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Thousand Mile Hug

72 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratings

Thousand Mile Hug is a best friends podcast where two real-life best friends Josh Heinlein (Austin, TX) and Joey Chance (Denver, CO) talk long distance over the interwebs on things they usually gab about on their routine Saturday afternoon phone calls. Each week, they pick a topic to base the episode around and bring up stories from their lives that tangent into other wacky scenarios they have wound up in over the years. Feel safe in the boy’s arms as we invite you to “get in here!” for a well-deserved thousand mile hug.

For topic ideas, questions, concerns, or inquiries, contact [email protected]. Use the hashtag #thousandmilehug on twitter!

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Episodes

TMH 70 - Call Your Friends (Special Binge or Cringe Announcement!)

April 06, 2020 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MB

Josh and Joey are back! Well, just this once. The boys are checking in on some guests they have had on the show in the past and have a very special announcement about a BRAND NEW SHOW they created! Binge or Cringe will be available on April 7! Here's the link to Joey's video, mentioned in this episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4eRCd0XwJw&feature=youtu.be

TMH 69 - A Whole Lotta Hugs (Finale)

May 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

THIS IS IT. By far the most explicit episode of the show, it's the grand finale! A bunch of guests return to throw a party for the boys and some new fun friends get on the mic for the first time. This episode is an extra special, extra long one - so buckle up ya chuckleheads! Big thanks to all of our guests, you mean the world to us and we love you.

TMH 68 - The Tooth Larrys

May 15, 2019 09:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Does Jon Snow love Taika Waititi movies? What does penultimate mean? A game of who would you rap battle, marry, and kill? And a surprise stop by the Tooth Larry family! It's the second to last episode yall!

TMH 67 - George R.R. Martin Lawrence

May 08, 2019 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

The boys talk about their live comedy shows and the eventual ending to this podcast. They're sad about it. And of course the talk about Endgame and the final season of Game of Thrones. Wait a minute...is this whole episode about ending things?! Will Josh and Joey stay friends?! Download to find out!

TMH 66 - Household Ottawa

May 01, 2019 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

Josh tells us what happens in the new Avengers movie. Joey talks about how the Game was Throned. Both play a game about band names. And they share their airtime with a new internet show about weird calls!

TMH 65 - The Living Room

April 24, 2019 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Well, well, well...guess who got the sickness this time! NOT JOSH. But did he get Joey sick? The jury is still out. The boys work on an improv format called "the living room" and do a couple of scenes.

TMH 64 - What Have We Done

April 17, 2019 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Yeah, we've been gone a while but so what! Josh had the flu, Joey is starting Task Rabbit because he is good at standing in line, and Game of Thrones updates are here!

TMH 63 - Wally, the Dog Juggler

March 13, 2019 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

Joey hosts the show with a new guy named Wally! He's a hoot (he told us to say that), and Josh shows up late. What a dork!

TMH 62 - Richard Pictures

March 06, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Joey got new glasses! Josh got new contacts! Joey got a dog! Josh is obsessed with a tv show! A special guest joins the show and he has a funny name!

TMH 61 - Oscars 2019 - Spoiler Alert!

February 27, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

This week is all about those hot juicy spoilers for the 2019 Oscars. Who is going to win? Or...who did win? And freestyle rapping!

TMH 60 - I Love Schmoozin'

February 20, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

The guys talk about potential 2020 presidential candidates, Joey's new favorite app, their first jobs, and how the Thousand Mile Hug Dos-and-Don'ts of nailing the perfect job interview!

TMH 59 - The Pasta Faizon of Houston Proper

February 13, 2019 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Boy oh boy were the Grammy's a DOOZY this year. And the guys have some OPINIONS about the winners, the losers, and the names of some of the bands. Later, they go out into the streets and ask people about nontraditional ways they spend Valentine's Day.

TMH 58 - We're Sorry ft. Molly Hardwick Smith

February 06, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MB

We have a VERY special guest on the show with us, Molly Hardwick Smith!  Molly is one of our nearest and dearest friends and is way funnier than both of us combined. Sorry, it's true. Also, we have Phillip Ceasar Phillip and Punxatawny Phil, aka Mr. Groundhog on the show! Check out Molly's clothing store, The Simple Kind, and if you mention you listen to Thousand Mile Hug at checkout, you'll save 10% on your order! http://thesimplekindclothing.com/

TMH 57 - Live from Madison Square Garden

January 30, 2019 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Well the boys really derfed it on this one. Whatever the opposite of a sold out Madison Square Garden is, that's this. Josh may have to go on a cross country trip with a stranger. Joey brings a new segment to the show: G&Vs with G&Ts!

