Saying goodbye to everyone we've ever known
Summary
Dan and Phil return from a two-week break to discuss their upcoming Hard Launch world tour, which features new shows in cities like Manila and Manchester. They share stories from recent events, including a chaotic escape room experience and attending Death Note the Musical, while also addressing a new neighbor who is a funeral director. The episode includes listener mail, a discussion about a viral low-budget Chinese movie, and a domestic dispute over Dan’s unauthorized purchase of a printer.
Topics discussed
FX's 'Adults' new season and Hulu streaming
Pepsi Zero Sugar sponsorship and late-night snacking
Moving in next to a funeral director
The inflatable elephant sofa and upcoming guest episode
Lava lamp repair and Mathmos sponsorship
Returning from break and funny bone injuries
Hard Launch World Tour rehearsals and new dates
Jokes about Manila and AI data centers
Podcast on the road plan and fashion commentary
Packing for tour and the squeaky queen neighbor
Wisconsin cat with 29 toes and rock climbing
Bavarian finger wrestling world championships
Viral low-budget Chinese cow movie 'Newulai'
SeatGeek sponsorship and concert seat ratings
Factor meal kit sponsorship and easy dinners
Saying goodbye to family before the tour
Hanging out with straight friends and escape rooms
Death Note musical cosplay and Getty Images photos
Shopify sponsorship and selling leather shirts
Vinted sponsorship and selling closet items
The Gaydar concept and detecting attraction
British Podcast Awards and buying a printer
Hard Launches: 9/11 conception, budgie, and neighbor merch
Patreon bonus content and ChatGPT Work ad
FX's 'The Bear' final season promotion
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