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TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

TBTL

300 episodes

TBTL is a daily show hosted by two longtime friends goofing their way through the world the best they can.

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Join Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh as they cover the most important topics of the day, from 25 year-old film reviews to whether or not Andrew's neighbors are secretly using his garbage bins.

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  1. #4844 One Ring To Fool Them All

    · 1 h 15 min · Episode 4844

    Luke, Jon and Andrew discuss an incredibly cruel cybersecurity test that the Knicks organization sent out to its employees. Plus, Andrew tries to decode a TikTok video that's making the rounds. And a listener explains…

  2. #4843 You Can Hear Everything

    · 2 h 22 min · Episode 4843

    Today's show is a 2-for-1 deal! Luke and Andrew begin with a classic Friday Fridge Cleanout with stories about the search for Amelia Earhart's plane and the woman who captured America's heart when she ran into Conan…

  3. #4842 April In The E

    · 1 h 53 min · Episode 4842

    Andrew made a trip to downtown Edmonds yesterday, where he discovered something he should have known about a long time ago. He and Luke also contrast and compare the Sunday Night Football theme of 2026 vs 1995. And…

  4. #4841 Third Blarty Politics

    · 1 h 19 min · Episode 4841

    Luke and Andrew discuss their confusion around tree rings, their love of Patti Harrison, and their emotional investment in a legless crab that is getting famous on TikTok. They also watch a pandemic-era, drug-fueled…

  5. #4840 How To Train Your Rock

    · 1 h 35 min · Episode 4840

    Luke and Andrew discuss how the spirit of "Live Laugh Love" signs never went away, the font just changed. They also discuss an incredible, in-depth story about the rise of micro-dramas and how they are changing the…

  6. #4839 50 First Fever Pitches

    · 1 h 45 min · Episode 4839

    Luke and Andrew discuss the huge opening weekend for Nathan Fielder's documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, which Andrew saw, but promises not to spoil today. Luke is more and more impressed with his AI chatbot after it…

  7. #4838 Does This Sound Like A Girlfriend Robot?

    · 1 h 06 min · Episode 4838

    It was the best of times, it was the blurst of times as Luke and Andrew bemoan the Seahawks and celebrate the Milwaukee Brewers today. They also discuss the funny, fan-made Conan O'Brien appreciation poster that has…

  8. #4837 Live And Let Diaper

    · 1 h 28 min · Episode 4837

    Luke and Andrew discuss the delightful local radio ads that are airing during the Milwaukee Brewers playoff games. They also look into the strange case of a Chicago billionaire accused of hiring people to feed rats in…

  9. #4836 The Bin Keeps The Score

    · 1 h 05 min · Episode 4836

    One of Andrew's favorite places in Los Angeles is embroiled in a public garbage dispute, and the owner is not mincing words. Plus, Luke and Andrew weigh-in on the biggest scandal of the day: Kelly Clarkson vs a…

  10. #4835 Who Is Your Battery Daddy And What Does He Do?

    · 1 h 16 min · Episode 4835

    Luke and Andrew discuss their approach to tidiness, drain cleaning, book organization and cohabitation as Luke considers a new phase of his life.

  11. #4834 I Was Saying "Boozardo"

    · 1 h 31 min · Episode 4834

    Luke is processing his feelings after clashing with a friend during the Seahawks game yesterday. Andrew admits to writing in to a radio show to correct them on a commonly misused word. And a listener triesto offer…

  12. #4833 Mutiny, But In A Good Way

    · 1 h 41 min · Episode 4833

    Luke is getting a little itchy about some online comments regarding one of his upcoming CBS stories. Andrew (and Listener Mark) correct the record regarding a controversial photo. Plus, something Luke said a few weeks…

  13. #4832 Hot Buys In Your Area

    · 1 h 35 min · Episode 4832

    Luke is dismayed about a photo of him that is being used to promote his upcoming appearance on the Omnibus podcast. Andrew also tries to help him come up with some good topics for that show. They also discuss senior…

  14. #4831 Lying About Graphic Design Is My Passion

    · 1 h 52 min · Episode 4831

    The new Sylvester Stallone film has Luke and Andrew discussing biopics in general and the old KOMO midday show Northwest Afternoons in particular. Plus, Andrew's most recent fight with a robot gets him and Luke…

  15. #4830 Fabuloso With Benefits

    · 1 h 27 min · Episode 4830

    A beloved comedian's new satellite radio channel is stirring up trouble amongst his fellow performers. Plus, a child is taking the internet by storm with his passion for found toilet bowls. And Andrew and Luke discover…

  16. #4829 Fifty Shades Of Separation

    · 1 h 49 min · Episode 4829

    Luke pulled an honest-to-gosh caper this weekend after running the Portland half marathon. Andrew makes a big personal discovery regarding the Dakotas. And they discuss the movie Digger's extremely poor showing at the…

  17. #4828 Case Klobed

    · 1 h 18 min · Episode 4828

    Luke really enjoyed the new documentary about the history of concrete, but it also cemented his opinion about reserved seats in theaters. He and Andrew also clean out the TBTL Topic Fridge and discuss the senator who…

  18. #4827 Sweet Child Of Minecraft

    · 1 h 17 min · Episode 4827

    Luke and Andrew are absolutely delighted by Mike Tomlin's tour of his Minecraft world, which streamed live on YouTube last night. Plus, Luke loves Pablo Torre, but he has a nit to pick.

