Brother Sister The Podcast

We had to begin with the sad news that Chili David Dorgi, Sister's beloved dog, crossed the rainbow bridge. If you want to avoid the sad stuff, skip ahead to about 8:30, where Brother starts addressing the real topics: what foods are best to eat while sobbing? Which foods should be avoided depending on what emotions you are feeling? Is angry eating funny or scary? Allison shouts out one of her favourite podcasts, Valley Heat, but talks too long about it and Jon gets annoyed; The Sibs discuss her future, derailing only slightly to ask why HOAs? They seem bad.  You know what's always bad? THIRD PARTIES. Whether it's in a night or an affiliate situation, DON'T DO IT. Father David Dore got fooled by nefarious AI, and The Sibs are on the case! They will stop at nothing to get justice for him; including trying to get a bot to admit it's a bot, but first they have to revisit Jon's classic poem "I wish I were a meadow". Jon gets so worked up talking about third parties, he lashes out at a listener! Someone taking friendly fire for just sitting at home listening! The ADHD is strong in this episode as they get derailed again, this time talking about the issues with having the nasal cavity connected to the throat.  Getting back to the story, Jon tries to improv a phone call to demonstrate the issue, but as always Allison can't improv right. They get the end of part one of the story - but vow to avenge their father no matter what it takes.

It's a day in the life of Sister! As interrupted by Brother until he complains she's taking too long with the rundown.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! As always, he is asking The Sibs to dig deep and look at their place in the world. Allison earnestly answers the question at length, and Jon tries to avoid answering it. Jon is delighted when once again Allison is loudly and confidently wrong about something. It's time for Ten In! Jon has 2 minutes to name ten American Presidents - can he do it??? Then Allison has 2 minutes to name ten Canadian Prime Ministers - will she???

  Brother is home from the road and feeling sentimental, and being vulnerable leads him to nitpick everything Sister says. Seriously though, Jon is very grateful to his fans who come to see him tell jokes, and Nash Park from Ok, Dope, who puts together tours and goes on the road with him.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM TIM ROTH! He's on a road trip to see old friends, and he wants to know how The Sibs handle a limited time and lots of people to see. The Sibs talk about brass instruments instead.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM NATALIE! The Podmother is choosing peace post loss.  

Brother is on the road, so he's a bit lowkey, and Sister is amped up at making mistakes from the start!  A side note about pirate based TV shows has The Sibs off and running about streaming, AI and 1984.  Jon has gotten so paranoid that he starts accusing one of the listeners of being a bot; so Allison decides it time to reveal a new segment: FACT CHECK! WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM ANDREA! She has some title suggestions for Allison's interview podcast, some food for thought for Jon, and a musical question.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM EMILI! She has some frustrations in life and she's gonna talk about them! Jon and Allison seem to have freaky fridayed before responding. Very curious. 

Do we kill spiders or not? That is the question Brother is asking today, and won't accept that Sister feels it's not a yes or no question. So they decide on the definitive answer. Allison needs the listeners help, and when Jon tries to weigh in, it becomes obvious why she's outsourcing.  The family experienced a loss, and The Sibs pay tribute to their uncle Doug. Jon tells story about a book he received from Doug that was very formative in his young adulthood, and then refuses to name the book. Allison is baffled.  Allison tries to tell Jon about a great experience she had during the week, but it's difficult to speak to him sometimes.So instead they have a vigorous conversation about root vegetables and the history of mustard.  Turns out Jon has an uncomforatbly close relationship with the Emperor from Star Wars, so Allison changes the subject by recommending a helpful book, since he won't share his.

Brother and Sister are talking sports, and you know what that means… SQUABBLES! Not even 5 minutes in, Jon is accusing Allison of bigotry and she must give a heartfelt apology.  Allison brings up the previous week's mention of the WNBA, but before she gets to her point Jon needs to gaslight her about her memory. Then a rousing discussion one sibling thinks is about gender differences in sports and the other thinks is about how it's been communicated. Has this happened before? Of course! It's a classic! Jon tries to change the topic but no. **NOTE: The documentary Allison was talking about is called The Equalizer (2016), where current elite athletes are challenging records of the past - using equipment from the past. It focuses on sports from the summer olympics. There is a companion documentary called Champions vs. Legends (2018) that focuses on winter sports.** Halls of Fame…do we need 'em? Are stats fair? More importantly is that candy store still next to Cooperstown? The Sibs agree on the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, but then Allison mixed up The Big Bopper and Buddy Holly and they just can't recover. A quick emotional inventory, a family story, and they're out!

