Journey Of A Podcasting Idiot (Savant)!

EP #747: Bryan started his podcasting journey in a garage in Oak Forrest, IL, many years before podcasting was a thing! Now, decades later he is still waiting for his OG co-host to send the audio for upload. Then, Bryan and Krissy are slightly panicked and wildly underprepared for the upcoming 12 Hours of TCB. They kick off the countdown with chaotic planning, made-up time zones, and full denial about how much content they’ve committed to. B&K cover everything from the logistics of TCB's long-form podcasting (hint: there are none), to why Bryan can’t be trusted with episode numbers, to Krissy’s assessment that “Bryan math” should never be used to plan anything involving humans. The duo spirals through miscounted segments, awkward party metaphors, and even a brief mental health PSA (sort of) before circling back to one unavoidable truth: they’re in way over their heads. Also discussed: pocket cats, audience participation confusion, and the greatest “bad idea” they’ve ever had. TCBits Music: Aye Bryan! Watch EP #747 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits / TCBits Music: Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EP#746: Bryan takes the kids over to Grandma Kiki's for Mother's Day and a stranger wants you to know dinner is a 5:30!! Plus, Bryan and Krissy are gearing up for their most ambitious idea yet: The 12 Hours of TCB! That’s right—twelve chaotic hours of podcasting, caffeine crashes, celebrity guests, and probably a few FCC violations. But before the madness begins, the dynamic duo checks in on their usual nonsense, which this week includes: disturbing dreams, Catholic guilt, and Krissy’s moral compass vs. Bryan’s Google search history. TCB Intro Clips: TCB Is terrible! Watch EP #745 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #745: Bryan and Krissy arena rare form , and chaos is on the menu—served with a side of mistaken identity and a heaping scoop of AI-generated nonsense. In this episode, Bryan nearly crashes the show with a rogue software update, accidentally confuses Bill Belichick with Bill Bellamy (yes, really), and proudly unveils a brand-new jingle segment: “Bryan Got It Wrong… Again.” But it’s not all confusion and caffeine—there’s a revealing look behind the scenes at how AI (hi, ChatGPT!) now fuels their frantic interview prep for the 12 Hours of TCB. The team digs into their no-holds-barred approach to interviews, jingle writing, and life on a podcast that makes exactly zero dollars and thrives in beautiful disarray. Mistakes were made. Jingles were born. Nobody’s sleeping in this episode of The Commercial Break. The episode opens with a race (literally) to the studio Bryan’s Mr. Bean impression meets studio disaster A rogue computer update nearly tanks the whole production Astrid calls Bryan out on a missing episode (before sunrise!) Bryan puts episodes out “at midnight for your pretty little ears” Bill Belichick vs. Bill Bellamy: The mix-up of the century A new segment debuts: Bryan Got It Wrong… Again! Bryan explains how ChatGPT helps with guest research and jingle work Krissy tries to keep Bryan focused—it almost works Behind-the-scenes of the 12 Hours of TCB interview marathon Why TCB interviews are more barroom banter than biographical deep dives The team’s low-budget, high-effort approach to comedy podcasting “You’re not talking to Terry Gross—this is The Commercial Break” TCB Intro Clips: Hawley Smoot Tariffs didn't work! Watch EP #745 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TCB Podcast - Episode #744: On this sacrilegiously scattered episode of The Commercial Break, Bryan and Krissy pull back the incense-scented curtain on one of the most secretive events in the world: the Papal Conclave. From shadowy millionaire clubs in the U.S. to Italian paparazzi tracking celibate cardinals like they’re on “The Real Housewives of Rome,” no holy stone is left unturned. What’s the cost of influencing a pope? Apparently, about a billion bucks and a whisper in the right holy ear. Also: habeas pump-em, fake Latin phrases, and biting the Pope’s ear (not literally, calm down). Then, Flau'Jae is left hung out to soak at the Met Gala. Thanks E! TCB Intro Clips: Focus on yourself, Ferris! Watch EP #744 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TCB Podcast - Episode #743: Bryan and Krissy are back to discuss the wild Pop Art craze feeding the Labubu craze! As usual, once TCB knows about it...it's too late! Plus, they break down the chaos behind Hollywood’s labor disputes and the wild world of nostalgic collectibles. First, they take a jab at union drama in the entertainment biz—why some actors are barely scraping by while execs are jetting off to Istanbul to save a buck. Then, they dig into the rise of Labubu (no, seriously), the vinyl toy that’s got adults throwing elbows at Pop Mart's around the globe. From behind-the-scenes rental companies of Hollywood to Beanie Baby flashbacks, Bryan misses every opportunity to cash in! TCB Intro Clips: Ferris is a righteous dude! Time Stamps: [04:15] Union Struggles in Hollywood – Why productions are fleeing L.A. faster than a Netflix cancelation [05:18] Real Estate and Production Trends – Istanbul: now with more actors [06:21] Podcast Shenanigans & Celebrity Interview Teases [09:20] Will Ferrell vs. Adam Sandler – Who wins in the existential comedy showdown? [12:20] Pop-Up Stores and Nostalgia Drops – Yes, adults are still buying toys [15:20] Meet La Boo Boo – The collectible you never knew you needed [19:17] Collectibles & Culture – What your Funko Pop says about you [21:28] The Parental Guilt of Consumerism – Because kids need therapy and matching plushies [26:24] Sean’s Weird Job Reveal – It’s as strange as it sounds [35:16] The Economics of Labubu– Capitalism in a cute little box [43:44] Nostalgia, Beanie Babies, and the Cyclical Nature of Dumb Trends [47:00] Farewell Rant – Bryan declares Beanie Babies are back (again) Watch EP #743 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@tcbpodcast⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠⁠Bryan