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Dear Pod,

217 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 85 ratings

A comedy podcast that looks back at the bygone era of write-in advice columns like "Dear Abby," Ann Landers, etc., to see if their wisdom still holds up in modern culture.

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Episodes

An Irish Exit

May 04, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

Sometimes you have to leave before the party is over. But that doesn't mean we won't see you again. Tune in for some laugher, tears and a bit of porn noises. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Lousy with Pineapples

April 27, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

IT"S OUR FOURTH ANNIVERSARY!!! We are LIVE in New York City at CAVEAT and we are going to GRAB some BAGs tonight! See what happens when we drag Moth up to the big city and give her a glass of wine. The Lower East Side will never be the same. Clip in your belly button ring, spray on your Elizabeth Taylor's: White Diamonds and descend down the stairs to the sub-basement where we will be raising a Mead-filled glass at four years of frivolity, letters, advice, sour stomach's and plenty ...

A Fentanyl Laced Gusher

April 20, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

If your phone rings, don't pick it up. You'll get RIPPED OFF. It's just Erin disguising her voice saying that she is trapped in Newark and needs you to send $5000 to her account so she can return home safely. It's a hoax. Cause no one goes to Newark. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We Shrug New York

April 13, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

WARNING: Today's episode may be ALARMING to some. Don't be surprised if you start hearing sirens go off, It's just that we are illegally breaking in to your funny bone and most likely leaving all of our fingerprints behind. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

St. Petersburg $hitter

April 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MB

This week we are going up, up and away to the world of AIRLINE TRAVEL. Should pressure drop at any time in the Maha'a Tiki Lounge, feel free to check under your barstool for a barf bag. Enjoy the show. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Gay Street. Bring Your Harps.

March 30, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MB

We've hired a DETECTIVE to find where are last bits of sanity have disappeared to. With the help of Jessica Fletcher and a Specialty Cocktail, we should have this mystery solved in just over an hour. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Legally Jesus

March 23, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

Huge guest/topic in the Maha'a Tiki Lounge this week. Well, we assume he's always with us. We are leaving a live mic on if he has anything to say. Please welcome, Mr. JESUS. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Erin Was Here

March 16, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 98.5 MB

Hope you have the TIME to fit us in this week. If you don't please find the time before we run out of time...........................the topic is time. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

And IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII...

March 09, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

You play with FIRE you get burned. You drink a Specialty Cocktail out of the Maha'a Tiki Bar, there'a a fire in your belly. See the parallels? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Finding Scott Stapp

March 02, 2023 16:00 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MB

Starting the month off with a GRAB BAG is like driving thru a toll booth and finding out it's free that day. What an unexpected surprise where you get booze at the end of your journey. Everyone wins this week! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Bangles & Birthmarks

February 23, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

It's time to make happy trees and beat our brushes. This week we are PAINTING and the Pineapple Ranch needs at least two coats. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A Pickle Wrapped Up In A Cigarette

February 16, 2023 16:45 - 1 hour - 107 MB

IT'S OUR 200th EPISODE!!! We are going live on Instagram and Facebook, so there is nothing that can go wrong. Put on your best bridal gown and tight dress shirt as a celebrate over two hundred hours of complete nonsense! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A Wicked Ruth Cleveland

February 09, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MB

This week, CHOCOLATE goes with everything. No time for sleep because the sugar high will keep us up for days!

I Have Less

February 02, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

And the AWARD for 'Best Podcast That Ever Was' goes to the very drunk crew at Table 6 from DEAR POD: The Comedy Advice Podcast. Could someone please wake up that drunk red-headed woman and tell her to come get her prize?

Sip & Enjoy. Chug & Accept.

January 26, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MB

Do you have to do that right next to m?. You know. That constant breathing in and out? Sorry. That was a bit harsh but I am CRABBY and IRRITABLE today and I have no patience for anything. Now, where is my cocktail??? It should already be here!!! Why are you making me wait??? Just leave the drink and get out!!!

