Episode 368: BAND NAME ORIGINS

Billy and Adam get their hands dirty. In this episode they welcome in the Spring season by taking a quiz on gardening. What does PH stand for? What does the word botanical mean? And is rotating a garden like rotating a mattress? Plus, an update on the Moonlight / La La Land mistake, a happy birthday shoutout to Billy’s mom and the boys sing songs that evoke sunshine!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam celebrate the 10th anniversary of John Travolta saying, “Adele Dazeem.” In this episode they talk about that moment and other famous mistakes that occurred on live TV. Ashlee Simpson on SNL, La La Land losing to Moonlight, infinite news bloopers and more. Plus, they hear about Kenzi’s dad’s reaction to last week’s episode, a moment where Billy and Adam almost had an epic fail live on stage and the sound of wind! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam take a page out of their friend Kenzi’s dad’s playbook. Each week he goes to a bar with a few friends armed with a handful of conversation topics. It’s as charming as it is practical. Incredibly, he and his friends (and the lists) have earned them national press and fame. Today’s episode features some of his original conversation topics to help inspire Billy and Adam. Plus, Super Bowl movies, an unfortunate run-in with a peanut gallery and the sounds of Billy saying, “Got it!” Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaFollow Kenzi on IG: @KenzianidiotSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam get roomy. In this episode they discuss various rooms in the house and discuss their vibes. The Den, The Mud Room, The Boiler Room and maybe most importantly, The Computer Room. Plus, Apple’s new headset, the power of a screened-in patio and the sound of a 90’s modem!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam see if they are smarter than teens. In this episode they try to decipher when glass was invented, who made soda, which musician has had the most success over four decades and so much more. Plus, a kid beats Tetris, a failed attempt at Harry Potter sports and the sound of Nintendo talking to you!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam look back on the year of No Joke. In this episode Billy reads episode descriptions from 2023 and Adam has to try and decode the episode’s title. Worst Places to Be Wet, Billy Wonka, the Patrick Bracket… classics. Plus, the odds of Adam getting a cat, a look into the Nation’s silverware drawers and a commercial for a teriyaki chicken restaurant!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam get weird. In this episode they look up strange news stories from 2023. Good alligators, bad alligators, eating balloons and floating to the moon and so much more. Plus, Billy and Adam read the newspaper!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam open up the kitchen drawer. In this bracket episode they aim to determine the ultimate piece of silverware. Is it a knife, fork, spoon or some sort of hybrid? Plus, they talk about the “good silverware” that comes out during the holidays, reflect on a nice gift they received recently and chat about that one time Adam was Corey. Plus, the sounds of dinner glasses clinking and Billy gives a toast!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam go to the movies. In this episode they explore some iconic film taglines. Disney classics, horror films, classic comedies and more. Plus, Billy and Adam discuss the end of the SAG strike, which game shows they would be good at and come up with their own taglines for movies!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billy and Adam do some learning. In this episode they learn about the origins of band names like Pearl Jam, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Barenaked Ladies, Blink 182, Florence and The Machine and more. Plus, the history of Harvard Sailing Team’s name, the joy of audio-only podcasts, the importance of not using the word “the,” flea markets near me, and a failed attempt at finding a YouTube video!Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the SeaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.