Earbuddies
173 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsMusic made them friends; now, it's making them podcasters. Join Mat and Tim at the intersection of music, culture, politics, and jokes.
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17. Power Ranking the Black Eyed Peas
July 26, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBLet's get it started, obviously! In this ep, Mat and Tim prepare a definitive ranking of the members of the Black Eyed Peas. Who's the best? Who's the worst? Who's in the middle somewhere? The answer lies within. SONGS PLAYED: Black Eyed Peas - Don't Phunk With My Heart Black Eyed Peas - Boom Boom Pow Black Eyed Peas - Let's Get It Started Black Eyed Peas - Shut Up Black Eyed Peas - My Humps Black Eyed Peas - Pump It will.i.am - Yes We Can will.i.am - #thatPOWER Black Eyed Peas - T...
16. John Mayer Needs a Girlfriend
July 19, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBOur podcast is a wonderland! In this ep, Mat and Tim ask: what will it take for John Mayer to finally be happy? SONGS PLAYED: John Mayer - Last Train Home John Mayer - Born and Raised John Mayer - Daughters John Mayer - Vultures John Mayer - Why Georgia John Mayer - New Light John Mayer - Wild Blue John Mayer - Dreaming With a Broken Heart WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Vanessa Carlton - A Thousand Miles Jessica Simpson - These Boots Are Made For Walking Taylor Swift - Dear John John May...
15. Justice For T-Pain
July 12, 2021 06:08 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBDo you believe in pods after casts? In this ep, Mat and Tim dole out takes on Auto-Tune, pitch correction, and artistry. Is T-Pain bad or good? Was Usher mean to him for no reason? Can any schmuck sound like a superstar in the studio now? Answers await within! SONGS PLAYED: Kanye West - Heartless Cher - Believe Daft Punk - One More Time T-Pain - Up Down (Do This All Day) Usher - OMG (feat. will.i.am) Michael Bublé - Feeling Good Billie Eilish - bad guy Kanye West - Welcome to Heart...
14. There Is Nothing New Under the Sun
July 05, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBWhat has been done will be done again! In this ep, Mat and Tim break down the confusing world of interpolation in pop music. What's allowed? Who deserves to get paid? Are we doomed to hear only recycled ideas for the rest of our days? And how is LeBron James in the new Space Jam? SONGS PLAYED: Halsey - Without Me Justin Timberlake - Cry Me a River Machine Gun Kelly, Camila Cabello - Bad Things Fastball - Out of My Head Fall Out Boy - Uma Thurman Sam Smith - Stay With Me Tom Petty and...
13. When People Become Commodities: Britney Spears
June 28, 2021 06:03 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBIn this ep, Mat and Tim react to Britney Spears's request in court to have her conservatorship ended – and recall other artists in the 20th century who were taken advantage of for profit or otherwise. SONGS PLAYED: Britney Spears - ...Baby One More Time Britney Spears - Stronger The Beach Boys - God Only Knows The Beach Boys - Wouldn't It Be Nice Fleetwood Mac - Dreams The Ronettes - Be My Baby Britney Spears - Toxic Britney Spears - Sometimes WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Justin Timberlake...
12. It's Time To Talk About Jack Antonoff
June 21, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBAre we out of the pod yet/are we out of the pod yet/are we out of the pod yet/are we out of the pod? In this ep, Mat and Tim explore Jack Antonoff's career arc from cool indie kid to producer of the stars. Brace yourself for a measured take! SONGS PLAYED: Taylor Swift - Cruel Summer Fun - We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monae) Sara Bareilles - Brave Bleachers - I Wanna Get Better Taylor Swift - I Wish You Would Taylor Swift - Out of the Woods Taylor Swift - Look What You Made Me Do Lord...
11. Love, Theft, and Harry Styles
June 14, 2021 05:48 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBWe don't know we're great podcasters; that's what makes us great podcasters! In this ep, Mat and Tim consider the echoes of David Bowie that can be found in Harry Styles's cultural contributions. Is Harry playing a dangerous game? And what the h*ck happened to The Wanted? SONGS PLAYED: Harry Styles - Adore You Harry Styles - Watermelon Sugar One Direction - What Makes You Beautiful One Direction - Story of My Life Harry Styles - Sign of the Times David Bowie - Changes David Bowie - L...
