Past Shows
TFG Unbuttoned: Deja Vu, But Make it Worse
02.03.26 | Tim and John discuss a variety of topics including the many iterations of Ground Hog Day mascots. Also, the right wing’s obsession with banning marriage equality has bubbled up again and Open Table’s new additional fees are exposed.
Jeff Bezos Career Advice That Makes Sense
01.28.26 | Snow days and extreme climbing feats, a Lego–Crocs crossover, and a dive into gay history with bodybuilder Bob Paris. Tim and John also mark the Business Birthday of Zara co-founder Rosalía Mera and close with Jeff Bezos on why real-world work experience matters before starting a business.
TFG Unbuttoned: Pride Gone, Slavery Erased, and No Mushrooms for You!
01.27.26 | The cancellation of Tucson Pride, the removal of slavery exhibits in Philadelphia, and a bizarre case of hallucinogenic mushrooms that cause users to see tiny humans. Along the way, Tim and John unpack the politics shaping LGBTQ+ events, shifting entertainment norms, and who gets to decide how history is told.
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood
01.21.26 | This week Tim and John cover everything from the changing economics of TV advertising to a Dabney Coleman documentary and the slow fade of the manual transmission. The Business Birthday celebrates Ailbhe Keane of Izzy Wheels, whose bold designs are changing how we see mobility and style. Shop Talk Focus Group looks at the legacy of Mr. Rogers and a critique of his stance on LGBTQ issues, examined through the lens of the cultural realities of the 1960s and ’70s.
TFG Unbuttoned: Book Your Stay on the Moon Now
01.20.26 | A look at the ripple effects of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, from airlines to fitness clubs. Mackenzie Scott’s record-breaking gift to the Trevor Project and take a detour into the surreal with a startup planning a hotel on the moon.
Gird Your Loins! The Right Is on the DEI Warpath
01.14.26 | This week, Caught My Eye covers 2026 predictions from Baba Vanga, the “Nostradamus of the Balkans,” and profiles a new business called Physical Phones, which harken back to the days of land lines and corded phones. Shop Talk Focus Group reveals the future implications of DEI initiatives in corporate America based on the current administration. Mark Goodson of game show fame is the Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: Space Shuttle Shakedown
01.13.26 | LGBTQ Google searches for asylum in Canada are up, the importance of hiring for character over experience, and the future of the Space Shuttle Discovery are on deck this episode. It reflects the current situation in the U.S. and the implications of recent political decisions.
Rebrands Gone Sideways
01.07.26 | A parody website and a new corporate logo are examples of rebrands with unexpected results. Tim and John examine name changes at the Kennedy Center, and PepsiCo’s new look. The geographic center or the lower 48 states is revealed and how about holetox for 2026? The “Father of Standard Time,” Sandford Fleming, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: No Mail for You!
01.06.26 | In this episode, Tim and John reflect on their podcasting journey as they enter their 19th year. The conversation also touches on the decline of traditional mail services in Denmark and the implications of strict DUI laws in Utah, culminating in a light-hearted discussion about New York City’s iconic subway announcer.
Holiday Shoppers Picking Sides
12.24.25 | Mobile phone carriers, holiday traditions, and consumer activism are on the agenda. First, a look at the Swedish Christmas tradition of Kalle Anka, a beloved Disney special. Then the story of a hiker who was frozen in ice for 30 years. Mary Barra, the first female CEO of General Motors, is the Business Birthday. Shop Talk concludes with a discussion on boycotting ant-DEI brands during the holiday season.
