Friday, December 25, 2009

Faster Than A Dating Bullet

A lot of people are curious about speed dating and say things like, "Oh that sounds fun, I'd love to try it!" This episode features conversation with a life speed dating host, a true man of the universe, who will provide some insight both into the nuts and bolts of speed dating and some advice about what sorts of things work -- or don't work. [27:14 min]

Friday, December 18, 2009

Help Me Help You

I sit down with two of my all-time most trusted advice givers. We reveal the difference between advice and answers and then try to come up with a few different advice models. Also, where does the concept of "support" fall into advice giving? This episode is extra long because we have a bonus session where we break down one particular person's way of making decisions. [30:06 pm]

Friday, December 11, 2009

MTV: The Ruins

Mtv: The Ruins by You, Me, Us
We've been playing fantasy Real World / Road Rules Challenge all season and now it's over. We convene for a podcast in celebration of the last episode. We talk pre-episode about how our seasons went, then break to watch the finale and reconvene afterward for more discussion. Plus a short bit about next season's potential scoring system. Check out our blog, "Ain't Too Proud to Watch." [24:46 min]

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Love is a mixtape

Love Is A Mixtape by You, Me, Us
A continuation from "Turn the Radio Up."  Everyone laments the loss of the mixtape. Here's what we want to know: Is a lone mixtape still a viable show of affection?  And what about after the relationship, is that mixtape now a poison pill?  We close with a discussion about what sort of songs might work best in the bedroom. [19:41 min]

Monday, December 7, 2009

Turn the Radio Up

Does the "where" of finding music matter to you? Our distinguished panelists discuss the process of discovering songs from TV shows good (Gossip Girl) and bad (Grey's Anatomy). Then they recommend a few songs and I ask them "Why go to live shows?" [15:57 min]

Monday, November 30, 2009

Bullshit! You can be mine!

Bullshit! You Can Be Mine! by You, Me, Us
Everyone wants and needs a good wingman, but the question is: What traits does a good wingman possess? I bring in a true expert to explore this topic after some talk about the etiquette of hooking up. More specifically, when your friend is trying to hook up but you're kind of in the same space... Awkward or a time for cheers? I apologize in advance as some of the audio here has bad echo and reverb. But it's worth sticking around. [19:46 min]

Monday, November 23, 2009

Geeks & Girls

Geeks & Girls by You, Me, Us
A longtime friend and fellow geek joins me for a discussion about geekery. And of course, when two geeks get together, they talk about girls. So we do that too. [18:32 min]

Friday, November 13, 2009

Kanikapila For Love

Kanikapila For Love by You, Me, Us
Where we explore that fine instrument, the ukulele. One of which I bought months ago but have yet to get my song on. This features the instrumental and vocal stylings of my new ukulele teacher. And she informs me on who REALLY uses pidgin. Plus a cover of Jason Mraz's "I'm Yours" at the end. [16:45 min]

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Intellectual Douchebaggery

Intellectual Douchebaggery
In which we discuss and define what an Intellectual Douchebag is, versus just a regular douchebag, which we are all familiar with. Plus, tips on how to become an Intellectual Douchebag! [20:04 min]

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Into the Wild

Into The Wild by You, Me, Us


I talk to my cousin about her upcoming college applications and the places she'd like to go. Then she quizzes me about my dating life. I drop wisdom. She drops sarcasm. [20:02 min]

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Movie View - "American Teen"

American Teen by You, Me, Us
We discuss "American Teen," the movie. If you haven't seen it, well, listen anyway. Because my partner has a melodious voice. [15:25 min]

Saturday, October 10, 2009

What's the Big Secret?

What's The Big Secret? by You, Me, Us
Our first group podcast, including my sister and two friends. In which we discuss which twin is more trustworthy. Then we unveil the three star secrets system. And then devolve into telling each other secrets you'll never learn about because we're all sworn to secrecy. Note: There's a few sections of muting to prevent secrets spillage. [22:07 min]

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Days of (No) Thunder

Days Of (No) Thunder by You, Me, Us
I talk with an ex-girlfriend about some resolutions we've made this year. After the ten minute mark we briefly touch on "500 Day of Summer," and try to figure out how many days we went out. Disclaimer: This is my first test podcast. Like ever. [16:02 min]