10. Dumb Rock
June 07, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBIt's really good to hear our voices! In this ep, Mat and Tim dive into the deep, nourishing waters of DUMB ROCK, a genre of music worthy of much reverence and discussion. Later, they offer a defense of one of the most maligned bands of this century – and Tim gives Mat a little gift. [Note: this ep contains explicit language.] SONGS PLAYED: Buckcherry - Crazy B***h Saving Abel - Addicted Hinder - Lips of an Angel Shinedown - Second Chance Disturbed - Down With the Sickness Seether - B...
9. Remembering Adam Schlesinger and John Prine
May 31, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MBIn this ep, Mat and Tim take time to remember two musicians of tremendous influence whose lives were cut short by COVID-19. SONGS PLAYED: John Prine - I Remember Everything Fountains of Wayne - Hackensack Fountains of Wayne - Stacy's Mom Cast of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - Let's Generalize About Men Ivy - Edge of the Ocean The Click Five - Just the Girl Hugh Grant & Haley Bennett - Way Back Into Love The Wonders - That Thing You Do! Bowling For Soup - High School Never Ends Sesame Street...
8. Olivia Rodrigo's Teenage Dream
May 24, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBI know we're not perfect, but we've never done a pod for no one! In this ep, Mat and Tim celebrate the first blockbuster album release of the year: SOUR by Olivia Rodrigo. Why does her teenage angst work so well? Why does she remind Tim of Blue October? And should Joshua Bassett be fired into the sun? Grab your strawberry ice cream, take a car ride to Malibu, and find out with us! [Note: This episode contains explicit language.] SONGS PLAYED: Olivia Rodrigo - happier Olivia Rodrigo - dri...
7. American Idol: A Postmortem
May 17, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBWe're going to Hollywood! In this week's ep, Mat and Tim relive the glory days of American Idol, and consider why the show is less relevant than ever. SONGS PLAYED: Theme Song from American Idol Britney Spears on Star Search in 1992 Adam Lambert - A Change Is Gonna Come (Live) Clay Aiken - Build Me Up Buttercup (Live) Clay Aiken - Invisible Kelly Clarkson - Miss Independent Carrie Underwood - Before He Cheats Paula Abdul - Straight Up David Cook - Time Of My Life Daughtry - It's ...
6. Made In America: How Country Music Lost Its Way
May 10, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBCountry pod, shake it for me, pod! Shake it for me, pod! Shake it for me. In this episode, Mat and Tim bemoan the trajectory of mainstream country music, the shedding of the working class spirit, and the growing importance of identity politics within the genre. SONGS PLAYED: Jason Aldean - She's Country Luke Bryan - Country Girl (Shake It For Me) Johnny Cash - Oney Dolly Parton - 9 to 5 Toby Keith - Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue Michael Ray - Real Men Love Jesus Thomas Rhett - ...
5. Julia Michaels Is Pop Music's Not-So-Secret Weapon
May 03, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBWe've got issues – and one of them is how much we like Julia Michaels! In this ep, Mat and Tim sing the praises of one of pop music's most creative working writers, and analyze her signature sound. What makes it work, and why does it remind Tim of opera and musical theatre? [Note: This ep contains explicit language.] SONGS PLAYED: Julia Michaels - Issues Fifth Harmony - Miss Movin' On Theme Song from Austin and Ally Selena Gomez - Hands To Myself Selena Gomez - Good For You Selena Go...
4. Why John Williams Is the G.O.A.T. (and Why Hans Zimmer Is Not) (feat. Caleb Steele)
April 26, 2021 05:50 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBThe Academy Award goes to... this pod! Film guru Caleb Steele joins Mat and Tim to talk about the sounds of cinema. We consider the incredible influence of John Williams, get cynical about Hans Zimmer, and dive into one of the best soundtracks of 2020. SONGS PLAYED: John Williams - Fanfare from Star Wars John Williams - Theme from Jurassic Park John Williams - Binary Sunset John Williams - Theme from Jaws John Williams - Hedwig's Theme John Williams - Indiana Jones Jelly Roll Morton ...