Brother is tired as he continues losing battles in the war for bed supremacy. Both children are back in the family bed and he's the only one with a problem. Sister has a few add ons from stories from previous weeks, and Jon mocks her morning routine. Allison shames him for his lack of knowledge of WNBA teams.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM SACHA! He's pushing Jon's buttons and catching up with Allison; but also asks about cities who have turned out better than their reputation. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM NATALIE! The Podmother has come up with a fun little game, and Jon doesn't understand what's happening. 

The Sibs are recording on Mother's Day so Brother has been busy with preparations to celebrate the mother of his children, and dressing as Liam Gallagher to change his kid's pee pants. First Mate Sister has thoughts. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM NURI! Nuri has a private message for Chili, and a comment about Allison's Guardian Angel, which leads to a discussion about the responsibilities of angels.   ***Note: the show Allison was trying to think of was Drop Dead Diva*** WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM NATALIE! She has some thoughts on bumper stickers, and even though she is referencing a cartoon, The Sibs immediately get political. Then they really drill down on Betty Boop. A quick story about their Grandfather and we're on to the next message! WE HAVE ANOTHER MESSAGE FROM NATALIE! The Godmother had an additional thought about a weird word, which lead The Sibs to digress in a squabble about SWIMMING. Who fights about swimming? Honestly.

Brother is letting Sister steer the ship this episode, because she had 2 big perspective-shifting events happened in the last week. First Allison ran herself over with her own car, and then Jon's lady love Christina gifted her with a session with a pet psychic, so it's been a pretty big week.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM TREVOR! It's a reference to one of Jon's old jokes, that when explained doesn't really sound that funny. It's kind of… you had to be there?  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! The Sibs had previously pondered where he was from, so he answers and then asks for their go to coffee order. Which causes an incident. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM ANDREA! She also has a senior dog and wants to know Allison's favourite Chili story. Andrea also hopped on the old YouTube and watched Jon being interviewed by Larry King. Then both sibs have a story about birds.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM TAYLOR! He is going on tour with his band Motor League, but feels guilty for being away from his wife and small children, and is wondering if Jon relates and has any advice. The Sibs both weigh in, even though Taylor is also receiving a 2 week ban.     https://brothersisterpod.com Https://instagram.com/brothersispod.com

Brother is still homesick but Sister quickly says something for him to make fun of. This week they are acting like they know how the bladder works and why the cosmos matter. Jon has been doing a lot of driving and the soundtrack is very important; so they also discuss art in a meaningful way, saying things like "good to somebody could be bad to someone else".  Jon is in Halifax, Allison is in Ottawa and they have both had run ins with listeners in the last week! Allison is pretty sure she's been flagged by some intelligence agencies, which leads to a discussion on how much harder it was to be radicalized in the 90's.  Then they reminisce about Rock Junction, a former head shop in Ottawa. The Sibs played a little prank on their mom; then they do some emotional inventory. Before they sign off they talk about albums they love to listen to front to back while driving; Jon reveals Allison read his mind again; and they squeeze in one last thing to pretend they know about - the biology of conjoined twins. 

We start out with some emotional inventory as Brother is on the road and missing his family and Sister continues caring for her terminally ill dog. But they quickly switch gears into once again talking about something they know nothing about: Saints. Numerous intellectual exchanges follow: what is the difference between a cape and a poncho? Between a cape and a peninsula?   Jon is considering a career change, and is upset that Allison laughs at his idea.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! A particularly well timed question after last week's squabble. The Sibs run through some scenarios that could sever their bond forever. Jon accuses Allison of using derogatory language, and they both learn some interesting things about words.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM TAYLOR! It's been a while since we've heard from this Motor League member! He weighs in on last week's squabble but his message gets interrupted. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM DR. STAN! Before The Sibs answer his question, they try to determine where in the world he is, proving they are both bad listeners because on the THIRD listen they realize…he said it in the message. Then Jon disparages Allison's favourite animal. 

Volleyball talk quickly turns to a geopolitical discussion, so you know Brother and Sister are in hot water right away! Allison proves she knows too little about Northern Ireland, but for some reason keeps talking.  Jon talks about indoctrination in our everyday lives, and how they are both too dumb to talk about these things. A brief foray back into James Bond- Allison watched No Time To Die, and while she didn't like the movie, she did like the fact that James Bond dies.  The top 5 has again had a major upset, and even thought Jon absolutely doesn't care, he has to hear about it anyway. SACHA LEFT US A MESSAGE! He has taken Jon's notes to heart, but has one more question for Jon. LISA LEFT US A MESSAGE! She doesn't remember talking to Todd's girlfriend on a bus, but feels she needs to give context. She also wants to know if The Sibs have had an experience that left a mark on them but the other person completely forgets? ANONYMOUS LEFT US A MESSAGE! Another Age of Aquarius that leads to a legitimate Sib squabble. Jon thinks Allison is upset that listeners are leaving the song, Allison is mad that if he thinks something is dumb he doesn't respect other people's feelings about it. IS THIS THE END OF THE PODCAST?!?!?!

