I'm sure they're doing their best
Friend of the show Erik drops by for a special pre-Christmas podcast, and Paul tries to coach him through some Mac issues while Drew fights off some technical problems of trying to dial into the podcast from the car. Paul clarifies that he does not hate Erik. Drew tempts fate by drinking something dangerous while driving (and it's not what you think). The boys talk drivers ed.
Paul explains the art of espresso machine maintenance. The boys give updates on the yearly Christmas challenge. Drew goes to Washington DC for the first time and needs Paul's advice for his (next) trip. Paul does a redo on his "Game Of The Year" nomination. Drew is trying to find some candy. The boys discuss what they had gratitude for in 2023.
The boys did a good thing for charity and so did the listeners. It's the most wonderful time of the year where Paul and Drew figure out this year's Christmas gift giving rules. Drew tries to rent a car. Paul gets his new raspberry pi 5 and needs inspiration. Paul is (maybe?) having issues with his iPhone. Paul is going to a music festival.
Paul and Drew have opinions on "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" on Netflix. Drew isn't able to enjoy Call of Duty, and the reason may shock you. Drew has his candidate for "Game of the Year." Drew also might be brining back his famous "Computer Corner." Paul has some important news for Mac icons.
Light Spoilers for the board game Ticket to Ride: Legends of the West from 00:37:46 to 00:44:13
Drew is (kind of) excited about this year's "Call of Duty" release. Paul ups his turntable game, and nudges Drew in the same general direction. The boys played "Ticket to Ride: Legends of the West" and came away enamored. Drew gets back to long range marksmanship.
We talk about Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty with spoilers from 00:24:14 to 00:42:50.
The boys learn myth from fact about having a stroke. Paul has hockey viewing frustrations, and talks about all the different media viewing subscriptions both he and Drew own. The boys discuss the "Scary Fast" Mac event that Drew didn't even know was happening. Drew finishes "Phantom Liberty" and wants to talk about it. The boys discuss "Movember" with a push to get some donations to a handsome man's charity drive.
Drew has to go back to work after they record, which is late. Drew asks Paul about the Circleville Pumpkin Festival, and accidentally the boys stumble on a conspiracy theory. Paul REALLY likes "Spider Man 2" for the Playstation 5. Paul and Drew recap the games they played. The boys discuss the rules around Trick or Treating candy giving.
Paul adopted some kittens and forgot to mention it. Drew gets a lesson in USB-C cables and how to pick the right one from Paul. Drew needs an extra refrigerator. Paul establishes the show on Threads. Drew buys some things from Half Price Books, but online. Drew wants to help spread the word about a fundraiser.
Paul likes the Columbus Blue Jackets, but not Mike Babcock. It's 2023, and Drew has voicemail again. The boys talk more about "Phantom Liberty" as Drew makes his way through the game. Paul rediscovers his love of the Arc browser with some new features. Drew has yet another crowdsourced project showing up that he forgot about, and other assorted board game talk.
Paul takes on some additional technical responsibility for the school band and is horrified at what he finds. The boys share their brief beard balm experiences. Drew proposes a cooling solution for Paul's gaming setup. The boys have a crush on Idris Elba. Drew drives to Kentucky and day drinks. Windows 11 has an update Drew has waited his entire life for.