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World According to George
by George Thomas
George Thomas is an uninspired, puffy midwestern man in his early 30s looking for something more from life as he gets older and older. Unmarried and without children, George frequently finds himself in the super-minority amongst his peers. If you’re a bored corporate drone or someone who just misses being your younger self looking for someone to commiserate with, this might be the show for you. Follow George as he sounds off everyday life including friendships, relationships, etiquette, travel and his constant battle with food and getting into shape. George can be found in Chicago. New episodes drop every other Thursday wherever podcasts are available.
Episodes
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#36 We Always Go Down This Road...
WAG returns in Episode 36 with George misplacing his microphone. During the 5-month hiatus we learn breakups and sadness have loomed while WAGs care team and pharmacology have grown. The Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Baltimore is analyzed and we learn WAG was right all along. Eric has...
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#35 Moon Wishes & Lavender Dreams
George interviews his barista and learns what it takes to work in a high volume coffee shop. Nicks background is explored including his experience with astrological signs and what George's sign means (delusional). George explains what great service should feel like and thinks the country has gone...
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#34 Never Self-Edit
George interviews healthcare techs corporate slayer, Tracey Baker. A walk down memory lane begins when the two remember their time working together. Tracey shares insight into being a woman in business and her tips when dealing with employee equity and liquidity events in the corporate world. An...
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#33 "Is it Neesh or Niche?"
George interviews musician and audio editor, Kevin Hirshorn. The episode highlights the rapport they've built since working together and their conversation runs long which results in missing topics of the week and new hotel reviews. A discussion about business, podcasting, family and Disney…
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#32 I Had the Best Judgement & Still Do
George interviews social media pro, Carlo Navarro. In-depth discussions about family ensue along with TikTok legislation and Disney World. George has poor timing during a conversation with his Dermatologist and a tough decision is made on a preferred airline. Songs of the Week: High And Low by...
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#31 You're Not an Active Listener
George checks in on his mom's new car and reveals an incident to her that's already occurred with the vehicle. We take a long winding road through his pharmacology journey and where he stands today. An unbelievable Savannah, GA Lyft frightens George and Abby gives valuable life advice. Songs of…
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#30 I'm a Sensitive Boy
George helps his mother buy a new car in Naples although most of his suggestions are ignored. Abby has a major cat problem on her hands and George reviews in-flight movies along with two new hotels. A self-diagnosis is likely made in error. Songs of the Week: What’s The Time Where You Are? by…
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#29 My Caveman Brain
Wag returns from its 7 week hiatus. Eric Weist chimes in from Indy and George doesn't hesitate to give him unsolicited advice on his new car. The weightless drugs of today are discussed and George can't believe Eric's never heard of them. Chicago's latest developments are covered, 3 new hotels…
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#28 Maple & White
In WAGs biggest interview yet, George tests his new podcast equipment by talking to the principals at Maple & White Design. George feels having a higher design aesthetic is actually good for your overall health and most of WAGs listeners likely have bad taste. A $20,000 pergola is laughed at by…
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#27 Hotels & Restaurants, Restaurants & Hotels
WAG wears beer goggles for the first time. Thanksgiving is recapped and George feels he needs an hourly hobby to feel 100% fulfilled. WAGs hotel and restaurant backlog is brought up to date from all of George's recent travels. Songs of the Week: Just Us by DJ Khaled & SZA, That Don’t Impress Me...
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#26 CAR TALK
WAG returns with a Thanksgiving eve episode. George wonders what drama may happen when the whole family is together for turkey day. A long discussion into the luxury car market ensues and George reveals the smoothest / fastest car he's ever driven. An honest take on Taylor Swifts love life is...
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#25 Lebanon OR Bust: Part Two
George continues his discussion about Lebanon with an expert. A guide on his recent trip joins the show and offers his opinion on the country today, living there, where it's headed and who was the most fun on the trip to tour around the country. Songs of the Week: Dale by Like Mike & Eden Shalev,...
