Lunch Break

We’re back for another week of 15-minute daily chats where things got a little bloody and a lot nerdy. This week, one of us decided to test how sharp a kitchen knife is against their own finger while prepping grilled chicken Alfredo, leading to a nonchalant nurse roommate and a lesson on why you shouldn't wait 10 hours to visit urgent care. We also dive deep into our favorite shows and games, from the intense buildup of Invincible Season 4 and the potential of Viltramite power levels to the latest leaks on the $100 Steam controller. Between dodging a literal "black wall" of a Kentucky storm and debating whether a Bismarck is a ship, a donut, or a video game character, we’re just trying to survive the work week and get to B-Dubs for some wings.

Back from vacation and straight into the grind! This week, we dive deep into the world of local AI models—from the technical headaches of setting up an assistant at home to the literal smoke when our computers start overheating. We also share some stories from our recent trip to North Carolina and start plotting our next D&D campaign, debating whether an archer should focus on raw damage or stealthy skill-building. Grab your lunch and join us for a breakdown of personal servers, proprietary controllers, and the struggle of returning to reality.

Welcome back to Lunch Break, where we’re dodging our supervisors and trying not to let our electronics explode during our 15-minute daily escape. This week, we deal with a Steam Deck that’s developed a terrifying "breathing" habit, a workspace that’s basically a literal dumpster fire, and the crushing realization that we’re just waiting for the day to end so we can go back to making music and sculptures of ourselves. Join us as we debate the merits of soggy Five Guys fries, stress over the new Harry Potter series "enshittification," and celebrate the glorious prospect of a four-day weekend filled with steak and D&D.

If we only get one shot, we’re choosing to master "Through the Fire and Flames" on the guitar—even if we still can't play "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star". This week, we dive deep into the music theory of the fretboard, comparing it to a series of keyboards, and discuss why the guitar feels surprisingly easy to pick up. We also get into the gritty details of the Artemis mission, including the "space plumbing" required to fix a broken toilet and the ambitious (and controversial) plan to refuel rockets in orbit 15 times just to get to the moon. From the perfect pizza pyramid to why eating an orange in public is a selfish act, join us for another hour of us talking about... whatever.

We're spending our break navigating the "controversial" landscapes of modern gaming—where playing a high-quality title with a terrible control scheme feels like eating a steak with a spoon. Between "raw dogging" our sleep schedules and surviving sleep paralysis demons that sound like Christian lore , we’ve found a new common enemy: the unbearable whininess of Harry Potter in the Order of the Phoenix audiobook. From the dexterity struggles of switching guitar chords to the corporate-mandated "fire" currently consuming our office, we’re just counting down the minutes until we can retreat to a moon base or fix our next Factorio power grid. It’s been a long week for a short week, and we’re just here to sit down and talk through the chaos before we have to go back to the grind.

Happy Monday! We’re kicking off the week with a serious lack of sleep and some major beef with the weatherman. Since it’s our 50th episode milestone, we decided to tackle the big questions: why is Monday even called Monday, and why do we only plan on visiting Holiday World 50 times in our lives? Join us as we celebrate making it this far, chat about the "best" day to take a vacation, and try to figure out if we're actually helping our coworkers by being so far ahead on our metrics. Plus, we’ve got some strong opinions on why everyone keeps forgetting about the Half-Blood Prince.

We’re kicking off the week feeling the full weight of daylight savings time, from sleepless nights to the struggle of leaving work early. Join us as we dive into a heated breakdown of what actually makes a sandwich—does a hot dog count, or is that just chaos?—and discuss the weirdest things we’ve done while running on zero sleep. We’re just trying to survive the hour we lost, one 15-minute lunch break at a time.

We’re spending our lunch break tackling the truly important questions, like whether nut milk is actually just "nut juice" and why Mondays feel so much longer than they should . Join us as we dive into the mysteries of the universe, debate the weirdness of "I can’t believe it’s not milk," and try to make sense of our week one 15-minute conversation at a time. It’s random, it’s unofficial, and it’s the perfect way to survive your own hour-long break with us.

