep cycles, midnight wakefulness, what it means to be human, seeking a paleo life, the vagabond life, living on the skids, sleeping in the Aerostar, following your bliss, finding a 40 year old woman in a red Jaguar, a yard full of hound dogs, bear baiting, living inside the light dome, boogeymen, unexplained absences, forms of domestication, and a special relationship with a ski resort. Links for this episode:Ford Aerostar - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaTrainspotting (1996) - Final Scene [HD] - YouTubeMission | One Laptop per ChildBrought to you by: <a href="http:/
19/05/20161 hour 53 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 28: Casual Shinto Exposure

John and Dan talk about days of enchantment, hauntings, Triskaidekaphobia, growing old with dignity, Charlie Watts, jazz hipsters, the Hardy Boys, growing up with religion, speaking Yiddish, Messiah politics, timeshares, and harnessing the atom. Links for this episode:13 (number) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaTriskaidekaphobia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaCharlie Watts - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Hardy Boys - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
14/05/20161 hour 16 minutes 54 seconds
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Episode 27: The Vampire Cross

John talks with Dan about trolling car sites, the essence of cool, The Fonz, Formula 1, lifting of curses, and being normal. Links for this episode:The best vintage and classic cars for sale online | Bring a TrailerFormula One - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaVR6 engine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia10K Miles: All Original 1993 Volkswagen Corrado SLC VR6 | Bring a TrailerEuro Market S1: 1969 Lamborghini Espada | Bring a T
06/05/20161 hour 49 minutes 42 seconds
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Episode 26: A Glorious Revolution

John and Dan talk about Prince's passing, Kurt Cobain, humping songs, The smartest Beatle, converting insecurity into a lightsaber, The Emperor’s New Jams, sex, politics, and religion, idealogical purity, Ted Nugent's confederate army, and a glorious revolution. Links for this episode:Prince, Tom Petty, Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynne and others -- &quot;While My Guitar Gently Weeps&quot; - YouTubeRingo Starr - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSeattle News and Events | Prince: The Emperor’s New JamsBernie Sanders Fund Ra
21/04/20161 hour 29 minutes 19 seconds
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Episode 25: A Pint Glass Full of Meatballs

John and Dan talk about La Croix, olives, potatoes (which John calls fat dirt), tater tot guns, secondary body spray, eating in the bathroom, John's lady friend/special lady, Future John™, the clenched fists of determination, Neanderthal genes, golems made of mud, 6am meetings, guarding the perimeter, Mithril, sleeping naked, and silver underpants. Links for this episode:National Beverage - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaHome - LaCroix Sparkling WaterMuktuk - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMithril - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by: <a href="http:
14/04/20161 hour 51 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 24: Science Kids

Alt title: THX DAD John and Dan talk about John's recent experiment with being vegan, building princess castles, time spent thinking about food, addictive tendencies, the time Dan smoked pot, parking by the airport to watch airplanes land, the little devil on your right shoulder, Real Genius, James Spader, The Breakfast Club, Dave Matthews, pretention, and drinking coffee in your dorm room. Links for this episode:All The Great ShowsDal bhat - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaVeganism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaFluffernutter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a href="http://w
31/03/20161 hour 47 minutes 48 seconds
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Episode 23: The Day the Internet Opened

John and Dan talk about men who talk about prostates, "gypsy curses", the collected work of a lunatic, the Instagram of Michael Stipe, self mockery, beards, virus immortality, the Great Bear Motel, rooms available by the hour, the day the Internet opened, John's idea for late-stage-decay coffee table book, motels of the west, tackle shops, fishing the high lakes, the Lusty Lady, peep shows, refinishing guns, being born again hard, sitting on the knee of a hobo, mass fashion, Snapchat, and the nature of ego and identity. Links for this episode:John Roderick (@johnroderick) • Instagram photos and videos@michaelstipe • Instagram photos and videosGary Ridgway - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</
25/03/20161 hour 59 minutes 8 seconds
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Episode 22: All You Could See Was My Boots