3. How Travis Barker Is Saving a Dying Language
April 19, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBDon't waste your time on us, we're already the voice inside your head! In this episode, Mat and Tim trace the origins of emo rap to the pop punk renaissance of the early 2000s. Plus, how Travis Barker and Machine Gun Kelly are moving the genre forward. [Note: This ep contains explicit language.] SONGS PLAYED: Taking Back Sunday - MakeDamnSure Lil Peep - 16 Lines Hawthorne Heights - Ohio Is For Lovers Post Malone - Rich & Sad Juice WRLD - Lucid Dreams Yellowcard - Holly Wood Died LIL...
2. Taylor Swift Seizes the Means of Production
April 12, 2021 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBFight the power! In the second ep of Earbuddies, Mat and Tim consider the ramifications of Taylor Swift's opening gambit in her battle for control of her music. Is it a sea change for the music industry? Plus: a lot of gushing about great songwriting. SONGS PLAYED: Taylor Swift - Bad Blood Taylor Swift - Fearless (Taylor's Version) Taylor Swift - Love Story (Taylor's Version) Taylor Swift - Fifteen (Taylor's Version) Cardi B - Bodak Yellow Taylor Swift - White Horse (Taylor's Version)...
1. Prince, Lil Nas X, and the Fight for the Souls of Our Children
April 05, 2021 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBCall your congressman! In the inaugural episode of Earbuddies, Mat and Tim examine the moral panic brought about by Lil Nas X's latest music video – and consider parallels to Prince’s skill for courting controversy. SONGS PLAYED: Kiss - Prince Lil Nas X - Old Town Road Lil Nas X - Montero (Call Me By Your Name) Prince - Gett Off Prince - I Would Die 4 U SHOW AND TELL: Mat: Prince - 1999 and The Bangles - Manic Monday Tim: Ramones - Pet Sematary FURTHER READING: Los Angeles Times: ...
Grammar Matters Ep. 28: The End
April 05, 2021 07:00 - 11.6 MBAny last words? It's the last ever ep of Grammar Matters and Stuff That Isn't Funny! Unforeseeable tragedy has prompted Mat and Tim to consciously uncouple from this particular podcast. But fear not: the fellas have a new show waiting in the wings! Continue to subscribe for new episodes of EARBUDDIES: a podcast at the intersection of music, culture, politics, and jokes. Thank you for your continued support!
27. The Fall of the Apostrophe Protection Society
December 10, 2019 23:13 - 71.2 MBIt's an end-of-an-era ep! Mat and Tim begin by eulogizing the Apostrophe Protection Society, and consider the grim ramifications of its death (3:25). Then they tear through three more chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (21:10). The episode concludes with an exclusive sneak peak at the new hit podcast MIND, BODY, & SWOLE by Matt Schimke and Luke Charley (44:00)! It's time to make some gains! BOOK CLUBBERS: In preparation for next week's episode, please read chapters 13, 14, 15, and 16 of "Gir...
Grammar Matters Ep. 27: The Fall of the Apostrophe Protection Society
December 10, 2019 15:00 - 71.2 MBIt's an end-of-an-era ep! Mat and Tim begin by eulogizing the Apostrophe Protection Society, and consider the grim ramifications of its death (3:25). Then they tear through three more chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (21:10). The episode concludes with an exclusive sneak peak at the new hit podcast MIND, BODY, & SWOLE by Matt Schimke and Luke Charley (44:00)! It's time to make some gains! BOOK CLUBBERS: In preparation for next week's episode, please read chapters 13, 14, 15, and 16 of "Gir...
26. Bad At S**
December 05, 2019 21:41 - 68 MBDim the lights – here comes the steamiest ep yet! After profusely apologizing to their loyal-yet-disappointed listeners (1:15), Mat and Tim dive headfirst into THE SEX CHAPTER of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (12:00). Finally, the two buds mark four years of podcasting by paying homage to their first ever episode. (36:45) Now this is an awesome opportunity! BOOK CLUB BUDS: Please read chapters 10, 11, and 12 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis in preparation for the next episode.
