Please Continue (Criminal+)
Summary
Phoebe Judge and Lauren Spohr record an in-person episode of Criminal Plus, discussing public restroom hygiene, a basement flood, and a bizarre eBay harassment lawsuit. They also review George Saunders’ short story “Sticks” and share personal updates, including Phoebe’s broken toe and new laser treatments. The hosts announce a new live show featuring personal stories and reveal that their chat segment will be renamed “Please Continue.”
Topics discussed
Intro: Lauren's visit and the rainy weather
Public restroom hygiene and disease risks
Home emergencies: Floods, broken toes, and injuries
Bug bites, no AC, and Polar soda history
The eBay stalking scandal and corporate harassment
Man buys house on eroding cliff; Tom Cruise cameo
Celebrity kids changing names and veneers
Announcing Phoebe's new solo live show
Listener voicemail and studio chair complaints
Reading Club: George Saunders' 'Sticks'
Pond swimming and show naming confusion
Rebranding to 'Please Continue' and intro ideas
Lauren's laser treatments for facial redness
Enjoying soft serve, protein pancakes, and seltzer
Wild blueberries and using walkie-talkies
Camping trends and influencer culture critique
Magic trick and memory care facility story
Outro and contact information
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