It's Easter Sunday and The Sibs know very little about the lore of the holiday. Brother is hiding eggs and Sister is having a breakdown.  They get into a discussion of life and loss, and it's a bit of a bummer so skip to about 19 minutes in if you're feeling fragile. Allison almost instituted a ban, and Jon is against it. The global rankings have changed! And a misunderstanding on the tv show Rooster mirrors one Allison has experienced, leading to a chat about crazy people. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM STAN! Stan is a crop researcher living in Hyderabad, and is sitting in a Hindu Temple across from a Mosque, so he's wondering about The Sibs spirituality. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM TODD! He called in with his Dave Dore impression…and threw a little shade at another listener! WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM SACHA! He called back to answer our questions after his last message, we find out his type, and The Sibs go down a rabbit hole about Monster Erotica. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM NO NAME! Yeah, someone did the thing. The Sibs leave you on a cliffhanger, as next week they will talk about the prank Allison pulled on Jon when they were in Ottawa.  

Brother is on tour and tired, Sister is explaining her pedigree as a Comedy Sommelier. Once again recording from Allison's childhood bedroom in Ottawa, The Sib's get into to more stories from their youth, including epic nights in the downtown core, inspired by city landmarks.  But first they detour into - should there be commercials at concerts and will brands start showing up in songs? Jon wants to be a corporate shill but how far would he really go? Getting back to Ottawa, they get sidetracked again by Canada Day and the war memorial, which has been discussed before, and Allison remembers almost getting kicked out o a bar. They end up talking about restaurants jobs, and gross things they witnessed there. Allison brings up the one day she bartended at a strip club, which Jon doesn't remember. Plus, what's the best chain restaurant?

Brother snd Sister are in the same room! Once again recording from Father David Dore's office (formerly Sister's bedroom), The Sibs open with a message for any listeners who are currently being held captive. Jon misinterprets the cause of Allison laughing, setting off a discussion about how not everything is about him. The Sibs start talking about books, what captures their attention and how to enjoy reading more. Then Jon immediately shuts it down because this sin't that kind of show.  Allison tells Jon about a mystery that has been haunting her for years, ever since she visited Graceland. Last week listener Lisa gave The Sibs an assignment, did they get started? WE GOT A VOICEMAIL FROM SACHA! He makes audiobooks and is listening to the pod in reverse order! He's got a question for The Sibs, and as a treat he does an impression of Father David Dore. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM SAM! Switzerland represent! We're continuing to expound on Aussie Jerry's numbers above the head from last week. Allison shares a bad memory which Jon tried to weaponize against her.

We are literally starting this one with a squabble! Brother is "multitasking" by eating with recording, and is annoyed that his fork scraping his plate into the microphone is upsetting to Sister. Allison just returned from Mexico so obviously the first question is: did she have diarrhea? (See previous trip for details!) It wasn't a great trip, but Jon is relieved she didn't get kidnapped by the cartel because he doesn't want to decide how much she is worth. Jon is forced to once again stand up for the beautiful, poetic hearts of drunk young men as Allison makes sweeping generalizations.  Allison learned some stuff about brains in a book she's reading, and this leads to a squabble. *Note: the name of the book by Jon Krakauer, about Pat Tillman, they were trying to remember is Where Men Win Glory. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM LISA! She is shocked listening to the episode where we talked about the space race to realize The Sibs have obviously never seen For All Mankind. Ugh James Bond comes up AGAIN, what is wrong with these two??? WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! The Sibs made a fatal flaw and left his message so late in the show, when he always poses thought provoking questions.  Ultimately The Sibs end up agreeing on the answer, which is shocking. 

Brother once again decided to get a haircut while he was on the road…and as always it didn't go great. This sets off talking about the greatest hairdresser of all time, Rosa, who Sister also goes to because when she moved to Toronto Jon insisted on it. Jon gets his hair cut by a young mortician, who maybe needs some more experience dealing with people who are alive. Allison reminds Jon this is the second time he's decided to get an impromptu haircut on the road that didn't go well. Allison admits where she is the worst; but then reveals she watched One Battle After Another since the last episode so they could discuss it.  Jon cracks his breakfast beer; he's out of the number one choice (Hazy Little Thing IPA by Sierra Nevada) so it's an Icy Bay IPA. *Legal Reminder* None of these breweries know we exist, and are in no way affiliated with us, no matter what Jon says. Jon has a big event coming up, hence the haircut, and he has purchased a new suit. His partner Christina has been named one of AWARE's Women of Distinction in 2026 for her advocacy work, in particular her work surrounding domestic violence, and since Jon nominated her…he has to introduce her! The Sibs get sidetracked into telling stories about celebrities they have interviewed who were weird about it.