Grammar Matters Ep. 26: Bad At S**
December 05, 2019 21:41 - 68 MBDim the lights – here comes the steamiest ep yet! After profusely apologizing to their loyal-yet-disappointed listeners (1:15), Mat and Tim dive headfirst into THE SEX CHAPTER of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (12:00). Finally, the two buds mark four years of podcasting by paying homage to their first ever episode. (36:45) Now this is an awesome opportunity! BOOK CLUB BUDS: Please read chapters 10, 11, and 12 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis in preparation for the next episode.
25. The Tell-All
March 29, 2019 10:27 - 34.3 MBTwo weeks ago, the Wikimedia Commons Art Museum was robbed. The two men responsible have been on the run ever since. Now, one of the suspects has agreed to talk.
Grammar Matters Ep. 25: The Tell-All
March 29, 2019 10:27 - 34.3 MBTwo weeks ago, the Wikimedia Commons Art Museum was robbed. The two men responsible have been on the run ever since. Now, one of the suspects has agreed to talk.
24. Hibernophobia
March 21, 2019 20:37 - 91.8 MBAll units, be on the lookout for this fugitive ep! After an art heist gone wrong, Mat and Tim are on the run, so they have some advice to share on how to avoid the cops (4:30). Then they seize the moment to discuss anti-Irish sentiment that persists even in 2019 (23:15), before diving into chapter 4 through 6 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (39:10)! Perception is reality, baby! BOOK CLUB BUDS: We invite you to read chapters 7, 8, and 9 in preparation for next week's episode. Today's sponsor: Groo...
Grammar Matters Ep. 24: Hibernophobia
March 21, 2019 20:37 - 91.8 MBAll units, be on the lookout for this fugitive ep! After an art heist gone wrong, Mat and Tim are on the run, so they have some advice to share on how to avoid the cops (4:30). Then they seize the moment to discuss anti-Irish sentiment that persists even in 2019 (23:15), before diving into chapter 4 through 6 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (39:10)! Perception is reality, baby! BOOK CLUB BUDS: We invite you to read chapters 7, 8, and 9 in preparation for next week's episode. Today's sponsor: Groo...
11. Gronk vs. Legend
March 15, 2019 19:27 - 62.5 MBThe Season Three premiere! Alleluia, amen! Your hosts discuss the grammar feud between Gronk and John Legend (5:15), then have a rousing discussion about copy editing (13:35). Afterward they tackle the longevity of Harambe memes (27:10) and Barb from Stranger Things (38:00).
12. Millennial Mistakes
March 15, 2019 19:27 - 74.6 MBSeason four has begun! Yahoo! Mat and Tim first give the longest introduction you could possibly imagine, then hop right into the big grammar news of the day, including: Ivanka Trump's podcast (17:30) and common grammatical mistakes made by millennials (33:00). Join us!
13. The Kenny G Problem
March 15, 2019 19:26 - 77.2 MBCan Mat and Tim follow up an incredible season premiere with an even better ep? You'd better believe it! The buddies discuss semicolons (05:20) and the moral decline of Bill Nye the Science Guy (21:50) – then they spend a night at the cinema (39:10)! Featuring a special guest: Tim's mother.
