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Week One of Rio 2106 is over and we are here to hash it out! We talk strategy for how we could take synchronized diving, why "Mad Dogging" should be an Olympic sport, and why Megan wouldn't mind running into a scary Brazilian. Also, the difference between US and UK cooking shows and rocking' out with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Mostly though we talk women's sports and the woeful state of its commentary. You had to know this was happening...

It's the most wonderful time of the year! That's right folks, the Olympic Games start tomorrow and as a preview we are lucky enough to have as our guest Mike Beagley, a member of the US Olympic Committee and our favorite cousin (until the next one comes on the show). He tells us about past Olympic and Paralympic Games, crazy run ins with Ivan Drago (we are convinced that's who it was) and his picks for who to watch out for this year. Also, the night Megan was ROBBED, the awkwardness of running into your spouse anywhere outside of your house, and using our in to get a tryout for the 2018 Winter Games - Pyeongchang here we come!

More denial this week as we discuss the irony of a GoFundMe page to live off the grid, condescending centerpieces, and how we have Cupcake Wars to blame for much of the ugliness of the internet. Also, Mick Jagger now has more children than decades of his life, Katie and Jamie apparently are a thing, and if you are on Death Row you might want to give us a buzz.

It's ONLY HAPPY NEWS this week as we attempt to continue living in denial about the state of the world. We talk Stranger Things on Netflix (watch it), how children of the '80s are an untapped resource in our fight against the Axis of Evil, and how disappointing our profile would be on the mythical creatures version of Ashley Madison.

This week WE WANT TO BELIEVE as we talk all things Sasquatch with the co-founder of the Washington Sasquatch Research Team (WASRT), Steve Wilkins. We discuss the infamous Patty footage, burgeoning research techniques, and ancient Native American lore. We also talk with little brother Derek about why John Lithgow has a lot to answer for, why the Old Country Buffet may be the best place to stalk Megan, and the jerkiest thing two sisters ever did.  Sorry Derek - we'll do your chores this week.

Spoiler alerts ahead! This week we review the movie Independence Day Resurgence, a movie some have compared to the majesty of Iron Eagle 3 (take from that what you will). We discuss how this movie would have wrapped up much quicker if it was set in Mumbai, which Jillian Michael's workout this film has inspired us to try, and drop a RIDICULOUS number of Arrested Development references. Enjoy!       

This week we welcome our own little English Muffin, Nathan Jones, as we discuss why Scotland is the Effie White of Europe, why you have to be nonjudgmental if you're going to get a snack at Megan's house at two in the morning, and why you are taking a major risk if you're going to have a money dance at your wedding. #prayersforrio

We know you've been on tenterhooks to hear the second half of our review of Rolling Stones' Top 100 Albums. Well, wait no more, dear listeners, as we climb our way up the chart, but not before discussing why Bethany will be buying 100 tickets to the Policemen/Firemen's Ball this year, why Megan better scour her bed before going to sleep, and the GREATEST single achievement these two sisters have ever accomplished together.

This week, we discuss why Megan's house is a little like "Lord of the Flies", why Bethany is trying to slowly destroy her husband, and how we are losing listeners one story at a time. Also, we review what Rolling Stones Magazine considers the numbers 100-51 of the greatest albums of all time. ( I looked it up - it's "Giddy Up, Oom Poppa Oom Poppa Mow Mow").

What a treat to have Mary Doria Russell with us for the second half of our discussion about her book "A Thread of Grace"! We  also discuss her reverence of Kurt Russell's keister, take a stand for all Generation Y-ers (you know you're one if you can make those springy things with the bits you rip off the paper after printing the Valentine's  Day card you made for your mom off a dot matrix printer in computer lab - remember how carefully you folded those cards?) and the lengths we will go to to see Shaq play.

This week we have the enviable task of discussing the book "A Thread of Grace" with its author, New York Times Bestseller and two time Pulitzer Prize nominee, Mary Doria Russell.

This week we discuss why you should never judge the origin story of a taco, why someone at 20th Century Fox needs a calendar, and hear Bethany audition for Stephen Colbert's job. Also, hear the second half of our interview with Emily Richman as she explains why we all need some time on the couch, what the TSA could learn from reality TV, and why you should pray the light you see in your near-death-experience isn't a black light.

This week we try to not be offended as we discuss Tabasco flavored fingernails and why children should never be allowed to fly around with aliens for ten years, and have a seriously hilarious time discussing comedy with our friend, stand-up comedian and counselor Emily Richman!

This week we get into loaded questions and discover what very specific Jeopardy categories we would sweep, our shared love of nerdy Olympic sports, and why the FCC will never allow Megan and Shane to compete on "The Amazing Race".

The death of a Prince, a Coachella lineup made up of Rock Gods, and the second book by the Queen of American literature - join two bonafide serfs as we discuss an amazing week in the Arts and dissect "Go Set a Watchman" by Harper Lee.

We get our helmets and pads on, pick off the scab from our latest tat, and prepare to pants someone as we discuss the spectacle of roller derby with Fleetwood Smack herself! Though not before we discuss Johnny Depp's weird accent and try to figure out what went horribly wrong in Avonlea.

It's the most wonderful time of the year folks - MARCH LUNACY! (We really don't want to get sued by the NCAA). Cry over your bracket as we talk mispronouncing the names of beloved holidays (looking at you Arboor Day), whether Carrottop is a carbon-based organism, and d-lines made up of GMO papayas.

In this week's episode, Megan rejoins us in the crushing world of reality, Richard Simmons is found and the world says "We didn't know he was lost", and we review the lovely book "Pioneer Girl". Little House fans unite!

Beth & Meg host another "Bed In" while we discuss spending a year in space, the finale of Downton Abbey, moral dilemmas over at The Walking Dead, and whether the first taste of the new Ghostbusters movie is sweet or sour!

Here it is folks, the event you've all been waiting for - the 2015 Reddies! In this episode we award movies based on their excellence and the dollar we were required to pay to rent them from Redbox. We also discuss "Super" Tuesday, the Oscars that remind us about the more we know, and how Mark Zuckerberg is keeping us up at night.