The Sibs agree overall on James Bond as a franchise, but naturally can't even agree without arguing.  Allison is very controversial this episode, and Jon is concerned for legal reasons.  Jon had to be a hero while travelling recently, and is concerned for Allison's upcoming travels. The forecast is sunny with a 20% chance of diarrhea. The space race: did anyone truly win?

The autogenerated AI synopsis of this episode makes it sound so legit, and is obviously a mischaracterization of what we have here: Join us for a lively conversation exploring societal rules, government regulation, and the importance of basic life skills in a modern world. We delve into topics like alcohol laws, travel experiences, and the nostalgic value of traditional skills, all with humor and insight. In this lively episode, Jonathan and Allison explore a wide range of topics from survival skills and the importance of practical education to art, capitalism, and humorous banter about TV characters. They emphasize the value of learning essential skills, the impact of technology on brain development, and share personal anecdotes about travel and preparedness. WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM AUSSIE JERRY! He comes in with a great question about skills that technology has replaced and whether we should keep em or move on.  The Sibs learn new things about each other, including feeling about the apocalypse and what the painting Voice of Fire taught them.

The Sibs start off real lowkey but we all know that won't last! Jon institutes a new rule - Allison gets three "wait!"'s an episode; and she immediately uses up all of them.  ANNOUNCEMENTS *Allison is once again the Ambassador for Red Door Family Shelter (reddoorshelter.ca) for Coldest Night Of The Year (cnoy.org) on February 28th; and is fundraising for this incredible organization.  *Jon is going on tour in Western Canada, and you can find tour dates and tickets at jondore.com He will also be in Cincinnati! *Leave us a message (written or verbal) at brothersisterpod.com We get a brief update on Licegate 2.0 and Jon's research, then Jon reveals what his surefire platform would be if he ran for Prime Minister.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM SOMEONE TRYING TO SELL US SOMETHING! Allison reads another sales pitch email that she feels is unhinged. Jon immediately halts proceedings and calls for a meeting. Meeting notes:  *discussing episode content before recording  *changing Jon's middle name to Dwindle *using current events to get into personal stories *Deepak Chopra is in the Epstein files The meeting never comes to an official close, as The Sibs get sidetracked by whether or not Jon should let his kid watch violent sports. A very intellectual discussion follows about CTE and how to make sports safer, when disaster strikes- Sister shoots Brother. (FYI - the NFL Player/Mathematician who's name Allison Couldn't remember is John Urschel) A technical difficulty alleviates some pressure in a major squabble, but they get right back into arguing about whether or nor shot-putters think putting shots is fun.

We open with an official announcement about Sister's name, and then Brother begins updating the world on Licegate 2.0 when Patient Zero enters the room.  The Sibs put on their Scientist hats and theorize wildly about how lice operate and if they are getting worse. Squabble #1 comes when Jon doesn't feel Allison is listening. Jon then claims he is going to do extensive research and present his findings in the coming weeks; and reveals the shocking side effect he is experiencing as a result of dealing with an infestation.  Jon's struggles remind Allison of a story she heard recently about an outbreak of Super Chlamydia among billionaires, which sets off another round of Idiots Trying To Be Scientists. Jon is trying to break stigmas and chastises Allison for what he perceives as upholding them. And of course you can't talk about Chlamydia without talking about koalas.  ***LEGAL DISCLAIMER*** Nothing these dummies say should be construed as medial advice or scientific certainty.  Allison shared a story about recently controlling her inner Hulk, and 2 stories where she didn't. Jon uses an inspirational quote to help strangers believe in themselves.

A text from cousin Scott leads Sister to question Brother's string knowledge but also spurs her to update the intro for this week. Plus it leads to our first squabble of the day! ANDREA LEFT US A MESSAGE! Well, technically 2 messages, one to give some context. While Jon and Allison discuss where the world is at and why context matters, they get side tracked talking about Noah's Ark.  Andrea shares a personal story that she thinks may resonate with Allison, and oh boy does it! A sincere chat follows, then we get into Andrea's question for The Sibs: escape plans! What do people need to know about Canada and where should they go? Allison talks about Tod Maffin https://todmaffin.com who is helping healthcare professionals relocate to Canada. In a surprising turn, it's not talking politics that causes a squabble, but inaccuracies about the floor plan of the house they grew up in. The Sibs discover they had been paying attention to different sides of the same comedian, so his current stance is less surprising to one of them. TIM ROTH LEFT US A MESSAGE! He's gotten a little in his head since his Brother/Sister anthem played, but he also has a question about concerts. One final squabble about how to define the roles of Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor in the band Blue Rodeo, and it's Sibs out!