14. Acronyms (with Caleb Steele)
March 15, 2019 19:26 - 79.7 MBA long-awaited, very special episode – featuring a guest! Seriously? Mat and Tim are joined by acronym specialist and female-led film aficionado Caleb Steele to discuss whether grammar does, in fact, matter (5:10). They move to acronyms (8:30), the insipid creep of consumerism and capitalism (26:00), and female film directors (39:30). This oughta be good. Today's sponsor: Father's Day
15. Fun in the Sun
March 15, 2019 19:26 - 71.1 MBIn this flirty fun ep, Mat and Tim take their show TO THE SWIMMING POOL. Break out the suntan lotion for this one! Your hosts discuss the etymology of some pool words (12:00), then practice some sick dives (18:30). Later, their friendship is tested... (33:10) How does it end?! Grab your Ray-Bans and find out! Today's sponsor: Ron Jon Surf Shop
23. The Art Heist
March 14, 2019 21:47 - 78.8 MBA stealthy, sneaky ep has crept into your feed! Don't call the cops! Tim and Mat begin by voicing their frustration with – you guessed it – some dumb tweet (03:50). Then they unpack the first three chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (18:45). Finally, they pull off their greatest caper yet: an art museum heist! (40:10). Now THAT'S good audio! Today's sponsor: NFL Free Agency Week
Grammar Matters Ep. 23: The Art Heist
March 14, 2019 21:47 - 78.8 MBA stealthy, sneaky ep has crept into your feed! Don't call the cops! Tim and Mat begin by voicing their frustration with – you guessed it – some dumb tweet (03:50). Then they unpack the first three chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (18:45). Finally, they pull off their greatest caper yet: an art museum heist! (40:10). Now THAT'S good audio! Today's sponsor: NFL Free Agency Week
22. Two New Dads
February 28, 2019 23:22 - 76 MBCongratulations – it's a healthy baby ep! After a brief verbal tirade, Mat and Tim offer up some advice for new parents (7:10). Then they explain why "Wizard People, Dear Reader" is the height of human cultural achievement (29:35), before announcing the first-ever Grammar Matters Book Club selection (45:15)! We invite you to come along with us as we read the #1 New York Times Bestseller, "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis. Next week's discussion will focus on the first three chapters of...
Grammar Matters Ep. 22: Two New Dads
February 28, 2019 23:22 - 76 MBCongratulations – it's a healthy baby ep! After a brief verbal tirade, Mat and Tim offer up some advice for new parents (7:10). Then they explain why "Wizard People, Dear Reader" is the height of human cultural achievement (29:35), before announcing the first-ever Grammar Matters Book Club selection (45:15)! We invite you to come along with us as we read the #1 New York Times Bestseller, "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis. Next week's discussion will focus on the first three chapters of...
21. Grammar Matters is Cancelled
February 21, 2019 21:25 - 73 MBAw shucks, here's a ratio'd ep from Mat and Tim. They blew it! Today they discuss the concept of interpolation in popular music (04:10). Then, with a sigh, they delve into "cancel culture" on Twitter (25:25). Finally, they announce the start of the Grammar Matters Book Club! (42:15) Do you have a book you'd like us to read together, then discuss on the pod? Send your suggestions to us on Twitter at @grammarpod, or by using the hashtag #GrammarMattersBookClub. We'll announce our first book se...
Grammar Matters Ep. 21: Grammar Matters is Cancelled
February 21, 2019 21:25 - 73 MBAw shucks, here's a ratio'd ep from Mat and Tim. They blew it! Today they discuss the concept of interpolation in popular music (04:10). Then, with a sigh, they delve into "cancel culture" on Twitter (25:25). Finally, they announce the start of the Grammar Matters Book Club! (42:15) Do you have a book you'd like us to read together, then discuss on the pod? Send your suggestions to us on Twitter at @grammarpod, or by using the hashtag #GrammarMattersBookClub. We'll announce our first book se...
20. Planet Money (with Thomas Stromme)
February 14, 2019 22:58 - 83.1 MBA decidedly frugal ep from your best buds Mat and Tim! The fellas first hop into their auditory time machine to suss out which songs most perfectly summarize the 1990s (04:30). Then they're joined by special guest Thomas Stromme to talk about wealth, fiduciary responsibility, investments, and all things MONEY (34:25). Our incomes are growing higher and higher! Today's sponsor: U.S. Department of the Interior
Grammar Matters Ep. 20: Planet Money (with Thomas Stromme)
February 14, 2019 22:58 - 83.1 MBA decidedly frugal ep from your best buds Mat and Tim! The fellas first hop into their auditory time machine to suss out which songs most perfectly summarize the 1990s (04:30). Then they're joined by special guest Thomas Stromme to talk about wealth, fiduciary responsibility, investments, and all things MONEY (34:25). Our incomes are growing higher and higher! Today's sponsor: U.S. Department of the Interior
19. Grammar Doesn't Matter
February 07, 2019 23:02 - 65.7 MBFasten your seatbelts for this revolutionary ep! Whoa nelly! Mat and Tim make a stunning about-face on whether grammar matters (4:15). Later they dissect this year's Super Bowl advertisements (18:55). Finally, they enlighten the masses on how to build a thriving podcast from the ground up (32:25).