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#24 Lebanon OR Bust: Part One
The T fam heads to the country of Lebanon and not a moment too soon. All the juicy details are recapped, and George gets prematurely excited about an ice cream shop in downtown Beirut. Beatrice has a big update on her love life and George and Madeleine are cautiously optimistic. Songs of the…
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#23 Mom
George talks to his mom in one of the rawest WAG interviews to date. George is worried about his imminent trip to the country of Lebanon and the St. Regis Chicago is not up to Mrs. Thomas's standards. Songs of the Week: Mrs. Potato Head by Melanie Martinez, The Color Violet by Tory Lanez, Oh U…
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#22 "You Have a Nice Podcast Voice"
George hosts his first solo show. A Nashville trip is recapped, and the Four Seasons gets a surprising review. Multiple golf trips are discussed and George feel's he's a genius with a gap wedge. An update is giving on the Kennedy Expressway project and Waffle House is a WAG obsession. Songs of…
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#21 Three Jimmy Dean Sausages & One Carrot
Eric returns to the show with his friend Chad. Food, fitness and relationships are discussed. George loves his new hybrid and is dealing with an embarrassing symptom of his new medication. Songs of the Week: Super Shy by New Jean, Who’s In Your Head by the Jonas Brothers, Do it All Again by...
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#20 Foggy London Town
George interviews his cousin from England. A summer trip to London is recapped with 3 new hotel ratings in the books. A London biker is pissed off by George's scooter and British slang is reviewed. Songs of the Week: Skyfall by Adele, Let It Be by The Beatles, Yellow by Coldplay. Iona Johnston...
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#19 That's Crazy
George talks to his brother on the podcast for the first time. Car talk and family dynamics are discussed. A party fails and George moves to West Loop but feels his floor isn't high enough. Songs of the Week: Get It by Big Boss Vette, Snooze by SZA, Lovin’ Feeling by French 79 & Kid Francescoli....
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#18 Don't Tax the Body
George interviews Eric about fitness and nutrition. A trip to Ireland is recapped and George is convinced his car is cursed. Songs of the Week: I Won’t Back Down by Tom Petty, She’s On Fire by Train, Can’t Smile Without You by Barry Manilow. Eric Weist guest hosts. Instagram: @wag_pod…
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#17 I Think You Would Love Hungary!
George interviews Timea Katona about growing up in Hungary, moving to America and her career in the US. A trip to D.C. is recapped and George faces a hard truth. Songs of the Week: I Miss You by Blink 182, Coconuts by Kim Petras, Better by Khalid. Timea Katona guest hosts. Instagram: @wag_pod,...
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#16 Another 150 Minutes of Working Out Isn't Worth It
George recaps business conferences in Georgia and Grand Cayman. More sad retail news is discussed. Two hotels are rated. Songs of the Week: Middle by DJ Snake and Bipolar Sunshine, Get Down by Everlast, Pillowtalk by Zayn. Beatrice Thomas guest hosts. Instagram: @wag_pod YouTube:...
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#15 And I've Got a Big Wagon
The team discusses blowback from the podcast and George never feels homesick. A successful Las Vegas trip is recapped and America deletes more big box retailers. Four new hotels are rated. Songs of the Week: Rich Girl by Daryl Hall & John Oates, Take It Easy by The Eagles, Alone by Kim Petras &...
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#14 Lots of F-bombs in This One
George responds to the first angry listener and gives advice on letting guests stay at your home. George labors over his tax bill and no one should take Beas tax advice. Songs of the Week: Waffle House by the Jonas Brothers, Right There by Nicole Scherzinger & 50 Cent, Starving by Hailee…
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#13 Chipotle is a Pepper and a Restaurant
A relationship in the family is discussed and George gives his take on Ryan Seacrest leaving Live with Kelly & Ryan. The battle of the burrito bowls makes news and George recaps his trip to the movies. Songs of the Week: Your Girlfriend by Blossom, Heart Wants What It Wants by Bebe Rexha, and…
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#12 Every Initial Instinct You Have is Wrong
Trips to Taos, New Mexico and New York City are recapped. Family members travel habits are discussed and George has strong thoughts on ordering shots at dinner. Restaurants in NYC are reviewed. Songs of the Week: Mother by Meghan Trainor, If I Ever Feel Better by Phoenix and Naive by The Kooks....