Brother Sister Alert! The squabbling starts right away as The Sibs debate what counts as foley (making sounds for film), when Brother critiques Sister's sound effects, which is were inspired by Brett Gelman. Jon is in Leftbridge, Alberta telling jokes, and almost made a new friend - but he doesn't need more friends because he has children. Allison tries to see how much of the Lord's prayer she knows, and The Sibs talk about famous prayers and the Law of the Wolf Pack. Nothing like 2 secular idiots talking about religion! Jon has a big errand to do and is wondering how he can pawn it off on someone else. Allison used to play the double bass, but it's big and dumb and The Sibs talk about which instruments are good, and which are bad.  TIM ROTH SENT US A SONG! Last week was a cliffhanger, as Tim Roth promised a song but couldn't send it. But we have it now and it is a BEAUTY!  The Sibs give listeners a taste, and have a quick squabble about Tim's music influences. Brother tells a story from the previous night that he can sort of remember, Sister checks where Michael Winslow is now, and they wrap up the show and play Tim's whole song.

We're kicking it off with a squabble! Brother attempts to educate on the number 102, and Sister immediately questions him. ***NOTE: Neither sibling realizes during recording that this is actually episode 103.*** Allison and their parents went to a family party, but we don't really have time to get into it because this is a real correspondence episode! KRIS WROTE US A MESSAGE! Allison is pretty sure she used to work with Kris and after a quick scientific argument, The Sibs get into Kris' imaginary brother and her question: if the US and Canada go to war will it be Brother vs Sister???? PAUL WROTE US A MESSAGE! He's updating us on his situation with his sister, after soft tortillas caused a rift that has potentially led to reconciliation! TIM ROTH LEFT US A MESSAGE! He claims he has a song to sing for us, but does he?!?! There's a second anonymous message, will it be our tune? Brother goes on a tangent about #barfart and Sister gets annoyed. They eventually go back to messages. NATALIE WROTE US A MESSAGE! She challenges The Sibs to imagine a world where they are tasked with producing an international belching competition, and imagine they do. Welcome to Lollapaburpza! TIM ROTH LEFT US ANOTHER MESSAGE! Is it a song or do we end on a cliffhanger?

Brother educates Sister on the history of Alaska, and the current state of emergency in Juneau. To lighten the mood they try playing an improv game, which quickly goes bad. Then a discussion about snow removal causes a squabble.  Allison had a birthday in between episodes, which naturally leads to The Sibs practising giving eulogies at each other's funerals. Jon gets diagnosed (by Allison) with Oppositional Defiance Disorder and learns what it is, and then reveals classified information. AUSSIE JERRY WROTE US A MESSAGE! He asks the excellent question: If The Sibs body swapped Freaky Friday style, what lessons would they learn? Jon focuses on what pranks he would do before they switch back. ANDREA LEFT US A MESSAGE! Andrea was also a latchkey kid and wonders if The Sibs had codes like she did. And though they realized very little consideration was taken for their safety, they also note that they had it pretty good compared to one particular kid.

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The Sibs are celebrating their 100th episode! Plus it's new year's eve so they have some resolutions for the pod. LISA LEFT US A MESSAGE! In a follow up to last week's message, it turns out she and Jon are excited to share some of the same movies with their kids.  Also in this episode: The Sibs bond over both being DONE with Vince Vaughn! They get into the history of Siterklaas and examine the important question: were Santa and Jesus bros? Plus the definitive answer to who ripped off who: Santa or the Green Giant? Jon makes an announcement: he is starting the new year off in a lice free household (hopefully) and has a fun Would You Rather about having lice. Allison shares the year end stats and the surprising country that took 5th spot. LEAVE US A MESSAGE! Go to brothersisterpod.com to the a voicemail or scroll down to leave a written one! Follow us on instagram @brothersisterpod

Brother and Sister are off the rails and asking the important questions: Did the Green Giant rip off Santa? How do dogs wear holter monitors? What are the rules for using Latin words? What kind of apple did Eve eat in the garden of Eden? Is Christmas better alone? WE GOT HALF A MESSAGE FROM LISA! Lisa pressed send too soon and said she'd leave a voicemail instead, but she didn't so we're reading this one anyway. Lisa wanted to note some women directors, and ask The Sibs what movies they are suited to share with the younger generation. Allison gets heartfelt about her last week on the radio, and Jon grinding gears right up until Christmas.

