Trash Party Aftermath

Justin argues that he didn’t grow up in a “rich” neighborhood but Chris counters his claim with proof: full-sized candy bars at Halloween and a dog that took himself for walks. Burgers are discussed. Chris tries to order food from Google Home. The legacy of “Fast Edna” is retold. Also: Chris is horrified when he hears that Justin recently drank from a hose.

Justin recounts the most theatrical child fight of his life. Trampolines are illegally transported. Chris longs for a richer upbringing. Also: balltag, the streetlight rule, and backflip prestige.

On this very special TPA, we learn about Chris’ sultry escapades as a teenager. The Chris vs. David saga continues. Also: skaterink cliques, Deadman’s Hill, & Frogger.

The boys reflect on an old, embarrassing cassette tape of questionable origin. The Peterson genes are challenged. Chris questions his role in the dynamic of their friend group. The infamous destruction of a neighborhood snow fort is recounted.

Chris and Justin explore the menus of some local diners & eateries. Chris gives Justin the skinny on “The Barnyard” & how he needs to experience it. Chicken from a town called Ladd. McDonald’s fajita kleptomaniacs. This one is about food. Dig in.

Justin’s wife sees something horrific on their nightly walk, leading the boys to theorize about the existence of a neighborhood Slender Man & the role of their local cult. Also: more wrestling vestibule horror stories.

Hop into the Wayback with the boys and experience some gnarly, bare-knuckle stories about kids fighting kids. From claw hammer beat-downs to Chippewa water bottle brawls, nobody comes out on top when it comes to child fightin’. Trust us.

Chris and Justin reminisce about the good ol’ days of Pokémon. Justin prefers to take his video games alone in a cold, dark room. Also: Nickelodeon and after school TV. Mysterious meetings in East New Jersey. Then Justin concludes that his grade school bully truly went next level.

We discuss Chris’ messed up sleeping habits. New Jersey recap. Justin’s strange jogging attire. Chris can’t remember details, so Justin shares a milestone memory. Chris’ level of customer service is a problem. Also: fish fights. God help us.

Justin tries to convince Chris that his weird teenage adventures involving duct-tape thongs and storm-drain hideaway porn were super normal. Summertime antics, adolescence, and giant sewer pipes are celebrated. We were like The Goonies.. only grosser. Justin explores a dark childhood memory. Also: show and tell.

On a comic run, we discuss Chris’ impressive high school rage and the merits of Windows 95 computing. Fitness planning, fast food chit-chatting, and air conditioner installation happen. We go on a hunt for the correct size of screw in Chris’ garage. We’re in a car!

Justin’s adolescent Chicago misadventures are questioned. A mysterious local grave & Unsolved Mysteries are introduced to Chris. Also: local wrestling, Kevin Smith, and bucket lists.

Chris & Justin explore the legacies of tent-dwellers, secret menus, and the illusive “special” shower. The fate of their favorite local business is lamented. Pie is served. Enjoy!