  19. #4826 It's Always Darkest Before The Don

    · 1 h 40 min · Episode 4826

    Luke introduces Andrew to a whole new cleaning concept that appeals to him VERY MUCH. Luke also found himself in a Boston barbershop that Andrew wants to visit VERY MUCH. And they hear from a listener who shares her…

  20. #4825 Work Smarter, Not Garter

    · 1 h 22 min · Episode 4825

    Luke and Andrew are weirdly delighted to hear about a longtime NFL coach's 12-year Minecraft project. They also discuss a Minnesota woman's massive collection of Wedding Crashers DVDs and what she's doing with the…

  21. #4824 Duck Duck Don't

    · 1 h 24 min · Episode 4824

    A corporate dispute between a grocery store and an energy drink company somehow leads Andrew to invent a new cocktail he calls "The Zinger." Plus, Luke had a major meltdown at Great Clips in southern Washington over…

  22. #4823 You Can't Handle The Tooth

    · 1 h 20 min · Episode 4823

    Luke had a surprise visitor come to his home last night, and it was quite a trip. He and Andrew also try to discuss the NYT's list of the best television of the 21st century, but instead end up talking about an obscure…

  23. #4822 Blessed St. Benoodle Day

    · 1 h 41 min

    Luke's friend was scared out of her mind by a horrifying phone scam, which reminds Andrew of a recent hoax involving Bruce Valanch and an A.I. version of Terry Gross. They also discuss the ins-and-outs of the Seahawks…

  24. #4821 This Is The Droid I Was Looking For

    · 1 h 11 min · Episode 4821

    Luke is wrapping up his time in LA with some disappointing run-ins with stinky Waymos and rude dog people. Andrew tells the story of the time he thought he had spiders living inside of him, and how it relates to robot…

  25. #4820 Droning Off And Off

    · 1 h 14 min · Episode 4820

    Luke is stuck in LA not reporting on a story that seems to be hitting a dead-end. Andrew stumbles onto a controversy by enjoying the sound of pickleball. And speaking of noise complaints, a town in Texas is being…

  26. #4819 Garage Sale Maturity

    · 1 h 10 min · Episode 4819

    Andrew had an incredible Sunday filled with yard sales and football, but even that couldn't compete with the true pleasure he's been experiencing at his local home goods store. Luke had a surprisingly good time in…

  27. #4818 Howard's End

    · 1 h 44 min · Episode 4818

    Luke sat down to watch the new HBO version of the Howard Stern show last night and has a lot of thoughts. Andrew's gearing up for what might be the best yard sale adventure of his life. They also discuss the Hyrox…

  28. #4817 It's Like I'm Having A Tea Party With Myself

    · 1 h 40 min · Episode 4817

    Andrew has a huge mea culpa that he cannot wait to air out at the beginning of today's show. Plus, Luke might actually be official over the Howard Stern show for reasons Andrew can empathize with. And Luke is enjoying…

  29. #4816 Inherent ICE

    · 1 h 46 min

    Luke gets some clarity on both the animal he saw on the riverbed yesterday and the animal he saw on his hotel's logo. Meanwhile, Andrew had an encounter outside his house that he won't soon forget.

  30. #4815 Wood You Beave Me Alone?

    · 1 h 01 min · Episode 4815

    Luke joins the show from his future home of Stowe, Vermont, where he made friends with a woodchuck yesterday. Or maybe it was a beaver. Or was it a muskrat? Plus, Andrew's dreamscapes are expanding to include TBTL…

  31. #4814 Tussin Up A Storm

    · 1 h 41 min · Episode 4814

    Luke is in Vermont after learning that Florida's lawnmower races aren't really about lawnmowers anymore. Meanwhile, Andrew is toughing out an old fashioned head cold -- they likes of which he hasn't had in a long, long…

  32. #4813 Beats By Drew

    · 1 h 24 min · Episode 4813

    Luke and Andrew finally catch up on this week's exciting Seahawk's Seahawks game and, of course, the State Of The Text Thread. Meanwhile, Luke is in Orlando, where his concierge is catching him up on the latest King of…

  33. #4812 Who Is Your Crawdaddy And What Does He Do?

    · 1 h 13 min · Episode 4812

    Luke is on his way to Florida, but before he catches his flight, Andrew has him take the New York Times' dialect quiz to see how well the data can pinpoint where Luke is from.