The Sibs get right to it this week: Brother is squabbling about semantics and Sister is trying to give him more grace. SAM LEFT US A MESSAGE! Jon has been named one of the top ten Canadian comedians named Jon and a great suggestion for wrapping up the pod. The podcast has a new focus on being timely and relevant but whose job is it to do that? Jon is too cool to talk about Quentin Tarantino but he has a lot of thoughts about Quentin Tarantino. The Sibs debate who should be on the Mount Rushmore of American movie directors.  Movie Review Moment: in this new segment Allison reviews a movie she just watched. Jon Goes to the Doctor: in this new segment Jon goes to the doctor. A situation with a phone call leads The Sibs to practice some telephone scenarios, Jon sends Allison a National Anthem Fail, and they talk farts.

Brother's son has a filthy mouth and Sister is a ballerina now! Allison had a magical night as a Cannon Doll in The Nutcracker with the National Ballet of Canada, and Jon suspects he knows who taught his son to swear. Allison is making a big life change, and Jon is making up euphemisms for pooping. ANDREW LEFT US A MESSAGE! He might be drunk, but that doesn't mean he doesn't support Canadian restaurants. And he's asking Allison to reflect on her treatment of Jon. NATALIE LEFT US A MESSAGE! The podmother once had a beautiful night on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa, and wonders if The Sibs have any memories of the World's Longest Outdoor Skating Rink.

WARNING: This audio sucks. Sister is in a car by the side of the highway, and forgot a key component of her set up. Brother is in Fairbanks, Alaska telling jokes. They are both doing their best. Allison explains time blindness and why she's at a truck stop. Jon talks about food and being an old dad.  MARC LEFT US A MESSAGE! But continuing with the disasters on this episode, the audio was messed up. CALL US BACK MARC! Ugh a thousand apologies about the audio. Next week will be better.

Brother has found some old family recordings, and Allison realizes their Grandfather invented the watch along. Some of Jon's birthday gifts inspire him to create a new game called Drop The Needle, and then immediately abandons it. MANOLIS LEFT US A MESSAGE. He's having some trouble with lollipops and mistakenly thinks this might be a universal problem other people need help with as well. Jon tells us what he only do in public if he is hiding in an alley way, and then confronts Allison about another one her alleged biases, and then they finish up with a spirited talk about lobotomies, trepanning and blood letting.

The Sibs are on a family trip, and tensions are HIGH! They start with a vocabulary lesson, because that's fun for everyone. Apparently Brother hates surprises to a level no one realized and Sister is walking across a minefield. They reminisce about a time when Jon almost had a prank backfire on him, because Allison is wise to his tricks. NURI SENT A MESSAGE! She's looking for some life advice and honestly - best of luck.

Brother and Sister are in the same room! Jon is in Canada doing stand up, and Allison lives there! Jon discovers Allison has secret friends, and Allison learns his favourite architectural style. Jon is annoyed Allison brought up the Biodome in Montreal without knowing every single thing about it. Of course Jon graduated from college and Allison only has a high school diploma, but she did briefly go to university and they talk about that. Allison goes on record about some of the questionable characters Jon associates with. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM JEREMY! No one will be surprised that the question "what is your favourite bird?" Leads to a squabble. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM ANDREA! She sets the record straight, and inadvertently inspires Jon to show off all the Stompin Tom songs he knows off by heart. Allison shares some news, and they finally wrap things up.

It's Brother's 50th birthday!!!n He is immediately annoyed at Sister for not caring enough about baseball or understanding curses. Allison left her laptop outside in the rain and Jon has some helpful suggestions. He's also has feedback about her editing of last weeks episode. CECELIA LEFT US A MESSAGE! It's been a minute but she's back in the closet to update us on where she's at and remind us that she and Andrea are two different people. MOTHER & FATHER DAVID DORE LEFT US A MESSAGE! Brother's origin story finally comes to light. DAVE MERHEJE LEFT US A MESSAGE! They had fun one time on a plane. UNCLE BOB LEFT US A MESSAGE! This one will start filling in some blanks for listeners.  NATALIE LEFT US A MESSAGE! A birthday tune from Jayner to Wayner. COUSIN SCOTT LEFT US A MESSAGE! The cool older cousin. CASEY CORBIN LEFT US A MESSAGE! Another tune dedicated to Brother. AUNT KATHY LEFT US A MESSAGE! Verifying the origin story of Jon Dore. A quick squabble about how much date rape is in 80's movies and that's the show folks!

