S3E16 | Frank’s Tribute
Podcast Episode
Episode 99 | April 6, 2023
Host
Brian
About
The BTBs needed a good laugh, so Brian made his co-hosts watch the hijinks of Ray Romano in the hit family sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. In this episode, brothers Ray and Robert (giant actor Brad Garrett) are delighted to find out their hateful father Frank has been named Man of the Year at his terrible lodge.
The Barone bros are tasked with preparing a tribute to Frank, not realizing no one likes their dad. When Frank is angry at his sons for the video they turn in, it causes a long argument between Frank and his wife, Marie.
Half of this ELR episode winds up being a long-married couple bitterly bickering, a somewhat divisive plot decision among the Boob Tube Boys. Whatever your mileage, watching this thing will make you uncomfortable!
Highlights
-Everybody actually loves Brad Garrett
-A hard tonal shift
-Van presents YouTube comments
S8E21 | The Model
Podcast Episode
Episode 101 | April 12, 2023
Host
Brian
About
The Boob Tube Boys need a pick-me-up after last week’s depressing Frank and Marie fare, and “The Model” sort of gets the job done. It is structured as a traditional sitcom episode, and there are dance moves.
Robert is approached by a talent scout for a modeling agency while picking up Chinese food, leading the friendly oaf to take a meeting about how he might profit from his “modern day ogre” look. Ray’s jealousy leads to a spiteful attitude toward Robert even as the rest of their shared family is supportive. When the modeling gig turns out to be a scam, Ray feels bad and comes up with a wacky scheme to help his brother.
The BTBs wrap up Raymond by talking about which mode of the show they prefer, the Barone family’s psychological issues, and the curious depths of ELR YouTube comments.
Highlights
-Porky Pig has gotten laid
-Dogs for hogs
-All Cops Are Brad