  34. #4811 And Asimov Wept

    · 1 h 19 min

    Andrew found himself shocked halfway through a conversation with someone whom he *thought* was a sales rep yesterday. Plus, he and Luke are more and more amped for the new Nathan Fielder documentary about Elizabeth…

  35. #4810 Fair Enough

    · 1 h 04 min · Episode 4810

    Luke discusses how his love of sitting intersected with his trip to the Oregon State Fair yesterday…and how a Red Dawn-esque dance routine killed the vibes. Plus, Andrew announces several upcoming Ten meetups in the…

  36. #4809 Audio Dysmorphia

    · 53 min · Episode 4809

    Luke and Andrew both had public appearances scheduled for Friday, and they check-in to find out how everything went. Plus, Luke's gearing up for a fun Labor Day at the fair. And Nathan Fielder reveals a new documentary…

  37. #4808 There Are Three Kyles Inside You

    · 1 h 30 min · Episode 4808

    Luke is doing stand up comedy in front of thousands of people tonight, and he is very nervous on a number of levels. He and Andrew discuss the damage that human urine is causing on Mt. Everest -- and whether or not…

  38. #4807 Bikumon Barista

    · 1 h 36 min · Episode 4807

    Andrew is excited to reconnect with his and Luke's former colleague on the radio tomorrow. Luke is enjoying his new iPod more than he thought he might. And they're both trying to use MapQuest after Google Maps (once…

  39. #4806 A Slurp Of Seattle

    · 1 h 21 min · Episode 4806 · Explicit

    Luke bought something off the TikTok store that is both exciting and -- if he's being honest -- not particularly useful. Andrew has an update on the Seattle grocery bagging competition after accidentally doing some…

  40. #4805 The Legend Of Bagger Walsh

    · 1 h 25 min · Episode 4805

    Andrew is frustrated in his attempts to track down the details of a local grocery bagging competition. He also got a discount on the biggest sausage ever sold west of the Mississippi. Meanwhile, Luke is getting a lot…

  41. #4804 Three Bros, Jaboting It Up!

    · 1 h 30 min · Episode 4804

    Jon joins the show so he and Luke can open the special packages that listener Summer sent to them. Plus, Luke is obsessed with the story of a scammer who convinced his victims that he was a professional NFL player. Jon…

  42. #4803 A Murder Of Grapes

    · 1 h 27 min · Episode 4803

    The seasons are juuuust beginning to change, and Luke and Andrew have differing feelings about that. Plus, Andrew is 5 months into dog ownership and is now ready to start doling out advice. And Luke has to solve a…

  43. #4802 The Terraced Watch List

    · 1 h 49 min · Episode 4802

    Luke and Andrew discuss how they are the polar opposites when it comes to home ownership. Luke has also been catching up on Hard Knocks and really enjoying it. Meanwhile, Andrew is playing dangerous games with his…

  44. #4801 Aye Aye Aye Don't Know About That

    · 1 h 32 min · Episode 4801

    Luke and Andrew discuss all the coverage they've been seeing and hearing about Dolly Parton and how it's touching and inspiring them. They also talk about Luke's uncomfortable relationship with the 2026 Seattle…

  45. #4800 The Dispeptic Podiatrist

    · 1 h 13 min · Episode 4800

    Jon joins Luke and Andrew for a special "Save the Date" announcement regarding TBTL's 5000th episode celebration. They also celebrate the fact that they're officially better podcasters than Megan and Harry. And they…

  46. #4799 The Dishwasher That Won The War!

    · 1 h 47 min · Episode 4799

    Luke accidentally found himself staying in a hotel with ties to a cult. He and Andrew also discuss some of Mitch Hurwitz's lesser known projects and a Richard Dreyfus vehicle that should have never, ever seen the light…

  47. #4798 Let's Go Budden

    · 47 min · Episode 4798

    Luke and Andrew review Forbes' top twenty list of the highest paid podcasters. They are not on the list. Yet.

  48. #4797 Dereliction Of Doody

    · 1 h 19 min · Episode 4797

    TBTL Friendo Phyllis "P-Fletch" Fletcher joins the show to talk sandwiches, invasive medical procedures, and Andrew's secret desire to have a pedicure in an underground location. Plus, listener Carolyn sends in some…

  49. #4796 Hot-Button Tissue

    · 50 min · Episode 4796

    Luke and Andrew discuss their dislike of people using foul language in text, only to edit themselves with asterisks. They also hear from listeners who want to weigh-in on Andrew's tissue issue. And Luke receives a TBTL…

  50. #4795 I'll Have A Dangerwhich With A Nutbar Chaser, Please

    · 58 min · Episode 4795

    Luke and Andrew share some seasonal recipes before turning to a special, listener-generated Skyjinx segment. One listener needs advice after an airlines jerked them around, while another has a story that has Luke and…

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