We’re kicking off the week on a Tuesday after a DMV-induced Monday disappearance. Join us as we discuss the startling accuracy of Zootopia’s sloth scenes and recap a hilariously "useless" conversation with an AI assistant that just wouldn't take a hint. Whether we're navigating bureaucratic red tape or technical glitches, we're spending our lunch break making sense of it all.

Mondays are monstrous, but we’re making it through with a deep dive into the weird world of The Sims 1—where looking at a fish tank is somehow more efficient than watching TV. We’re venting about stiff Kia steering wheels, the absolute nightmare of construction coordination at work, and why the Ready Player One movie felt like a personal insult to the book. We also break down why a $1,300 DSLR is the ultimate "funny" impulse buy and get hyped for the new Gorillaz album. Whether we’re throwing dead rats at giant demons in Baldur’s Gate or hunting gators with OP rifles, we’re just trying to embrace the weekend before the work-week rigmarole starts all over again.

We’re kicking off a short week by nursing a Super Bowl hangover and questioning why anyone actually enjoys winter. One of us is ready to trade a stable family life for a diet of ramen and 24/7 Guild Wars 2 grinding, while the other is battling "incorrectly correct" reports and a construction crew that doesn't understand basic distance rules. Between deep dives into the mystery of "duck-footed" cowboys and a scientific investigation into why MSG makes food dangerously addictive, we’re just trying to survive the workday without our brains melting into a "charcoal sauce" puddle. Come for the gaming obsession, stay for the tips on how to avoid creasing your shoes by walking like a penguin.

We’re kicking off the week feeling a little unprepared for Monday, but we quickly pivot to the important stuff: our high-stakes plans for Super Bowl weekend involving a $100 nacho budget and "football team two." We dive deep into our recent spontaneous bowling outing—which was surprisingly packed for a sport that peaked in the 90s—and a snowy Uber ride that almost did us in. Between venting about our nightmare workplace "QC" hurdles and cryptic contractors, we ponder the bizarre lore of the Iron Lung movie and the absolutely unhinged fact that Star Trek apparently has humpback whales on the navigation team. From giant squid battles at the bottom of the ocean to the tragedy of picking the wrong sandwich bread, we’re just trying to survive until the weekend.

Welcome back to Lunch Break! This week, we’re surviving a "gallon" of snow and the Arctic plunge that followed, which mostly just meant helping neighbors and winging it at work while the supervisors were away. We take a deep dive into the definitive fruit tier list—debating why apples are S-tier and why cantaloupe is basically a flavorless "depression drink"—before getting into the weeds with fresh coconut vs. heavy cream substitutes. We also spend some time venting about the unnecessarily complex lore of Warhammer 40K, arguing with construction guys over software renames, and sharing our hype for the upcoming Steam Machine and the new Fable. Grab your lunch and join us for the Friday bitch-fest.

We’re finally back in the studio after the entire house got taken out by the flu, and we’ve got a lot to catch up on. Between dealing with annoying work rejects and prepping for a "storm of the century" blizzard, we dive into the weird world of AI hallucinations and why you definitely can’t trust a bot to tell you what the Whitest Kids U' Know cast is up to these days. We also get into some heavy gaming talk, from the frustrations of magic-resistant orcs in Skyrim to why we're emulating the original Resident Evil 4 instead of the remake. Join us for our first full week back as we try to get our lives together before the snow hits.