The Wrong Hole

January 19, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

They tell us that we should celebrate. They make our lapels look fancier. And, they have always looked weird wrapped on a girl's wrist at a school dance. That's right. The Greenhouse is open and we are talking about FLOWERS. Find your favorite vase and grab your pruning shears for this week's bouquet of entertainment.

Again, Orchids Are Beautiful

January 12, 2023 19:54 - 1 hour - 97.5 MB

I'm just going to put my cold hand here. Now cough. You can trust me. I'm A DOCTOR. That's right. This week we are opening up wide and saying, "Ahhhhhh". By the time this episode is over we will have checked you for rickets, polio and shoved our hands up places only we professionals can get away with. Thank you for coming. You've been such a good patient, please enjoy this Specialty Cocktail. It tastes like a lollipop.

Outlook Not So Good

January 05, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MB

Welcome to a New Year! I can't think of a better way to get the ball rolling then to start off this new chapter with a GRAB BAG, That's right. The possibilities are endless and anything can happen this year. We're stocking up the Maha'a Tiki Bar for the season, we bought a giant jar of "Tums" for Patty and Erin is still annoyed. It's gonna be a great 2023!

Useless, Get Up!!!

December 29, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Stop looking at me that way. It's so loud. My head is about to split in half because I drank my weight in tequila on New Year's Eve and now I have a massive HANGOVER. Stayed tuned for the best "Hair Of The Dog" as Erin & Patty fill you with hot coffee and more booze this New Year's episode.

Not Without My Cabbage

December 22, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

It's that time of the year when you are looking for the perfect TOYS. for the not so perfect children. Let's face it, we forgive them for all of their short comings every Christmas and double down on the fact that they have to deal with your insanity when you're in your eighties. That's family. MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERYBODY!

He's A Sock Sucker

December 15, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

Look, I'm still in line at the COSTCO trying to prep for the Christmas Party at The Pineapple Ranch. So, I'm just gonna leave this GRAB BAG here for you to take home. Feel free to wrap it up, put it under your tree and give it to someone who needs to get introduced to DEAR POD. Oh crap. The woman in front of me has coupons! I'm never getting out of here.

Railed By Papa Smurf

December 08, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Somedays you have to look back and visit and ol' favorite. I'm not sure if these people can be considered favorites. They're my OBNOXIOUS NEIGHBORS. Wait...What? You say you can't hear me. I'm practically shouting at you but it's so hard to hear with my next-door neighbor blasting his music while his three dogs are outside barking at nothing. I SAID THEY'RE BARKING AT............oh, just forget it.

Turducken Of Crap

December 01, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Time to celebrate, cause this happens once a year. Yes, it's time to change the batteries in the smoke detectors and it's time to celebrate a BIRTHDAY. That's right. Every year that relative of your demands more attention on their special day and we are forced to bow at the alter of their fabulouslessness. So, light the candles, start the song and pray you got that thing for them in the right size.

Thanks-Gay-Ving

November 24, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

It's that time of the year where we come together to GIVE THANKS to family, friends, family who owes you money, friends who owe you money, and the dog-walker. Find your seat at the table, fill your wine glass, bow your head and say grace. Now pass me a big helping of DEAR POD. Deeee-licious!

Erin Maguire As "Blossom"

November 17, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 90.9 MB

What say we clear the palate at the beginning of this holiday season and serve you up a nice GRAB BAG episode? No? Well then, you will be the only one on your block who doesn't know the real story behind a wife's husband and his real sexual preference. I bet you can't tell how that story will end. Plus, we have booze.

You Voted For Taft?!?!

November 10, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

I'm sorry, Doctor. Can you please repeat your diagnosis? The second you said the word "penis" my wife burst out into a fit of LAUGHTER. Yes. Today we are going to point and laugh at all things funny or what we think deserves a good chuckle. For instance: A Priest, a Buddhist, and a Rabbi walk into a bar. It's not funny yet but mayhem is just around the corner!

Latter Day Spray

November 03, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MB

I'm sorry I'm so emotional today. Whenever I hear that there is a new episode of DEAR POD, I just start CRYING. Get out your Kleenex because this week we are going to make you weep so hard that you will be forced by the congregation to listen to the episode in that special room where we haul kids who scream during church.

