Social Studies

This week, the guys chat about their strange culinary habits. Joe gets a wake up call about getting older, and Gas digs in to true crime and cyberbullying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

This week, Joe drops some huge news and Gaspare debates what to do about his hair situation. This episode is sponsored by Better Help, Liquid IV, Quince, and Hero Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2025

This week, Joe unveils his new comedy project that has hit the ground running and Gaspare reveals the shining moments in his 'male canon.' The guys compare their childhood mischief which includes both homemade flamethrowers and homemade tennis ball bombs. This episode is sponsored by mint mobile, liquid IV, Hero Bread, and Quince. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2025

This week, Gaspare blows our minds with strange historical comparisons and Joe secretly wants to drive to your state and be on a jury in your town. Joe teases an amazing guest on an upcoming My Straight Friends show and Gas gets introduced to lake Titicaca. This episode sponsored by Better Help, Liquid IV, Hero Bread, Mint Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2025

This week, Gaspare and Joe take a trip back through memory lane to the early internet days of AIM instant messenger and Myspace before tackling a tricky situation involving a schoolyard bully and self-defense. This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile, Quince, Hero Bread, Thrive Market Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Published: 30 June 2025

This week, the boys debate their reality show skills and dreams and discuss at what point using your kids to manipulate people becomes a problem! This episode is sponsored by Quince, Mint Mobile, Hero Bread, and Liquid IV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2025

This week, Gaspare is forced to choose between money, and his first true love: applebees. Joe hears unsettling news about a hair specialist he talked to and Gaspare has his biggest and scariest show yet! This episode sponsored by Liquid IV, Mint Mobile, Quince, Hero Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

This week, Gaspare gives a lesson on the size of ancient greek packages. Joe weighs in on a absolutely crazy AITAH wedding story, and the boys get frustrated by their furniture. This episode is sponsored by Better Help, Hero Bread, Liquid IV, Mint Mobile, Thrive Market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

This week, Gas is confronted about his millenial heritage and gets compared to a well known cartoon character. Joe has a magic school bus epiphany, and the boys share their extensive AI knowledge. This show is sponsored by better help, liquid Iv, Thrive market, and Mint Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

This week, Gaspare hatches a plan to get Scarlett Johansen to fall in love with him, and Joe goes off on influencers. This show is sponsored by, Hero Bread, Mint Mobile, quince, Thrive Market, and liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

This week, Gaspare gets prank called and Joe reveals how a childhood magician changed his life. Then they discuss an interesting AITAH involving an Au Pair. This episode is sponsored by Liquid IV, Mint Mobile, Quince, and Hero Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

This week, Gaspare teaches his kids lessons about life and Joe relives the glories of his youth after (finally) cleaning up his basement. This episode is brought to you by Better Help, liquid IV, Hero Bread, Thrive Market, and Mint Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

Joe reveals his brand new hairline and helps Gaspare dress for an important event and the guys react to a heartwarming listener email. This episode is sponsored by better help, mint mobile, hero bread, and liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

This week, Joe's eyes are opened to a wild new kink he's never heard of before and Gaspare has a frustrating trip to the statue of liberty, before getting into a listener submitted AITA. This episode is sponsored by Quince, Mint Mobile, Hero Bread, and Liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

This week, Gaspare pretends to be a youth, Joe has a visit from his family, and the guys dissect how big of an age gap in a relationship is too big? This episode is brought to you Quince, Liquid IV, Hero Bread, and Mint Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

This week, Joe wonders if he's the actual a**hole after some dodgy airport maneuvers and Gaspare is in denial about his own backyard gas hole. This episode is brought to you by Hero Bread, Liquid IV, Better Help, and Mint Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

This week, we get a glimpse into one of the more colorful characters from Gaspare's Brooklyn childhood and the guys decide if its okay to bring a crying baby to a party. This episode is sponsored by Liquid Iv, Hero Bread, Quince, and Better Help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

This week Joe and Gaspare get into the real issues of our time including the morality of 9:30am birthday parties, cocktail sauce that hurts so bad its good, and how to not be an a$$hole on your mother's birthday. This episode is brought to you by quince, hero bread, and mint mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

This week, between hating the bar scene and shaking their fists at these kids without any manners, the boys are starting to wonder if they are officially old? This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile, Hero Bread, Green Chef, and Liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