Grammar Matters Ep. 19: Grammar Doesn't Matter
February 07, 2019 23:02 - 65.7 MBFasten your seatbelts for this revolutionary ep! Whoa nelly! Mat and Tim make a stunning about-face on whether grammar matters (4:15). Later they dissect this year's Super Bowl advertisements (18:55). Finally, they enlighten the masses on how to build a thriving podcast from the ground up (32:25).
18. Smoke and Mirrors
February 01, 2019 01:39 - 48.8 MBThis is the story of a cigarette in a guest bathroom in an apartment building in a small town – and how that cigarette changed everything. Today's sponsor: ZipRecruiter
Grammar Matters Ep. 18: Smoke and Mirrors
February 01, 2019 01:39 - 48.8 MBThis is the story of a cigarette in a guest bathroom in an apartment building in a small town – and how that cigarette changed everything. Today's sponsor: ZipRecruiter
17. The Film Klub
January 25, 2019 01:54 - 96.1 MBAnother culturally rich ep has arrived! Hold your applause. In this episode, more malaise brought on by power-hungry pedants within the American criminal justice system (4:10. Later, Klub Steele is back by popular demand to discuss the nominees for the 91st Academy Awards (18:00)! Finally, Tim confronts Mat about a serious breach of trust. (50:55). Today's sponsor: The KrassenCast: Defending What's Left
Grammar Matters Ep. 17: The Film Klub
January 25, 2019 01:54 - 96.1 MBAnother culturally rich ep has arrived! Hold your applause. In this episode, more malaise brought on by power-hungry pedants within the American criminal justice system (4:10. Later, Klub Steele is back by popular demand to discuss the nominees for the 91st Academy Awards (18:00)! Finally, Tim confronts Mat about a serious breach of trust. (50:55). Today's sponsor: The KrassenCast: Defending What's Left
16. Judicial Overreach & Grammar
January 18, 2019 03:33 - 81.5 MBYet another saucy ep has arrived. Plan accordingly! Tim and Mat discuss a troubling legal case that involves good grammar (6:30), Taylor Swift's newly-released concert special (16:25), and wrap up with some tips on how to be a better coworker (34:30). Strap in! Today's sponsor: Beto O'Rouke for U.S. Senate
Grammar Matters Ep. 16: Judicial Overreach & Grammar
January 18, 2019 03:33 - 81.5 MBYet another saucy ep has arrived. Plan accordingly! Tim and Mat discuss a troubling legal case that involves good grammar (6:30), Taylor Swift's newly-released concert special (16:25), and wrap up with some tips on how to be a better coworker (34:30). Strap in! Today's sponsor: Beto O'Rouke for U.S. Senate
Grammar Matters Ep. 15: Fun in the Sun
July 06, 2017 00:06 - 71.1 MBIn this flirty fun ep, Mat and Tim take their show TO THE SWIMMING POOL. Break out the suntan lotion for this one! Your hosts discuss the etymology of some pool words (12:00), then practice some sick dives (18:30). Later, their friendship is tested... (33:10) How does it end?! Grab your Ray-Bans and find out! Today's sponsor: Ron Jon Surf Shop
Grammar Matters Ep. 14: Acronyms (with Caleb Steele)
June 20, 2017 00:09 - 79.7 MBA long-awaited, very special episode – featuring a guest! Seriously? Mat and Tim are joined by acronym specialist and female-led film aficionado Caleb Steele to discuss whether grammar does, in fact, matter (5:10). They move to acronyms (8:30), the insipid creep of consumerism and capitalism (26:00), and female film directors (39:30). This oughta be good. Today's sponsor: Father's Day
Grammar Matters Ep. 13: The Kenny G Problem
May 23, 2017 21:48 - 77.2 MBCan Mat and Tim follow up an incredible season premiere with an even better ep? You'd better believe it! The buddies discuss semicolons (05:20) and the moral decline of Bill Nye the Science Guy (21:50) – then they spend a night at the cinema (39:10)! Featuring a special guest: Tim's mother.