Where's The Red Wine?!?!

October 27, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

Wow. There is no middle of the road answer for this one. You either love them or hate them. It doesn't matter. Because whether you like it or not, we are going to talk about CLOWNS. That's right. They exist in your classroom, at your place of work, even underneath your bed. So, put on your oversized shoes and grab a rubber chicken because you are going to laugh or cry your way through this episode.

Of Course, Of Course

October 20, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

It's that time of the year when we get out the cleaning supplies and extra trash bags and see how many SKELETONS we can remove from our closets. Was your Dad married once before and never told you? Or maybe you're about to join AARP but have your young lover convinced that you recently graduated college? No judgements here. But we will look. at you from across the room with that look that says, "You know that I know and you owe me one."

If Baloney Had A Face...

October 13, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 98 MB

Let me fluff up that pillow for you cause you're going to be laying in that COFFIN for a long time. Which one are you going to get? The one with the glass top or the racing stripe? After you listen to this episode, just like Patrick, the wood-chipper option is looking better and better.

He's An A$$hole Rising

October 06, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MB

Break out your telescopes! This week we are looking up. Nope, not at those sneakers dangling from the telephone wire but a bit higher. To the stars, Baby! It's all about ASTROLOGY. What's your sign, good lookin'? I'm a Herpes. And, I would love to see my moon in Uranus. So, can I buy you a Specialty Cocktail?

I'm Look'in For My Kah-Kees

September 29, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Let's take a moment to be respectful. Now, bow your heads and curtsey because the ROYALS have just entered the building. If we play our cards right, by the end of this episode we shall be known as Dame Erin, Lady Patrick & Lord Jules coming to you live from the Maha'a Tiki Lounge in the beautiful Pineapple Castle. Grab your corgis and put on your crowns as we step on the balcony and greet the new episode.

I'm Hair Voyant!

September 22, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 97.1 MB

It's Thursday and you know what that means? Salisbury Steak Day. Oh yeah. That and a GRAB BAG. Can you make a decent cup of coffee? Is your husband a Smarty Pants and you feel like a Dumb Dora? Well, it's time to click PLAY and listen to us jibber-jabber and solve the problems of the world. It should only take an hour.

Presented By Hertz

September 15, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 99.8 MB

School has started and Andrew is at it again. He has his nose so far up our teacher's butt. He is the ultimate TEACHER'S PET. Yes. as much as we wanted to highlite the goody-two-shoes that became personal assistants to our grammar school teachers, watch how fast this topic can take a hard, left turn. Now, before we begin, will you be a doll and go outside and clap those erasers clean so we can start the show?

I Pledge A Large A$$

September 08, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MB

Hey, what did you bring for LUNCH? Can I trade you this delicious cucumber and sprouts for your PB&J? Or, should we just walk over to your house for our lunch hour and have your Mom make us something? Hope you brought your appetites for this week's brown bag of mystery meat.

Throw Balls At Kids

September 01, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MB

Are you still in bed??? You're going to be late for SCHOOL. Yup, it's that time again. Time to put on your new Thom Mcan's, get on the bus all blurry-eyed and start figuring out what is going to be a good trade at lunch for that Pimento sandwich your father packed for you. There's the first bell. Let's start the show!

Gauntlet Of Torture

August 25, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MB

You can't tell me what to do! You're not my mother! You're my STEPMOTHER. They have gotten a bad wrap in movies for decades. How will they fare on a weekly comedy advice podcast? Only one way to find out. Ask friend to listen to the episode then explain it to you. Problem solved.

Tetes & Followers

August 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

Have you guys ever met my STEPDAD? He's alright. Smells a little bit like pickles but he makes my Mom happy. I saw a dirty movie the other day where a stepdad made is wife happy, his stepdaughter elated and his stepson confused. Movies are powerful. They make you think.