In this episode Joe and Gaspare get to the bottom of some of the oldest and most important questions of all time. Are Gas and Joe really best friends? Are birthday's holidays? How Italian is too Italian when it comes to baby names? Listen to find some answers and of course some random tangents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

This week the boys get into some amazing AITAH emails before playing a trans continental edition of a new game called "What do you call that?." This episode is sponsored by Hero Bread, Better Help, Mint Mobile, Liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Joe recounts a trip to Sydney and is incredibly intrigued by Rugby. Gaspare has parent teacher conferences and the fellas discuss the recent incident where a man gets swallowed whole by a whale on camera! This episode is sponsored by Liquid IV, Hero Bread, Mint Mobile, and Betterhelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Join Joe and Gas as they dive into a whirlwind of topics! Gas shares his frustrating hair struggles, including his experimentation with hair-thickening powders and debates on hair treatments while Joe reminisces on his younger days slaying in the streets. This is a Joe and Gas classic. This show is sponsored by Liquid IV, Green Chef, Mint Mobile, and Hero Bread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

In this episode, Joe and Gas dive into some wild 'Am I the A**hole?' stories. Hear about the drama of correcting someone’s nationality, the shock of finding out about a baby over Instagram, and the heated argument over baby names. Plus, enjoy their banter on everything from French fry etiquette to personal obsessions and quirky smells. Don't miss their witty takes and genuine reactions to these real-life dilemmas! Be sure to grab your tickets to their shows and stay tuned for more laughs. This episode is sponsored by Green Chef, Quince, Mint Mobile, and Hero Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

This week, Gaspare researches battering rams and the boys get nostalgic about early 2000's music before diving down the wonderful Reddit rabbit hole of "Am I the A$$hole." This episode is sponsored by Hero Bread, Mint Mobile, Quince, and Liquid IV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

In this episode Joe and Gaspare discuss being famous parents before diving into a wild fan email about a forbidden one-night stand with a firefighter, and read some intriguing emails about unexpected mishaps. This episode is brought to you by, Betterhelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/socialstudies. This episode is brought to you by LiquidIV, Hero Bread, and Hello Fresh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

Joe and Gas dive into the quirks and annoyances that give them 'the ick.' Gaspare recounts his son's first confession and Joe shows off his incredible football sports knowledge. This episode is sponsored by Hero Bread, Mint Mobile, Liquid IV and Green Chef. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

On this episode the boys discuss everything from healthy eating habits to ingenious freezer organization tips and a sketchy encounter at Trader Joe's. They debate modern tipping etiquette and the bewildering concept of a 'living wage fee' in Seattle. Plus, get ready for some family fun moments and an amusing tale about the true meaning of 'Uranus.' This show is sponsored by Liquid I.V, Green Chef, Mint Mobile, and Hero Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2025

This week, Joe and Gaspare talk planes trains and automobiles as Joe takes a wild flight out of L.A. and almost gets abducted by an Uber driver. Gaspare gets mistaken for an alcoholic and the guys read an email about a flight attendant put in a precarious position. This show is sponsored by Liquid I.V. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Joe and Gaspare kick off 2025 by swapping party hosting techniques and the best ways to deal with porch pirates. Ever heard of grounding sheets? Gaspare shares his experiences with them and other quirky household gadgets. Plus, tales of electrocution pranks, fireworks mischief, staying up past bedtime woes with kids, and Joe's parents' driving adventures. Get ready for a delightful episode of tangents, laughter, and friendship. This show/episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. This show is sponsored by Liquid I.V. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025

In this festive episode, the boys dive into a wild mix of topics. Joe's deals with a drunken heckler during a special taping and Gaspare struggles to keep his elf on the shelf. They discuss bizarre Christmas traditions and put Joe's knowledge of holiday trivia to the test. Wrapping up the year, they reflect on their accomplishments and express their heartfelt gratitude to their listeners. It's a chaotic, laugh-out-loud episode you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

In this episode of the Social Studies Podcast the boys dive into topics such as the peculiarities of room names in houses, the point (or lack) of fine China, and the curious cases of targeted ads. Gaspare is in the thick of Elf on the Shelf season, and Joe shares his raw food preferences. The episode also dives into deep-fried turkey surprises and fun facts about 'The Office.' Plus, don't miss the jaw-dropping story of a jog that took an unexpected turn. Tune in for a mix of humor, nostalgia, and relatable moments! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get on your way to being your best self at https://www.betterhelp.com/socialstudies  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