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#11 Chicago Election Special
George interviews a long-time Chicago employee who comments on the current state of the city and the upcoming mayoral election. Lots of Indiana infrastructure projects are reviewed along with Hoosier restaurant picks. Songs of the Week: Keep Your Head Up by Andy Grammer, Gypsy by Fleetwood Mac…
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#10 Talk Right into that Mic!
George's birthday is reviewed as he searches for the true meaning behind it. A big event fails to materialize and George feels he made a baby etiquette faux pas. Songs of the Week: I'm the One by DJ Khaled, Justin Bieber and Chance the Rapper, Believe by Acraze and Goodboys and Walking on a Dream...
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#9 I Don't Like Buffets, I Was Just Bored
St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Chicago and a recent trip to Las Vegas are recapped. George believes the Kennedy Expressway rehab project will be "carmageddon" for Chicago travelers. Songs of the week: Gone in the Morning by Newton Faulker, No Money by Galantis and Rollin by Calvin Harris,...
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#8 It's Like the Ocean Threw Up in There
George reveals a very personal problem on the podcast. A Chicago baths experience is discussed and a recent trip to South Beach is recapped (including two hotel ratings). Songs of the week: Twenty Seconds Later by Tommy Ljungberg, Skyline by Khalid and There For You by Martin Garrix and Troye...
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#7 Your Ass is Getting a Toyota Next Time
George is angry with a recent podcast rating. Valentines Day and a trip to Naples, FL are recapped. A recent achievement is discussed and George reveals he is obsessed with iconic older women. Songs of the week: Die for You by Joji, Memories by Conan Gray, Gonna Be You by Dolly Parton, Belinda...
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#6 Outdoor Malls are Classier
George and Sara discuss real estate in Chicago. Recent trips to Miami Beach and Aruba are recapped. Airline food and the importance of picking the right karaoke song are also discussed. Songs of the week: We Belong Together by Mariah Carey, Adore You by Harry Styles, My Universe by Coldplay &…
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#5 Only One Valet is a Problem
George recaps New Years in Hawaii and talks about his laundry. Bea's dating life is discussed along with George's latest cuisine choices. Songs of the week: He Mele No Lilo by Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu & Kamehameha Children’s Chorus, Amber by 311, Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride by Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu…
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#4 Grilled Cheese and Chinese Food
George recaps recent trips to Las Vegas, New York City and Carmel, IN rating all the hotels along the way. The new Jane Byrne Interchange in Chicago is also discussed. Songs of the week: Eyes on You by Nicky Youre, These Nights by Loud Luxury & Kiddo, Better days by Neiked, Mae Muller & Polo G....
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#3 I'm Not Joyous
Thanksgiving trips to Florida and California are recapped. George continues to tell us about his underwear and why holiday music makes him sad. The weeks food and music are also discussed. Songs of the week: Lift Me Up by Rihanna, Numb by Marshmello & Khalid, Simply the Best by Black Eyed Peas....
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#2 You’d Never See Anything from That Far Away
The upcoming holiday season is discussed. George is bummed out by the weather. Underwear remains a topic of discussion. Songs of the week: 10:35 by Tiesto & Tate McRae, Closer by The Chainsmokers & Halsey, For the Night by Chloe Bailey & Latto. Casey Doherty guest hosts. Instagram: @wag_pod...
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#1 A Blimp Named George
George starts off his first show sharing his background and why he’s doing this. Among other commentary, show topics include the battle with his weight and his obsession with lunch. Songs of the week: Toxic by YG, I Remember by Cheat Codes & Russell Dickerson. Casey Doherty guest hosts.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
George Thomas is an uninspired, puffy midwestern man in his early 30s looking for something more from life as he gets older and older. Unmarried and without children, George frequently finds himself in the super-minority amongst his peers. If you’re a bored corporate drone or someone who just misses being your younger self looking for someone to commiserate with, this might be the show for you. Follow George as he sounds off everyday life including friendships, relationships, etiquette, travel and his constant battle with food and getting into shape. George can be found in Chicago. New episodes drop every other Thursday wherever podcasts are available.
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George Thomas is an uninspired, puffy midwestern man in his early 30s looking for something more from life as he gets older and older. Unmarried and without children, George frequently finds himself in the super-minority amongst his peers. If you’re a bored corporate drone or someone who just...
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