TMH 56 - Keeping It Canon

January 23, 2019 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Parting is such sweet sorrow, and the super wolf blood moon is such sweetness, my dude. Hear the boys talk about their howling good night and then hear some exclusive early hidden tapes recordings from Josh's phone!

TMH 55 - A 2,000 Mile Hug ft. Matthew Hagerman

January 16, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

We have our buddy Matthew Hagerman on the podcast this week and he is moving 2000 miles away to Portland and we are really gonna miss his booty!  Sorry for the noise! Last minute mic situation!

TMH 54 - J Bones is Josh, Mom!

January 14, 2019 00:16 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Joey started taking improv! and Josh started pimping! You'll get it...once you listen to this rip-roaring (and very late) episode of the Hug. #thousandmiletotheoscars

TMH 53 - Santa's Iron Lung

January 03, 2019 01:27 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Hello, 2019! The Hug Boys of 2018 are now the proud owners of a brand new year and we plan on taking it by the horns baby! We talk about our Christmas at home and answer a bunch of fan emails!

TMH 52 - More Chog Than Head

December 19, 2018 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

What the heck is going on with the new Sonic the Hedgehog poster? What happened during the Blue Bell crisis of 2015? Seems these two boys are a couple of real gumshoes in this episode...figuring things out and stuff.

TMH 51 - The Story of Thousand Mile Hug

December 12, 2018 21:09 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

This episode is a little look back at how the boys started the show and why, and give a little advice on how to navigate a long distance friendship.

TMH 51 - The Story of Thousand Mile Hug

December 12, 2018 21:09 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

This episode is a little look back at how the boys started the show and why, and give a little advice on how to navigate a long distance friendship.

TMH 50 - Flapjack Homecoming

December 05, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

The boys are celebrating their 50th episode by having two Christmas experts on the show to debate some listener questions about the big holiday. Featuring special tunes, buds, and eggnogh...yeah that's right, eggnogh. Featuring Tyler Heath and Drew Griffith! The Oh Hellos are going on a Christmas tour, for dates and tickets please go to www.theohhellos.com/dates

TMH 49 - Pat's Cajamas

November 28, 2018 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

Al Roker, Thanksgiving, iPhone notes, metalcore shows, honestly what more do you need to greedy doofs!

TMH 48 - Grow Patterns Not Show Patterns

November 21, 2018 17:29 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Why didn't anyone tell us we missed a week of podcasting? In lieu of some of our guests' schedules, we had Joey's neighbor Arthur Cummingham on the show! Arthur talks about his dogs and nothing strange happens at all!

TMH 47 - FOMO

November 07, 2018 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

The guys get wise to the new hip happening lingo of the 20-teens. And another batch of Shipmate names comes in! All aboard the laugh wagon!

TMH 46 - Halloween Special Two!

October 31, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

It's the boys' favorite time of the year! What a treat to be able to release an episode on Halloween. To honor the day, Josh and Joey are showing listeners the podcast that got them interested in podcasts in the first place - Sippin' Tea with Vladislav and Sebastian!

TMH 45 - Darryl from the Chuckle Hut

October 24, 2018 22:31 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Joey and Josh are on the road, but that doesn't stop them from creating new sub-podcasts within this very episode. They invite their Lyft driver, Darryl, on for a chat and talk about the latest news with David Schwimmer.

TMH 44 - The Return of Steppani

October 17, 2018 14:38 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Josh and Joey talk about sharing public space and the proper etiquette for coffee shops. A surprise return guest drops in to show a different side of herself.

TMH 43 - Joey's Car Battery

October 10, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Did you know Joey had to change his car battery this week? Now you do. The guys play Dungeon World IRL and talk about grocery shopping etiquette and best practice.

TMH 42 - Goss Guys

October 03, 2018 16:09 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

AND WE BACK! Your Hug Boyz 4 Lyfe have taken a break but now they are back with all your favorite yuck yucks. And listen to a brand new segment filled with all the hot gossip about Ryan Gosling.

TMH 41 - I Have Many Painuhs

August 29, 2018 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

It seems our hosts have been lighting up the city of Austin with entertainment that can't be controlled. Also, Josh's neighbor is a guest!

TMH 40 - Hoidle Doidle Doidle

August 22, 2018 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

The guys celebrate their 40th episode by drinking a 40! In turn, they also discuss the cultural viewpoints of being drunk. Yeah guys, this has been going on for 40 freakin' episodes.

TMH 39 - Balls to the Wall

August 15, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Joey and Josh decide to play a quick game of Dungeon World set in the mythical town of Paris, TX and also discuss why secret bars need to seriously chill out. Our partner for this podcast is Better Help! Use the link www.betterhelp.com/tmh today!