John returns from his battle with a virus to talk with Dan about Russian baths, "the executive workout", terry cloth rompers, daydar, podcasting from home, legitimate businesses, private premises, cough buttons, Iron and Wine shows, becoming the "Al Pastor Guy", three weeks in canada, the top 10 most reprehensible things at SXSW, people in sweatpants, playing with a piece of thread, the purpose of the big long house, cartoon crazy eyes, John's cold stare which is always engaged, Dan's infrared sauna, survival blankets, and memorizing lyrics. Links for this episode:Seattle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaPhiladelphia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSong Exploder | Episode 28: The Long Wint
17/03/20161 hour 50 minutes 24 seconds
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Episode 21: Closed Head Injuries

America's top two podcast personalities are at it again. John recalls an Orlando mugging, wearing white jeans, getting in fights, murderers on the highway, living a life of romance, closed head injuries, nursemaid's elbow, and childhood traumas. Links for this episode:Nursemaid&#x27;s elbow - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMy Bodyguard - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMy Bodyguard (1980) - IMDbAdam Baldwin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMatt Dillon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
01/03/20161 hour 29 minutes 41 seconds
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Episode 20: Wall to Wall and Treetop Tall

John and Dan talk about John's heart being on the wrong side, vehicle repair and owner pride, rising like a phoenix, being the lizard king, Ray Manzarek and his hair, living on the cusp of greatness, non-famous dog selfies, playing under the piano, dressing as commandos, and raising goats to make soap. Please send packages for John to: Mr. John Roderick 815 Seattle Blvd Office 332 Seattle Washington 98134 Links for this episode:Like Water for Chocolate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaRay Manzarek - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaTacoma Narrows Bridge (1940) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a
19/02/20162 hours 15 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 19: Space Lizards

John and Dan talk about dentist chairs, marijuana whippet combos, near death experiences, and John's path from druggie to sobriety. Links for this episode:What&#x27;s the difference between an ocean and a sea?Sound (geography) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaList of isthmuses - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaGulf of Mexico - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaOcean - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<a href="http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Dr
05/02/20161 hour 20 minutes 18 seconds
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Episode 18: Seized by the Demon

John and Dan talk about international coffee, using illness as means to escape caffeine and nicotine addiction, finding inner peace and your natural self, and licking a South American frog. Links for this episode:Steak-umm - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaPink slime - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaAmazon.com : Maxim Original Korean Coffee - 100pks : Instant Coffee : Grocery &amp; Gourmet FoodHome |Manischewitz Wine - Products - Traditionals. Creams/Cordials<a
21/01/20161 hour 18 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 17: Knob and Tube House

John and Dan talk about salvage yards, the tearing down of Victorian houses and childhood schools, maritime maps, electrical wiring, the erecting of false walls, doubling down and powering through, the "Lady Carpenter", and the Flying Academy of Miami. John also opens several new packages. Links for this episode:The Handmade Business Coach - Steffanie HousmanOld Town Suds - Made with ingredients you could eat drinkCalligraphuck | HomeThe Drinky Crow Show - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJohn Roderick - Scared Straight (Liv
14/01/20161 hour 21 minutes 30 seconds
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Episode 16: No Raven Has Ever Brought Me a Button

John and Dan return for the new year in this special 2-hour extravanganza. John opens and reveals the contents of the mystery packages he has received. They also discuss macramé owls, taxidermy, dream guitars, zwetschgenmaennla, and spirit animals. Please send packages for John to: Mr. John Roderick 815 Seattle Blvd Office 332 Seattle Washington 98134 Links for this episode:A Beautiful Question: Finding Nature&#x27;s Deep Design: Frank Wilczek: 9781594205262: Amazon.com: BooksEp. 26: &quot;Go Practice the Car&quot; - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannLatest UFO News | UFO News Today | Recent UFO New
07/01/20162 hours 41 minutes 28 seconds
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Episode 15: One Foot in The 20th Century

John and Dan discuss faulty water pumps, becoming a turtle, efficiency for its own sake, the "cult of the best", interstitial moments, making art, compulsive self-documentation, and the lost history of humanity. Brought to you by: Cards Against Humanity (A party game for horrible people).
03/12/201559 minutes 46 seconds
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Episode 14: Jinx! You Owe Me a Coke Pt. 2