It's another mid-week installment of Lunch Break, and we're officially back at it. Today, we took a deep dive into the post-Stranger Things careers of the cast, from Millie Bobby Brown’s latest Netflix projects to Sadie Sink's potential leap into the MCU as a "Disney princess". We also had our minds blown discovering Joe Keery's (aka Steve Harrington) extensive musical career as DJO, which has us ready to re-watch the whole series with fresh eyes. Between discussing Finn Wolfhard's indie-pop albums and David Harbour's upcoming role in Creature Commandos, we got real about our own creative struggles. One of us is diving headfirst into music production, grappling with the technical steepness of MIDI and the delicate balance of bass, drums, and synths. We also vented about the modern "tornado fire" of workplace tech disasters, the absolute run-around of car repairs, and the bizarre moment when an AI tried to convince us that hot dogs are actually dumplings.

We’re officially in the year of the "Chicken Jockey" meme, though we’re pretty sure it’s a shame it peaked so early in 2025. We dive deep into the absolute misery of living in an "edging culture," where we're stuck waiting years for the Steam Machine, GTA VI, and ketchup-flavored Doritos that never seem to arrive. Between surviving a 70-degree temperature drop that turned the world into a tundra and debating the merits of pre-marinated bourbon salmon, we’re convinced we’re trapped in a Star Trek-style time loop. We also ponder the mystery of 50 bullet casings appearing outside our office and debate the "formula" for turning our gaming streams into narrated stories. From the confusion of "Friday Light" work shifts to brute-forcing our way through a 40K audiobook for the seventh time, come hang out with us as we wonder if anything is real—except for the birds.

We’re back for our daily 15-minute escape from the "cubicle sea" to recap a surprisingly busy Christmas week at the office. This episode, we’re dissecting the maintenance nightmare of a wasp-infested hot tub and the absolute struggle of trying to understand Warhammer 40K lore as a beginner. We also get into the "induced demand" of emergency services, share an original song about a Buzz Ball Christmas tree, and vent about a coworker whose messages are just a chaotic novel of ellipses and contradictions. From weird military Hogwarts dreams to the "healthy lifestyle triangle," we're just trying to stay awake and avoid throwing our bosses through a wall.

It’s Monday and it is absolutely freezing outside, so we’re hunkering down and discussing our new holiday tradition: the Buzz Ball Christmas tree. We dive into some questionable "medical advice" about bone density, the sudden ubiquity of ball-shaped cocktails, and whether an avocado seed is actually just a giant bone. We’re also spiraling into the "infinite waiting room" of pop culture, obsessing over the agonizingly slow updates on the Steam Machine, the new Knights of the Old Republic teaser, and our desperate race to finish Stranger Things before the new episodes drop. Join us as we weigh the pros and cons of PlayStation vs. Xbox joystick layouts.

We're spending our lunch break discussing Fallout 4's Far Harbor and Nuka World DLCs, grappling with the complexities of overly-engineered timer plugs for our space heater, and getting deep into culinary and botanical debates like: Is bread a fruit? Find out how we achieved a peaceful ending in Far Harbor (only to undo it later) and our quest for the perfect Beanie Weenies recipe to share at a holiday gathering! We also cover the week's weather, and the woes of thin shirts and competitive old video game communities.

We get into an intense discussion about a conspiracy that RAM prices are being intentionally driven up by companies like Micron to force consumers into subscription-based cloud computing, which is a terrifying thought for the future of personal electronics! On a lighter note, we talk about the frustratingly foggy yet fun Fallout 4: Far Harbor DLC, playing the hack-and-slash platformer Soak Song, and the slow grind of the RuneScape idle game. Plus, we celebrate submitting a gigantic project at work and our dinner plans for Texas de Brazil.

This week, we're diving into the ongoing console debate, talking about the upcoming Xbox Prime, which we find confusing, and contrasting it with the appealing interface of the Steam Machine. We reminisce about the underrated classic Wii U and the satisfying RPG-style story of the superhero game Dispatch. On a more personal note, one of us is having a rough week due to a persistent and Thanksgiving-threatening case of constipation, complete with talk of body weight, laxatives, and worrying scenarios about intestinal knots. We also discuss John's delicious sweet potato pie, a strange cat sighting at work, and the wild world of Western TV shows that Tommy's Grandpa enjoys, like The Rifleman.

