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Small Town Scuttlebutt

Rick Fink & Liz Daly

Making sense of what’s happening in our society is complicated. From the perpetual virtue-signaling to the over-reliance on water bottles, small towns across the globe are facing serious challenges. The man-bun, mommy blogs, and people who consider figure skating a sport; they’re all egregiously wrong! So, if your typical day is stymied by self-checkout machines that always need an employee override or your inbox is flooded with way too many over-worded emails from your kid’s school, we can

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41:07

E146: Small Town "News"

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/05/23

We've curated the most irrelevant news stories from even more irrelevant small towns across the country. Catch all the latest on dick pic scams and livestock running from the law. Also, a positive customer service experience; and is gambling taking over advertising in sports? You can bet on it!

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48:02

E145: Showgirls and Dance Moms. Guest: Cailin Caskey

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/05/16

Cailin Caskey is a former Las Vegas Showgirl. Now she's a dance instructor and judge. Hey, we like judging people too! Let's start with Dance Moms! Also, a Comedians of Comedy recap, positive small-town news, and topless pool parties.

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44:02

E144: Listener Emails

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/05/09

The Scuttlebuds have spoken! We read a stack of your emails, internalize them, and then wax poetic on your topics du jour. Random topics include everything from the future of AI to cat ownership. Also, shitty contractors and rainbows.

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48:02

E143: Do Schools Kill Creativity? Guest: Mark Riley

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/05/02

The most-watched TED Talk was given by Sir Ken Robinson who posed the question, "Do Schools Kill Creativity?" A generation has passed since and yet, nothing has changed. Mark Riley sits in sharing his insights. Also, we talk about the comedy movie Mark wrote and his acting roles in various projects.

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57:01

E142: Evan Walsh, Real Estate Expert

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/04/25

Evan Walsh joins us to share his Spring market update, recall some crazy expectations from buyers and sellers, and explain how selling a home with a dead body on the property has some challenges. Also, Liz gets a raise at work and Rick takes the stage at Nick's Comedy Stop.

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41:41

E141: Stand-up Comic, Andrew Della Volpe

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/04/18

Andrew Della Volpe sits in for Liz this week and shares his perspectives on hot-button small-town news stories like a recent cat rescue and the whereabouts of an antelope that escaped from the zoo. Also, listener email, and is saying, "ladies" really offensive?

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38:22

E140: Julie Dereshinsky, Certified Professional...

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/04/11

There isn't an instruction manual to navigate the tribulations of daily life. But there is a Julie Dereshinsky! If you're not living your life, you can do something about it. Listening to this episode is a great start. You're on your own after that. Also, Three's Company references!

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41:25

E139: Spirit Day Dismay

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/04/04

Sparkly sweater-thing? Check! Funny socks? Check! Stupid hat? Check! Congratulations, your kid is ready for another Spirit Day! Some parents beam with excitement for these special occurrences. We're not those parents. Also: a dumb husband story, a missed connection at the gym, and listener emails.

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42:25

E138: True Crime with Paul Maleary

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/03/28

Paul Maleary visits the basement to share his experience as a homicide detective who's interrogated 30 murder suspects. Now he hosts, Paul Maleary's Ex-Jobs Downloaded Podcast, and is on the upcoming television series, Vivica Fox's Interrogation Room. Also on the show, we discuss writing roasts with a kid, the tribulations of texting with an iPhone, and the evils of "Big Wheelbarrow."

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41:00

E137: Mompetitions Are Real

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/03/21

Your kid is going to summer camp but her kid is going to study abroad. Who cares? Well, she does, that's who! There are some moms out there making their children seem better, smarter, and more advanced than yours. Also, dads who serve as their kid's sports agents and "Travel Dad" crushes it in Las Vegas.

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01:04:32

E136: Spousal Peeves Commiseration

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/03/14

One day you have complete autonomy, personal space, and a perfectly curated Netflix queue. Then you get married and it's all gone. Love makes us do some crazy things. But that doesn't mean your spouse isn't going to annoy you sometimes. Let's all get on the same page and assess what is normal and what needs intervention. Also, dating advice for the recently divorced and a debate about Barry Manilow.

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51:42

E135: Super Neighbors!

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/03/07

There are some great neighbors out there. We found some people in small towns across America that will make you feel good after hearing what they've done. Also, impatience at the drive-thru and moms who can't navigate a parking lot.

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49:54

E134: Mark Riley - Comedian and Former NHL Referee

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/02/28

Who says referees don't have a sense of humor? Meet Mark Riley. He lasted a week in the NHL. Today he does it all; comedy, acting, and writing. Also, he loves Oprah.

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01:01:51

E133: Overreaction Case Studies

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/02/21

We present five news stories involving people who handle situations with "alternative" solutions. Let's examine these behaviors and decide if they are justified or out of line! Also, Rick pisses off a teacher's assistant and Liz presents a new installment of "What's in the Box?"

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57:49

E132: Customer Disservice

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/02/14

Press "1" to waste your time. Press "2" to press more buttons. Press "3" to speak to someone who doesn't care. Let's be honest, customer service is abysmal these days. Thankfully, Rick and Liz have all the answers! Also, drills vs. impact drivers, doctor's office drama, and stupid contractor tricks.

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01:08:07

E131: "No Apologies World Tour" Live Show

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/02/07

We emerge from the basement to record before a live audience at the Zullo Gallery and Center for the Arts in Medfield, MA. Special guest Will Noonan performs stand-up and sits down for some fun conversation. Also, Townie Topics and other bits of fun!

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59:47

E130: When Equity isn't Equitable

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/01/31

There is a high school that believes withholding scholarships from high-achieving students is equitable. We believe that is the most asinine thing we've heard all week! Also, another weight loss product that's sure to disappoint, positive human experiences, and Turkish coffee is the new Adderall.

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01:02:50

E129: How to Agree to Disagree

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/01/24

You have better things to do than argue on the internet. Yet, for some, it's a tough urge to fight. Don't be that guy. You're better than he/him/his! Also, breaking up with your gym, breakdancing is coming back, and things that "spark outrage!"

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58:13

E128: The Differences Between Raising Sons and Daughters

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/01/17

Boys and girls are different and so often is the approach to raising them. Why? We discuss this parental conundrum while citing our own double standards and biases. Also, the worst would-be bride in human history, our live show at the Zullo Gallery and Center for the Arts is sold out, and perfect pants for the effortlessly cool mom.

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55:51

E127: How to Sound Smarter by Omitting Obnoxious...

Small Town Scuttlebutt ·

2023/01/10

Have you ever heard someone refer to something as a "nothingburger" and thought, Damn! This guy is brilliant!? Neither have we. Leave the popular buzzwords, cliches, and office jargon for the marginally intelligent. You're better than them! Also, listener emails and perhaps the most asinine product of the week in human history.

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