Fifty Thousand Dollar Gazebo!
Sep 3, 2026 · 48m
Summary
Rob and Rich discuss a new immersive "Rob Benedict" video game concept and Rob's recent Dodgers game experience, noting the stadium's new Uniqlo sponsorship. They also share stories about their in-laws, including Steve's infamous Costco redwood gazebo purchase, and Rob's interactions with bassist Mandy Clark. The episode wraps up with details on Rob's upcoming Broadway show in Orlando and his new album featuring a Walk the West cover.
Topics discussed
Choreography banter and loudness check
Album title 'Me Turning You Down' and shirtless video
Patreon 'Trion' tier and merch announcement
The immersive Rob Benedict digital experience game
Patreon benefits and the Baldwin brothers joke
Wendell Har's nickname 'Doula' and obstetrician joke
Hank Chilton's new Dodgers-themed sports bar
Winning streak and new roommates Steve and Jan
Dodgers vs Cardinals game and Mark's tickets
Concert at Hank's bar and Tom the animator
Echo Park venue smells and Siggy Pop confusion
Band lineup, new songs, and Adrian Palicki visit
Album concept changes and meeting Stephanie
Walk the West cover and Will Goleman guest spot
Regional bands and meeting Mandy the bassist
Ben Folds tour story and Mandy's talent
Learning bass parts and Ruth teaching bat
Guitar patterns and the musician's Achilles heel
Mandy's tour and Rob's blurred background return
Living with in-laws and social preferences
Costco habits and the Redwood Gazebo story
Steve's spending habits and the $5,000 gazebo
The $18 million yacht and Spanish exclamation points
Laughing at Steve and wrapping up the podcast
Upcoming events: 9/11 and birthdays
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