Brother and his family have been getting ready for Hallowe'en, and Sister finally took a day off! Family costume choices, weird dads at the school party, and debating past costumes all come up. In talking about the movies Allison watched, they discuss 2 of the best actors that Hollywood has to offer. Jon has finally found the perfect pair of jeans, so that's exciting news! A bizarre rant about Girl Guides rounds out the show.

Brother had a big day of kickball and Sister took a voice over class! They both agree that Joe Pistone is their favourite FBI agent. Jon throws some cold reads at Allison to check out her new VO skills and they disagree about the viability of communal living. EMILI LEFT US A MESSAGE! While she may be confusted about The Mazer Moofanator, she's going to make a special moofan recipe for all the Squabblers out there. Go to https://brothersisterpod.com to leave us a message! Check out the VO class Allison took at https://acting.skillshub.life

MESSAGES: Natalie calls in to let us know she's still out there, and Jeremy writes in with some wonderful questions! AI Takeaways from the episode: •The perception of cleanliness can vary greatly between siblings. •Parental absence can significantly affect children's emotional well-being. •Navigating school conflicts requires understanding and support from parents. •Childhood behavior often reflects broader social dynamics. •Making pancakes can be a bonding experience for families. •Party games can be both entertaining and absurd. •Injuries from childhood can lead to memorable stories. •Admiration for parents can stem from their resilience and love. •Sibling relationships are often filled with humor and shared experiences. •The importance of communication in family dynamics is paramount. Real Takeaways: showing your junk in public might be fun but it can leave you filled with regret.

In this episode of the Brother Sister Pod, Jon and Allison Dore engage in a lively conversation that touches on various themes including personal revelations, the concept of privilege, and the importance of education. Jon shares his apologies for misconceptions about New Zealand and his newfound appreciation for Triscuit crackers. The siblings delve into a humorous debate about 'hot privilege' and its implications, while also discussing listener feedback and current events. The episode culminates in a fun music game where they challenge each other to name songs from iconic bands, showcasing their differing knowledge and perspectives.  

It's late, I'm tired, here's the synopsis generated by AI so it sounds like a boring ass show. Also count how many times the robot says "In this engaging conversation". In this engaging conversation, Jon and Allison Dore explore various themes surrounding family dynamics, the importance of support, and the complexities of relationships. They reflect on personal experiences, including traveling with children, navigating family communication, and coping with loss. The discussion also touches on ethical considerations in comedy, particularly regarding performances in controversial places like Saudi Arabia. Throughout the conversation, the siblings share humorous anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, emphasizing the significance of family connections and the lessons learned from life's challenges. In this engaging conversation, Jon and Allison Dore explore the complexities of comedy, particularly in the context of the Riyadh Comedy Festival. They discuss the balance between artistic expression and accountability, the cultural norms surrounding comedy in Saudi Arabia, and the financial motivations that may influence comedians' decisions to perform in controversial settings. The dialogue also touches on the evolution of hairstyles, specifically the mullet and rat tail, as symbols of cultural identity and personal expression. ALSO MESSAGE FROM LISA!!!!

Brother kicks the show off with that age old question: would you rather be blind or deaf? Which reminds Sister of a BB incident. The Sibs are clearly in a dark mood as they discuss when it's appropriate to preserve a child's bedroom, and the most morbid unit of measurement. Jon is in Ottawa at their childhood home, which means travel talk. Allison saw the movie HIM and they argue about Dazed and Confused. Jackson makes a brief cameo before The Sibs wrap up with a highly intelligent conversation about Nikola Tesla, the liminal state, and the pros and cons of the slogan Elbows Up.

Sister is back and The Sibs are in sync, but Brother immediately ruins it by being critical of her storytelling.  The Sibs ruminate on Steve Coogan's career, then Allison explains some miscommunications from last week. Jon is having trouble with his youngest child, and he takes it out on Allison, and the ensuing argument leads them to the realization that the Amish were right. NURI WROTE US A MESSAGE! Nuri had a friend flake out on plans, and is frustrated how often this happens? Can The Sibs relate? Do they have any advice? Can they stay on topic long enough to actually answer? LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL OR WRITE US A MESSAGE brothersisterpod.com

Brother is all alone because Sister is in the madness of the Toronto International Film Festival! But because he's codependent he gets his fiancee Christina to sit in. After talking about Christina's incredible work in advocacy, they get to Allison's first message, and Jon is immediately bored. With her second message, Allison prompts Jon to tell a story he doesn't want to tell.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM ANDREA! The sweet Texan middle child is eating alone and getting on dating apps. Christina and Jon weigh in, and then play Allison's message response to Andrea, which blatantly violates all Jon's messageing rules, and clearly highlights her sleep deprivation because what is she talking about?!?!?