We dive into our week, which included playing a lot of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and the overhauled crime system, contemplating the release of the Steam Machine and the anxiety of pre-ordering, and finally passing a stressful four-hour practical test at work despite software issues and misleading documentation. The conversation covers games like Assassin's Creed Black Flag along with a look into developing a new episodic gaming series. Also discussed: making chicken and egg salad, wild dreams, and the frustrating process of upgrading podcast equipment.

In this week's 15-minute 'Lunch Break' chat, we discuss the challenges of the job, including one of us dealing with an "insane" project on a hard deadline and a software error that drove us nuts. We also lament the struggle of working in an office where the air conditioning makes our fingers freezing cold , a problem compounded by the lights randomly shutting off. The conversation turns to excitement over Valve's new Steam Machine console and Steam Frame VR headset. Finally, we detail the regret and stomach distress following a meal from Five Guys, attributing it to a lingering stomach bug

In this episode of Lunch Break, we dive into a strange weekend of cooking good steaks and hot dogs over a fire while wearing ponchos in the rain. We also get into the frustration of studying for a "written" test that turns out to be all multiple choice, discussing technical concepts like ODNs, OCUs, and fiber distribution. The conversation takes a serious turn as we talk about the terrifying plane crash incident near the airport. Finally, we discuss the daily chaos of work, including dealing with rejected projects, questionable "walkout" designs, and the struggle to get a hold of a perpetually busy supervisor.

This week, we're talking about everything from Halloween party costumes (Rick Grimes and a firefighter ) and a foot that's "kind of broken" after too much walking , to the joys of a smart-switch lava lamp for a cozy sleep aesthetic. Get stressed out with us over a silent email battle with a contractor at work , the struggle to pass an absurdly difficult written test , and crushing enemies in Fallout 4. Plus, we're planning a Thanksgiving soup test run with a whole roasted chicken!

Dive into this week's 15-minute "Lunch Break" chats, starting with a review of Harry Potter movie binges and finally beating the game Katamari (where the last thing rolled up is the moon!). Hear about the struggle of trying to make Todecky (Korean rice cakes) and why Ethernet cables and Spotify's "free" audiobooks are driving everyone crazy. Plus, listen to a deep dive into Fallout 4's survival difficulty , the immortality of Nickelodeon , and the surprising dangers of a high-priority, handwritten work project that doesn't make any sense. And finally, get ready for a night of cheesy Halloween party food after watching someone conquer an 80oz steak

Join us for this week's Lunch Break, where we dive into some chaotic driving in Louisville—dubbed "The Wild West" of roads—and speculate on why nobody follows the absurdly low speed limits. We also have a deep dive on the nutritional powers of olives (seriously, eat more of them), discuss the joys and anxieties of different types of workouts like free weights, and get into the exhausting experience of reading a very, very long Stephen King novel. Plus, we've got some missing episode lore and talk gaming, including Dark and Darker and Kenshi.

Kicking off the week, We dive into our Monday struggle. We detail the boring, mandatory courses that are destroying our schedule and making us feel a bit overwhelmed. Downtime is spent gaming, including playing Cyberpunk 2077, but we share an intense, nostalgic crave for the immersive world of Dragon Age. We're also making chili for dinner, Wooooo!

This week's lunch talk dives deep into the ordeal of emulation on the Steam Deck, celebrating the successful (but two-hour-long!) setup of The Sims 2 for PS2 split-screen, and outlining a goal to get more retro consoles working like the Game Boy and Dreamcast. The conversation covers a weekend spent immersed in Cyberpunk 2077 and the surprisingly immersive gameplay of The Sims 3 PC version. Plus, you'll hear about the exhausting reality of juggling work, Promotional courses, and the sheer, unexpected terror of being nearly trampled by a stampede of track meet kids at the park. Tune in for tales of frustrating tech, gaming nostalgia for titles like Medal of Honor: Frontline and Kai Dark Legacy, and a homemade pot of chili!