John and Dan talk about how they define success, setting and achieving goals, and continue their discussion about conspiracy theories, bigfoot, the fluoridation of drinking water, The Long Walk, the Roswell UFO crash, and the Bermuda Triangle. Brought to you by: Cards Against Humanity (A party game for horrible people).
24/11/201549 minutes 3 seconds
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Episode 13: Jinx! You Owe Me a Coke Pt. 1

John and Dan talk about superstition, jinxes, OCD, secret cabals, NFL money, surveillance, playing tambourines on the floor, real magic, and sociopaths. Brought to you by: Cards Against Humanity (A party game for horrible people).
20/11/20151 hour 6 minutes 19 seconds
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Episode 12: Intellectual Languages

John talks with Dan about his recent trip with John Hodgman, eating fancy meals, Cleopatra hair, Pendleton shirts, smoking pot and chewing tobacco, mixed media shows, foley artists, social scientists, metaphors of fire, and John's acquisition of Silver Medallion status. Brought to you by: Hover (You can get 10% off your first purchase by going to Hover.com and using the code ALLTHEGREATSHOWS at checkout).
15/11/20151 hour 54 minutes 23 seconds
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Episode 11: To Serve Man

John and Dan talk about John's mystery package, false Egyptian beards, reading in the modern age, receiving data, vinyl, authorship, and the Mighty Max. Links for this episode:The Twilight Zone - &quot;To Serve Man&quot;Free to watch on Hulu The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell On Amazon A Fan&#x27;s Notes by Frederick ExleyOn Amazon Brought to you by: Hover (You can get 10% off your first purchase by going to Hover.com and using the code ALLTHEGREATSHOWS at checkout).
06/11/20151 hour 59 minutes 9 seconds
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Episode 10: The Parts You Don’t Need

John and Dan talk about existential crisis, young coyotes, spirit quests, acid trips, Buddhist awakenings and the 4th Jhana, getting robbed, animism, talking to trees, long walks, and the vagaries of human experience. Links for this episode:Ep. 176: &quot;The Opossum Had Distracted Me&quot; - Roderick on the Line - Merlin MannBrought to you by: Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free). Foot Cardigan (Make sure you visit FootCardigan.com/RoadWork and get 10% off all subscriptions with the code ROADWORK10 at checkout and get yourself some crazy amazing socks). Squarespace (Visit Squarespace.com/RoadWork an
29/10/20151 hour 43 minutes 32 seconds
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Episode 9: The Hill People

John and Dan talk cover tremendous ground, from grammar rules to Libertarianism and Marxism, restrained chaos, things you can do in a restaurant, Benghazi tweets, getting punched by strangers, wearing the wrong baseball cap, american tribalism, and traveling with a ukulele. Brought to you by: Hover (You can get 10% off your first purchase by going to Hover.com and using the code ALLTHEGREATSHOWS at checkout). Foot Cardigan (Make sure you visit FootCardigan.com/RoadWork and get 10% off all subscriptions with the code ROADWORK10 at checkout and get yourself some crazy amazing socks).
23/10/20152 hours 8 minutes 11 seconds
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Episode 8: Sacred Meanings

John and Dan take an investigative look at fashion, talking about contrast-collar dress shirts (so-called "lawyer shirts"), playing against one's type, a prison of denim and cotton, cutting your own hair, modern-day uniforms, dressing like a space cowboy, Reservoir Dogs suits, Publix deli sandwiches, Hippy Big Buckle, and glasses with humanity. Links for this episode:B-boying - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBoogie Boys - You Ain&#x27;t Fresh - YouTubeCode wheel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaShoegazing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaBrought to you by <a href="htt
09/10/20151 hour 33 minutes 53 seconds
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Episode 7: Working Out with Logs

Dan talks with John about his internal world, finding succor, peccadilloes, creating peak art, Nick Drake, the garbage robot, space barges, wasp sports, the Rocky 4 Model™, working out with logs, a chronology of the rockies, the power of amateurs, the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter, peace sign belt buckles, getting into college, first indignities, and doing the little dance that leads to the big dance. Brought to you by Wealthfront (Visit Wealthfront.com/5by5 to get your first $15,000 managed for free) and Pond5 (For 25% off your next purchase of royalty-free media just visit Pond5.com and enter the 'ROADWORK' at checkout).
01/10/20152 hours 25 minutes 25 seconds
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Episode 6: Nebbishy Vulnerability

John and Dan talk about monetizing the pizza rat, criks, shanty towns, survival bags, pocket knives and switchblades, when to use a machete, the stockpiler impulse, the line between necessity and luxury, owning 24 blazers, the perfect spork, feather allergies, death dinners, post-apocalyptic fantasies, and misremembered hip-hop lyrics. Links for this episode:New York City rat taking pizza home on the subway - YouTubeYou Love Pizza Rat. You Don&#x27;t Own Pizza Rat | WIREDJukin Media: A multi-platform media and entertainment companyPizza Rat: Our newest obsession - CNN.com</
25/09/20152 hours 1 minute 45 seconds
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Episode 5: Barf. Doesn't matter.

John gets a speeding ticket and talks with Dan about automonmously piloted cars, instant messaging, being cocooned in neato, how social media may lead to the genesis of a sentient Earth, breaking Juan Gomez' Burton Woody, living in words, philosopher kings, the mind of Gaia, Martian exclamations (eggplant), and more. Links for this episode:Three Laws of Robotics - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaThe Three Laws of Robotics (often shortened to The Three Laws or Three Laws, also known as Asimov's Laws) are a set of rules devised by the science fiction author Isaac Asimov. The rules were introduced in his 1942 short story "Runaround", although they had been foreshadowed in a few earlier stories. ???? Hundred Points Symbol EmojiBrought to you by <a href="
18/09/20151 hour 46 minutes 36 seconds
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Episode 4: Pie from a Stranger

John and Dan talk about the search for automotive parts in junkyards, taking pies from strangers, the tendrils of insecurity, the cruelty of absence, emotional threats, a trip to Istanbul, clogged feeds, and the concept of giving. Links for this episode:INFJ Personality (“The Advocate”) | 16PersonalitiesTie rod - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaSynesthesia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaDana: The Practice of GivingMeaning of the Pali Word &q
02/09/20152 hours 3 minutes 6 seconds
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Episode 3: I Now Declare This Mall Open

John talks with Dan about his recent performance with Fiona Apple, the events which took place on July 25, 2008 at the Westfield Southcenter mall, and their musical "first-times". Links for this episode:Fiona Apple - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJonathan Ames - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaNickel CreekAmerican Beauty (album) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaJohn Roderick (@johnroderick) • Instagram photos and videos<a href="http://www.westfield.com/us/" c
26/08/20151 hour 41 minutes 45 seconds
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Episode 2: Trading Sandwiches

John and Dan talk about fixing cars, metal shop, handheld football games and pacman watches, exploding cigarettes, wearing vests, Wonder Bread Star Wars trading cards, sandwiches, square pizza, owning a thermos, smoking, varmint infestations and deaths, and spiders. Links for this episode:iTunes - Podcasts - Road Work by 5by5Morgan Motor CompanyMattel-Football.jpg 332×500 pixelsColeco_Electronic_Quarterback.jpg 1,704×2,272 pixels<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XxNy7uhhMc
19/08/20152 hours 5 minutes 57 seconds
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Episode 1: Scrambling Eggs

John Roderick and Dan Benjamin talk about rituals and routines, the privilege of being big, being introverted, stoping at stoplights, bad neighborhoods, making graveyards and fluffernutters, crumbling of bones, and making eggs. Links for this episode:I’m Sorry, but Women Really Need to Stop Apologizing | TIMERoderick on the Line - Merlin Mann5by5 | Back to WorkAll Is Lost (2013) - IMDbHearing News - Hearing Associates<a
13/08/20151 hour 54 minutes 52 seconds