NOTE FROM SISTER  Monday was a holiday in Canada and I kept thinking yesterday was Monday, I'm so sorry this is being posted late! To save time here's the AI synopsis of the episode: Join Jon and Allison as they dive into a whirlwind of sibling banter, where no topic is too trivial and no joke is off-limits. From debating the merits of Triscuits to the unexpected uses of household items, their playful exchanges and quick wit promise to keep you entertained. Tune in for a dose of humor, nostalgia, and the kind of sibling rivalry that only comes from years of shared history. Don't miss out on the laughter and light-hearted fun! Ugh, see why AI sucks? We also talk favourite vessels, Allison is on her Grimace bullshit again, and Jon is oppressed by the monarchy.

Brother claims to have seen another bear, but we all know it could have been a dog. In a discussion about distance measurement, Sister recognizes she could never work on a boat crew. (One yard = three feet). JEREMY WROTE A MESSAGE! Jeremy is back with a question about aliens, and The Sibs are definitely going to answer it, after they workshop some nicknames for Jeremy and get sidetracked by Jurassic Park. TOMMY LEFT A VOICEMAIL! Tommy takes a break from riding the rails to talk about his favourite movie of Jon's Held Up, which is not, in fact, a movie. CORRECTION: Kris Kristofferson is not, in fact alive. RIP King. Jon wants to wrap it up but Allison had a movie question and a name drop, which leads to memories of that one guy we all knew in high school whose parents were too hands off and he was borderline psychopathic, but you could drink in his basement.

Brother and Sister start off strong with a brief chat about National Anthems. In Episode 75, Allison read an email they were sent from someone pitching themselves  as a guest, who had clearly never listened to the show. UPDATE! The correspondence continues, and after a mild squabble over semantics, and an incident with a bootle of beer, we get to the follow up. After a brief check in on what their favourite agencies are, Jon talks about a last minute back to school adventure. Concerns over flooding of a questionably named Basin in Juneau left time for one last family road fight. I mean trip. A poop emergency forces a break in the podcast. Allison knows a microbiologist, so she asked him if sharing toothbrushes was okay, or if The Sibs were right to judge people who did it. Jackson makes a cameo to end the show.

The Sibs both had late nights, for very different reasons. Brother was up with his 3 year old, Sister is hungover after going to see The Headstones. Allison is at a hotel that doesn't have air conditioning and Jon is mad about it. After a brief interruption to tend to the children, Jon talks about his late night. Jon accidentally trolled the internet and he's proud of himself, but also might make an apology video. FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! Jon tells a story about a psychic and Allison starts talking about some thoughts she's had on what might actually be happening with people who think they are psychic, but Jon keeps interrupted and SHE IS MAD. Will they make up before the podcast is over? Will they ever speak again? Only a psychic knows.

Brother and Sister reminisce about their years in the restaurant industry, and the cast of characters they served, some more well known than others. They come up with an idea that could invigorate Ottawa's tourism.  After discussing the dangers of wearing Adidas track pants, Allison reveals she had been on the phone with their parents when a group text arrived from Jon.  WE HAVE A MESSAGE FROM MOTHER AND FATHER! An unprompted comment from their Mother leads Allison to ask their parents to leave a message, as what Mom said directly contradicts a long running narrative of Jon's.  Jon asks Allison to weigh in on a family dispute, and The Sibs GO OFF on whether or not it is okay to use someone else's toothbrush. Then Jon gets a bit too emphatic about it and things go dark. Then somehow they end up talking about Woody Allen movies, so I guess things stay dark.

Brother is back! After an update on Sister's dog Chili, they get right into a voice message. WE GOT A MESSAGE FROM JEREMY! We asked listeners for feedback on what they like, what they want more or less of, and Jeremy called from all the way in Australia!  Brother and Sister talk Australian chain restaurants, baked potatoes and the TV series Sneaky Pete. Jon is a very proud Papa and talks about why his daughter Emma is so awesome (this story involves farts). Allison taught her cousin's kids what a Dutch Oven is. Jon has just returned from the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and he isn't happy with his performance. Allison tried to get him to dig deeper. Lastly they get real riled up about Canadian chain restaurants.

Brother is in Montreal, so Sister is solo on this one! Well, not really - Jon has left 9 voice messages to make sure he's heard! Allison is responding to his messages but also free to go off on some of her favourite subjects: movies and crushes. Jon tells a story about a concerning neighbour shooting guns. LISA LEFT US A MESSAGE! #freedom4Lisa is real as she is at a cottage for a month, and wants to know if The Sibs have any cottage stories from their youth. Allison manages to squabble with Jon even though he isn't physically present, so while it's a different kind of episode, it's still the same ol' show.