This week on Lunch Break, we talk about the struggles of a Monday. The hosts dive into a bad weekend, aches and pains, making a mess of things in the kitchen, and a bizarre encounter while playing DayZ. We also get into the struggles of working with other people, a love for split-screen gaming, and a deep-dive into the world of beans.

This week, we talk about a new mouse to replace the one that "killed John" , the wild and profane world of the DC show Peacemaker , and how we're navigating our hectic work and personal lives. We also dive into the difficulties of eating healthy, the strange things you can get fined for in Software Inc , and the hilarious public temper tantrum of a neighbor.

We talk about the intense, and sometimes psychologically scarring, experience of playing DayZ and how it compares to other survival games like Escape from Tarkov. We also dive into the future of GTA 6, speculating on its online features and what it needs to succeed. Plus, a little bit about what we're eating for lunch, dealing with car trouble, and the ups and downs of trying to get a promotion at work.

We talk about the devastating disappointment of a nonexistent bacon food truck and the terrifying, all-seeing surveillance cameras popping up everywhere. Plus, we discuss the quest for the perfect video game and a near-disaster that involved a family member with a gun.

We dive into what we've been up to this week, from the grind of work to the frustration of live-action cartoon remakes. We're talking about the glory of fishing in Minecraft and the joy of not having to cook our food afterwards, because it's already done. We get into our disdain for unnecessary live-action remakes, and we talk about a public Minecraft server where we can be gods. Finally, we question the point of it all—life, sleep, and everything in between. Honestly, Lazy stuff.

Feeling like the universe is out to get you? You're not alone. This week, we're talking about everything that's gone wrong, from a dead graphics card and video editing meltdowns to frustrating work projects and a terrible cold. We somehow manage to stay (mostly) positive while diving into Project Zomboid's janky controller support, the ridiculous destruction in the new Battlefield beta, and the surprising saga of three years of expired car tags. Plus, hear about a father-son duo's backyard distillery and the hilarious chaos of a toddler in a gym. Can we make it to the weekend without everything completely falling apart?

This week on Lunch Break, we're recovering from a weekend at Kentucky Kingdom, discussing the pros and cons of the small park's drop towers, repetitive roller coasters, and lack of waves in the wave pool. We also reflect on a recent viewing of the final season of Squid Games, and contemplating how a potential American version might be different. Plus, there's a deep dive into an all-bacon food truck, and the struggles of maintaining a diet while surrounded by delicious, high-calorie food.

This week on Lunch Break, we get into a new game called Mage Arena, where we cast spells with our voices. We also discuss our excitement for the movie adaptation of Project Hell Mary, a book we're huge fans of. The conversation takes an unexpected turn to the dangers of balconies. We also talk about a mysterious "hostile" interstellar object that has entered our solar system. Finally, we make a chaotic plan for our weekend at Kentucky Kingdom!

This week on Lunch Break, prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions! We kick things off with a hilarious, yet heartbreaking, recount of a highly anticipated Pickle Fest that delivered anything but pickles. Then, we dive into the chilling world of Nuclear Nightmare, discussing the terrifying monster movements and the unique multiplayer horror experience. Get ready for some deep thoughts on horror movie jump scares, unsettling camera angles, and what makes a truly scary film. Plus, we share our triumphs and tribulations with work projects, the eternal struggle for decent sleep (Sleep Revenge), and the daunting journey of homeownership. And in a moment of personal reflection, one of us relives the regret of deleting hundreds of childhood YouTube videos. All this and more as we navigate the daily grind and occasionally question our life choices.

Join us for another Lunch Break as we chat about the daily work grind, exciting new cooking adventures (hello, butter chicken curry! ), and the intricate world of video editing, including the quest for perfect pacing and that elusive "truncate tool". We'll also cover useful highway driving advice, thoughts on the end of beloved TV series , and the peculiar challenges of dental visits. And as a person with a full time job, I don't feel even a little weird about having all of these descriptions be almost entirely written by AI because its 11PM and I have work tomorrow! Woooo! See you next Monday!

This week on Lunch Break, we dive into the wild world of AI in video games and sci-fi books, from self-learning AI clones to grumpy beer-can-shaped companions. We're also talking about the surprisingly scary "Nuclear Nightmare" and why some food just tastes better when it's fueled by rage! Plus, hear about the challenges of being a "runner" at Taco Bell and the chaotic charm of a busy kitchen. All this and more, before we run out of time!

This week on Lunch Break, we dive into the burning issues of everyday life! From the agonizing wait for a chemical-weapon-grade hot sauce and battling ridiculous quality control rejections at work , to the thrilling (and sometimes frustrating) journey of converting to Linux and self-hosting everything. Plus, find out about Fidel Castro's surprising dairy obsession and why Virginia sucks for nuclear survival. Join us for a candid chat about work woes and digital freedom!

Join us as we make our triumphant return to work after a long vacation weekend and a beautiful wedding! Our hosts dive into the latest escapades from the Expeditionary Force series, including Skippy's "worm in me meltdown" and a daring jump through a black hole. We talk all about the challenges of voice acting in the audio drama, Homefront, and share our opinions on why voice acting should be taken as seriously as live-action acting. In this episode, we're also geeking out over the movie 28 Days Later, praising its innovative filming techniques and how a simple scene in a church gave us goosebumps. We even discuss our bizarre realization that several Doctor Who actors have starred in zombie movies, which is a weird little factoid for our listeners to enjoy. And of course, we had to finally try the legendary fluffer nutter, a snack mentioned repeatedly in the books. We share our honest review of this super sweet treat and brainstorm some other uses for an industrial amount of marshmallow fluff. Our hosts express their immense love for the Expeditionary Force books, defending them against criticisms they've seen online and proposing our own vision for a Star Trek-style TV show. The journey is what makes the books so good, and we love how the author isn't afraid to put the characters through the wringer.

This week on Lunch Break, the meatbags, I mean, hosts, are battling Monday fatigue and some rather unconventional work situations. One is diving headfirst into a short week, preparing for a wedding where pink bow ties are apparently the fashion statement. The other is wrestling with a Fitbit that committed suicide by water, leading to a deep dive into conductive paint and the eternal quest for more sleep. We also get a massive dose of Expeditionary Force talk, with revelations about the Maxolts and Jeraptha, and a very vivid discussion of dreams involving flying and fighting aliens. Plus, there's a good chunk of chat about the struggles of editing Kenshi videos and the delicate art of not procrastinating. It's a chaotic good time, just like my glorious self! -Skippy

This week on Lunch Break, we dive into the daily grind of work, vacation woes, and the surprising challenges of learning Spanish. We also explore the wild world of streaming service ads and the historical, almost unbelievable, accounts of massive bird flocks in the U.S. Plus, hear about doctor's appointments, attempts at homemade oatmeal, and a deep dive into the Expeditionary Force book series. Get ready for discussions on gaming, the quirks of Japanese vending machines , and the long-awaited return of the B-Dubs Council!

Wooo, This was was messy lol

An episode about improving YouTube videos, battling a nasty bug, and the allure of Guild Wars.

oh yeah woo yeah oh yeah woo yeah woo yeah oh yeah oh woo woo yeah woo yeah woo yeah woo time yeah yeah woo yeah. This one was a lazy one I got to be honest. But hey, It's in theme. We really do just stop halfway through the work day to record these. So, There got to be some wiggle room.

Another successful week! We got a little obsessed with Star Wars this Ep, and Tommy has officially started archery. Will he stick with it and become a pro? Or will he lose interest and move on to something new? Only time will tell.

Sat down for a test recording. Decided to upload it anyway.

Not too bad of a week! Had a lot of fun playing Foxhole, Though it was also terrifying.