Green⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TCB Infomercial: Noel Miller - Episode #742: Comedian, podcaster, and former Vine king Noel Miller joins Bryan and Krissy for a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt convo about fatherhood, content creation, and the time someone literally hit his garage mid-interview ( that was THIS interview!) . From choking hazards and stand-up evolution to 2,000mg edibles and garage door disasters, it’s 30+ minutes of high-wire comedy, soft parenting, and deep laughs. Noel’s new hour is inspired by dad life—but don’t expect sappy lullabies. This is stand-up with sharp edges, existential thoughts, and one very confused Chihuahua. Oh, and shout-out to Tyler Walsh—let’s get that guy on the show too. NOEL'S LINKS: ⁠Follow Noel on Instagram⁠ ⁠See Noel Miller Live Listen to "The Tiny Meat Gang" Podcast Watch EP #742 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠ Youtube: ⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠ TikTok: ⁠@tcbpodcast⁠ Website: ⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠Bryan Green⁠ &⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits: Written, Performed and Edited by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #741: Bryan and Krissy see Pearl Jam in Atlanta with the legendary Jackie Beans! Bryan and Krissy are still high on life (and low on sleep) after a wild night with Pearl Jam’s Dark Matter Tour in Atlanta. From scoring the worst nosebleed seats in stadium history to miraculously ending up with VIP access (thanks to mysterious connections), this episode is a front-row seat to concert chaos, inter-brother guilt, ticketing drama, and some good old-fashioned bickering with Bryan’s second wife, Rafa. Also: downtown Atlanta tries to handle 100,000 music fans in one night. Spoiler alert—it doesn’t. Show Notes: TCBit: FUQU Station manager is the Lizard king! Watch EP #741 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠ Youtube: ⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠ TikTok: ⁠@tcbpodcast⁠ Website: ⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠Bryan Green⁠ &⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #740: On this wildly unpredictable episode of The Commercial Break, Bryan and Krissy recount Bryan’s once-in-a-lifetime brush with Mick Jagger, and spiral into a full-on 90s alt-rock nostalgia hole. From tree-hugging with your “minge” to side-stage seats with the Stones, it’s a wild ride down memory lane—featuring bad cafes, cobblers, Spin Doctors deep cuts, and a stunning new song from musician Henry Hall. Buckle up. Or don’t. We don’t care. TCBit: WSHIT's Couple Corner gives some advice for a desperate listener. Henry Halls' "Luce" Live from Trial & Error: Here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KRpztWCIV8https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KRpztWCIV8 SHOW NOTES: Bit: Listener Letter Madness, Mindy discovers her husband’s affair and takes it public—enter Dr. Lundenpap with her holistic minge-on-a-tree solution. Mick Jagger Story Time: Bryan reveals how a cigarette led to side-stage seats at a Rolling Stones show. Spin Doctor Spiral: How did Spin Doctors end up bigger than Blues Traveler on Spotify? Henry Hall’s Music: A live listen and discussion of “Luce,” a hauntingly beautiful track by former guest Henry Hall. Alt-Rock Tangent: Rusted Root, Lollapalooza, John Popper conspiracy theories, and what Cleopatra’s Cat was really about. TCB’s Upcoming 12-Hour Extravaganza: 12 hours. 12 episodes. 1 questionable mental state. May 31st. Want to be a mediocre podcaster? Your moment is coming… Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠ Youtube: ⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠ TikTok: ⁠@tcbpodcast⁠ Website: ⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠Bryan Green⁠ &⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #739: Bryan and Krissy are back with another jam-packed episode filled with gators, grifters, and giggles. Bryan recounts a harrowing—and hilarious—trip to a Florida gator farm, where the alligator Lucy may or may not be plotting a full-blown escape. Meanwhile, Jake Paul buys 5,600 acres in the swampy backwoods of Georgia (what could go wrong?), and Billy McFarland continues his delusional Fire Fest 2 journey, which now involves theater productions, ad-supported TV, and possibly marshmallow-fed reptiles. TCBit: Andy Dandy has a report on which terms the kids are using online. Watch EP #739 on YouTube! SHOW NOTES: The Everglades: great for airboat rides, not great for your blood pressure Fire Fest: now accepting offers via Craigslist (probably) Mempho Festival 2025 lineup revealed—hello, Widespread Panic Vintage TCB stickers and the finger-dip Molly days A shoutout to Wendy the gator—official mascot of chaos Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠ Youtube: ⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠ TikTok: ⁠@tcbpodcast⁠ Website: ⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠Bryan Green⁠ &⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode #738: Bryan & Krissy discuss the intricate and secret process behind the Conclave slated to take place soon. Will we soon hear "Habeas Pump'em"? Or is it Habmeus pompem? We shall all find out once the black smoke turns white and the hard partying 75 year old men return with an answer. Then. South Georgia Sean calls in to talk about his unusual profession of nuisance control in the swamps of low country! TCBit: WSHIT's Focus On Community takes a look at Pastor Pattycake and his traveling exorcism road show and meme coin! Watch EP #738 on YouTube! Text us or leave us a voicemail: +1 (212) 433-3TCB FOLLOW US: Instagram:  ⁠@thecommercialbreak⁠ Youtube: ⁠youtube.com/thecommercialbreak⁠ TikTok: ⁠@tcbpodcast⁠ Website: ⁠www.tcbpodcast.com⁠ CREDITS: Hosts: ⁠Bryan Green⁠ &⁠ Krissy Hoadley⁠ Executive Producer: Bryan Green Producer: Astrid B. Green Voice Over: Rachel McGrath TCBits Written, Voiced and Produced by Bryan Green To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices