LGBTQ Google searches for asylum in Canada are up, the importance of hiring for character over experience, and the future of the Space Shuttle Discovery are on deck this episode. It reflects the current situation in the U.S. and the implications of recent political decisions.

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A parody website and a new corporate logo are examples of rebrands with unexpected results. Tim and John examine name changes at the Kennedy Center, and PepsiCo’s new look. The geographic center or the lower 48 states is revealed and how about holetox for 2026? The “Father of Standard Time,” Sandford Fleming, is our Business Birthday.

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In this episode, Tim and John reflect on their podcasting journey as they enter their 19th year. The conversation also touches on the decline of traditional mail services in Denmark and the implications of strict DUI laws in Utah, culminating in a light-hearted discussion about New York City's iconic subway announcer.

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Mobile phone carriers, holiday traditions, and consumer activism are on the agenda. First, a look at the Swedish Christmas tradition of Kalle Anka, a beloved Disney special. Then the story of a hiker who was frozen in ice for 30 years. Mary Barra, the first female CEO of General Motors, is the Business Birthday. Shop Talk concludes with a discussion on boycotting ant-DEI brands during the holiday season.

We’re all business. Except when we’re not.

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Tim and John discuss a variety of topics including holiday preparations, the magic of the Rockettes, highlights from SNL, LGBTQ representation in Florida, the Abercrombie and Fitch scandal, and the rise of “Mormon” dirty soda as a popular beverage. They also share personal anecdotes and reflections on the holiday season, concluding with a nod to their partnership with Critics’ Choice Video.

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Shop Talk explores nostalgic themes surrounding defunct retail brands. But first, innovative toilet technology from Japan and the first photo booth museum in NYC Caught Our Eye. Kenneth Frazier, former CEO of Merck and the first African American to lead a major American Pharma Co., is the Business Birthday.

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In this episode, the topics range from winter weather and AI scams, to parenting in the digital age and the Trump administration’s stance on sign language services. They also highlight Taylor Swift’s generosity towards her tour staff, showcasing her appreciation for those who contributed to her success.

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Shop Talk dives into a study showing that somewhere between 73 and 76, our bodies officially hit the “bounce-back” breaking point. Caught My Eye unwraps VP Vance’s Hanukkah-invite-meets-Christmas card mashup, plus the wild personal life of Frosty the Snowman’s own Jackie Vernon—multiple marriages and a quaalude habit. Our Business Birthday toasts Johann Maria Farina, the mind (and nose) behind Eau de Cologne.

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