TMH 38 - The Wienermobile Incident

August 08, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

The fellas talk about Beyonce, bachelor parties, and back pain. Another segment of Rejected and Guested has Amazon's Alexa wannabe, Dillon, on the show revealing how he got his iconic voice and more! The show's partner is Better Help! Go to www.betterhelp.com/tmh to get the help you need today!

TMH 37 - The Famous Fruit Scene

August 01, 2018 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Josh and Joey talk about venmo, stick and poke tattoos, and play improv games again, yall!

TMH 36 - Kurt Ferlander

July 25, 2018 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

The fellas catch up on the Red Rocks show, Stardew Valley, and have a new guest on for their rejected and guested episode - Kurt Ferlander!

TMH 35 - Aw, Crud!

July 18, 2018 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Josh and Joey give tell ya what games they are playing, give a preshow review of their Red Rocks performance, and have a special guest on the show for a brand new segment! Also they make way too many Futurama references!

TMH 34 - Big Ol' Onion Booty

July 11, 2018 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MB

Joey and Josh have been staying indoors this summer while they work on some of their musical projects - which you will hear about all on this episode! And Joey helps Josh learn how to interpret lyrics for the first time. This episode is sponsored by www.betterhelp.com/tmh - use this link to help our show and to help you!

TMH 33 - Tales from Planet Fitness

July 04, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MB

Josh goes in-depth on the World Cup and all the craziness that surrounds it. Joey has a potty mouth. They both regale observations they have at their gym. Go to www.betterhelp.com/tmh today!

TMH 32 - George G. Geef

June 27, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

What is Goofy's last name? Are the boys getting enough sun, exercising, taking their medicine? This episode is filled with weird stories from living in Austin, and a very special song by Joey and Our Neighbor Drew at the end!

TMH 31 - Jar Jar Isn't Cis

June 22, 2018 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

The world needs more joy, so the guys made a list of the things currently bringing them a lot of joy. And Joey finally tackles the Star Wars controversy for good. Our newest partner is Better Help! Go to www.betterhelp.com/tmh to get started on your e-counseling journey!

TMH 30 - We're Gettin' Dirty

June 13, 2018 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB

Oh yeah! Dirty 30 baby! This is the raunchiest one yet because the boys are feeling flirty and GERDy (GERD is a real daily battle for both of them). Plus a door to door salesman comes by for a visit!

TMH 29 - Life is Like a Pastry ft. Mike Yates

June 06, 2018 09:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

The boys have Mike Yates on this week, who is an acclaimed teacher, TED talker, and former roommate of Joey and Josh. They also bring in some of the strangest Ted talks they have ever heard. To check out more of Mike, go to his website at check out his TED talk! https://theincredibleclassroom.wordpress.com/ https://youtu.be/t2-RvClIZdE

TMH 28 - The Devil and The Nine Iron

May 30, 2018 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

Joey sings all the words to The Devil Went Down to Georgia and Josh talks about how he used to trip on purpose in high school. Also, two special guests come on the show to clear the air.

TMH 27 - Grind the Quizbeans!

May 23, 2018 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

In an all-new, delirious episode of the Hug, Joey and Josh decide to quiz each other on some very important topics. Plus an array of characters come out and Joey's family won't stop calling him about his dad eating a bad sausage!

TMH 26 - I Like the Hoo-Has

May 16, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

The boys got new mics, new attitudes, new leases on life. What does this mean for the show? They are gonna go bigger, harder, and faster and be the ultimate podcast for you and your ears to jam on. Aw yeah. Also they go on about craigslist.

TMH 25 - The Birds and The Bees ft. John Mark McMillan

May 09, 2018 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

We have our bud John Mark McMillan on the show and he teaches Josh about the birds and the bees and Joey takes the opportunity to try out his foolproof plan on how to make friends on our guest! To check out John Mark McMillan's music, tour dates, and more - visit www.johnmarkmcmillan.com

TMH 24 - Noodles in Paris

May 02, 2018 09:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

Have you ever had FOMO? Do you know how that feels? It feels like all your friends hanging out while you're sitting at your mom's doing your laundry! The boys talk about their FOMO and play a little game at the end!

TMH 23 - Bubby ft. Andy Baxter

April 25, 2018 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MB

We've brought in one of our very best friends to the show, the Master of Horror himself, Andy Baxter. This episode *goes there* yall. It goes all the way there and brings a box of popcorn. So I guess the question is: are you? Andy is half of the band Penny & Sparrow and their music can be found and purchased at www.pennyandsparrow.com

TMH 22 - Pizza Insurance Fraud (PIF)

April 18, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Josh and Joey reminisce on their last day of the winter/spring tour and discuss how to be good authentic friends. Also, Joey reveals his plans to commit fraud and become a master pizza pie thief. And they finally see some fan-made art!