Face Grabber, Mouth Kisser

August 11, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 98.9 MB

OK. Once and for all. Can someone please answer this question I have when boarding an AIRPLANE? If the person in front of me weighs 400 pounds, why I am paying extra for my luggage when it's only three pounds over weight? I'll never understand. SAFETY PROCEDURE: If this episode of DEAR POD hits turbulence, you will find a floating device under your seat and mini bottles of booze will fall from above. NOW BOARDING!

Expando Salado!

August 04, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 80 MB

Do me a favor. I've been on hold with EZPass for the last forty-five minutes. Can you GRAB that BAG for me? I think I've got some old crowns for my teeth in there and a TV set that I stole from my grandparents. Intrigued yet. Well, grab a cocktail and get comfortable.

Eight Squares

July 28, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MB

This week we offer a necessity in each and everyone's life on this planet. TOILETS & TOILET PAPER. That's right. Not since the Summit talks of our great leaders has there been a topic more vital, important & flushable. Now stand or sit. It's your choice. Just remember to wipe back to front while listening. It's more sanitary that way.

You Got Nails!

July 21, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 95.9 MB

Let's just call them as we see them. SLUTS, TRAMPS & WHORES. We are not only including our two sexy hosts in this category but anyone who has gone through a very "randy" period in their life. Ohhhh, get out the good china, cause I am feeling dishy for this week's episode!

Send Us A Plumper

July 14, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

This episode is going to the dogs. HOT DOGS to be exact. Wow. Week after week we dive into the topics that are at the cutting edge. How do we do it? Maybe next week we'll talk about...dare I say...Cheese. Maybe not. Too risky. We don't want to be canceled.

Shack Of Sit

July 07, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 92.1 MB

This might be the most delicious episode yet because today we are serving CAKE. That's right. The buttercream is spread, the candles are placed and we are bringing you a three tiered dessert showpiece of vanilla and chocolate goodness. Let's dig into this weeks slice of knowledge and complaining.

Dear Lesbian,

June 30, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 104 MB

GUEST ALERT!!! Batten down the hatches because we are wrapping up Gay Pride Month celebrating: LESBIANS, Blanche. LESBIANS! And who better to be this years Grand Marshal for the DEAR POD PRIDE PARADE, than comedian and special guest, LIZ GLAZER. Get out your self help books and decaffeinated teas. The red light is blinking and we are on the air!

Who Put Vagisil In Bananas?

June 23, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

What a beautiful summer day for a GRAB BAG. From prescription drugs to Chatty Kathy's in line, we are all over the place today. Let's not waste a minute's time. If you're lost, just drive up to that house, blow you horn and ask which is the fastest route to Dear Pod?

Is There Salad At Fenway?

June 16, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 95 MB

Get ready to Hock a Loogie, because today we are being completely gross and SPITTING our way through this episode. Why do baseball players spit throughout their games? Why does Grandma use the spittoon? If you think we have the answers to these questions...well...are you in for a surprise. Put on your rain gear, this one is going to be slippery.

Shakin' The Dots

June 09, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

Shhhh. Try not to wake her up. Any minute now Erin will be SLEEP TALKING and it will be the funniest/most terrifying thing you'll experience all month. Do people really spill hidden secrets when they're running off at the mouth at the same time they're in La La Land? Grab your favorite pillow and some Sleepy-Time Tea as we count sheep during this week's adventure.

I Blew Gershwin

June 02, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 86 MB

It's time to pull off the highway and find the nearest HOTEL or MOTEL to stay in. Because I can't keep my eyes open anymore. This week we'll attempt to figure out how much we should tip the maid staff and how to convince our spouses that the random two hour room charge from that motel was just a business expense so my secretary can do some necessary dictation. Let's invade the mini bar and get this week's episode started!

Is This A Podcast?

May 26, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MB

GUEST ALERT!!! All hell has broken loose. Jules has kicked Erin and Patty out of the Maha'a Tiki Lounge for the day and has taken over the airways. Because, this week, we are celebrating THE MOTH REPORT! Grab your sugary dessert wine and Krispy Kreme donut as we laugh with the "Merry Maker" from Arlington, MA. MOTH is in the house and she has a lot to say. God Help Us All.