This episode is a roller coaster from start to finish. Anthony opens with a shocking story about bathroom etiquette that somehow spirals into full-on bathroom humor—locker-room behavior, gym filming etiquette, and what counts as normal vs non-normal grooming habits. The family dives into the debate, and, of course, opinions are hilariously divided.

Kelly drops a topic that goes completely off the rails, leading to the family teasing Mom about her hearing (all in good fun). Anthony also recounts his recent car problems—including a near-cartoon moment where he almost got chased by a train like something out of a slapstick comedy. 🚗🚆

Amid all the laughs, we shift gears to discuss a deeply tragic real-world event: the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old veteran’s hospital nurse shot and killed by federal immigration agents during protests in Minneapolis. Pretti was described by friends and colleagues as compassionate and dedicated to caring for others, and his death has sparked national attention and debate.

We talk about the parallels some have drawn between current events and dystopian themes from The Hunger Games and The Handmaid’s Tale—looking at how stories of individual sacrifice and government power resonate in today’s world.

Join us for a mix of laughs, chaos, and thoughtful conversation.

Kelly is fresh off her birthday trip to Vegas, complete with a Hell’s Kitchen dining experience and an interaction with fellow diners that’ll have you asking, what would you do? The fun continues with a theater faux pas so distracting it leaves the actors questioning their own performance. Plus, we tackle the ultimate travel etiquette debate: if someone asks you to save their seat at the airport, what do you do when you come back and someone else is sitting there?

Anthony shares his first-ever argument with ChatGPT (yes, over politics), Matthew gives a shoutout to a new listener who agrees Dad looks like Smokey Robinson, and Mom tells a completely unhinged story involving a four-year-old Anthony who was supposedly “sleeping” — a moment that explains far more than it should.

We also dive into a thoughtful discussion around weight, food noise, and the psychology of eating, sparked by conversations about Oprah and GLP-1 medications. We unpack the idea of “choices” versus biology, growth hormones, and how food systems and weight trends differ between the U.S. and the EU. Mom drops a food fact that absolutely blows Anthony’s mind — is he really the only one who didn’t know this?!

Finally, we reminisce about Dad’s many inventions, all lovingly named “The Tony,” each one destined (briefly) to make the family rich — and Dad himself makes a cameo to give his two cents. We wrap things up with a conversation about the different ways people make an impact, whether through teaching, mentoring, or simply showing up for others.

As always, it’s a mix of laughs, debates, nostalgia, and the kind of conversations that only happen around the family table.

In this episode, the family dives into some big questions and some very uncomfortable confessions. We talk about whether there should be an added layer between police and the public when it comes to mental health responses, and what that could look like in practice.

Matthew shares a recent visit to a psychic that brought him a surprising sense of closure — even if it came in a slightly roundabout way. He also delivers an absolutely unforgettable (and mildly traumatizing) story that will have you immediately checking your work computer’s browser history and privacy settings. Consider yourself warned.

Things take another unexpected turn when Matthew raises the topic of acceptable cleaning practices for… personal items. Let’s just say you may want to think twice before grabbing that glass of water without asking questions.

The conversation shifts to whether people today are more patriotic than in the past, with Anthony breaking down the difference between patriotism and nationalism — and why that distinction matters. Anthony also promises a “lighter” story… which leads the family to seriously question his definition of the word.

Mom brings some must-hear stories about actors that spark plenty of reactions, and she and Matthew revisit a previous topic where new information may have actually changed her perspective. Growth at the table — we love to see it.

As always, it’s thoughtful, ridiculous, and just unfiltered enough to make you laugh, cringe, and maybe rethink a few life choices.

Pull up a chair.