Joe and Gaspare dive into funny stories about hotel mishaps, audience experiences, and a humorous take on attractive male hobbies. Joe shares his thoughts on dealing with disruptive theater audiences, and the guys review the popular 80s computer game 'The Oregon Trail'. This episode is packed with laughter, anecdotes, and genuine moments from two entertaining personalities. Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus free shipping. Use code 50SOCIALSTUDIES at https://www.factormeals.com/50SOCIALSTUDIES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

This week, Gaspare teaches a history lesson and Joe gets targeted by Wicked. Joe calls out Gaspare's hair denial, and the guys read some emails with some interesting teaching scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

In this episode, Joe has a wild day in Staten Island, a luxurious yet awkward hotel stay in Atlantic City, and meets staten islanders in the wild. Gaspare recounts a mandatory CCD meeting and shares some of his least favorite foods before the guys dive into some hilarious emails about avocados, amazon drivers, and a La Quinta exorcism. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/socialstudies and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2024

This week, Gaspare gets friendly with his contractor while his house is under construction, Joe gets an update on the Gofund Me neighbors and dreams about owning a chicken coop before the guys play an intense game of "would you rather" and delve into the world of pet owner only fans. Support the show and get 50% off your first Factor box with code SOCIALSTUDIES50 at https://www.factormeals.com/SOCIALSTUDIES50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2024

On this emails only episode, Joe and Gas dig into a WILD story and potential future Netflix documentary before reminiscing about the horrors of Covid and discussing the state of homecoming and school dances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

This week, the guys chat about their strange culinary habits. Joe gets a wake up call about getting older, and Gas digs into true crime and cyberbullying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

This week, Gaspare pretends to be a youth, Joe has a visit from his family, and the guys dissect how big of an age gap in a relationship is too big? This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/socialstudies and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

This week, Joe and Gas do an emails only show where they give marriage and dating advice to some fans with very questionable dating scenarios. Gas gets addicted to melatonin and Joe can't stand uppity interviewers. Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus 20% off your next month. Use code SOCIALSTUDIES50 at https://www.factormeals.com/SOCIALSTUDIES50  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2024

This week, Joe and Gaspare share hotel horror stories, Gaspare shares a hilarious story from a trip to Ireland, and the podcast might get cancelled by the authorities after the guys read an unbelievable story from a patreon member. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

This week, the guys discover Reddit and go down some truly WILD rabbit holes. Joe shares a bizarre dating story and Gaspare shares a memory from his senior prom (or maybe not). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

This week, Gaspare gets a lesson in youth slang from his daughter, and Joe experiences the wildness of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Also middle schoolers are mean online and Gaspare finds people who miraculously wake up with a new accent. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/SOCIALSTUDIES and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

This week, Gaspare and Joe talk about getting old and Joe discovers something magical and bewildering at his local target. Gaspare gets feedback on his new haircut and the guys weigh in on the importance of expiration dates. Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus 20% off your next month. Use code SOCIALSTUDIES50 at https://www.factormeals.com/SOCIALSTUDIES50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

This week, Gaspare reveals a few of his new TV obsessions including one as crazy as the TIger King. Joe goes down some tik tok live rabbit holes and Gaspare loses followers whenever he's nice to his wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

This week, Joe dissects a recent show that didn't quite go according to plan. Gaspare gets a new set of headphones and goes to skyline chili before sharing the story of Lucy's epic drum solo. promo code SOCIAL at Navage.com/SOCIAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 September 2024

This week, Gaspare and Joe have a heated debate about the merits (or lack thereof) of selling pictures of your feet to strangers on the internet. Joe shares some reflections on teaching during the pandemic and Gaspare learns what his kids think of having a famous Dad. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and get on your way to being your best self at https://www.betterhelp.com/socialstudies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

This week, Gaspare goes to the dermatologist and the Zoo while Joe visits the worlds most bizarre grocery store. Indulge in hydration this summer with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to LIQUID IV DOT COM and use code SOCIAL at checkout. Support the show and get 50% off your first Factor box, plus 20% off your next month with code SOCIALSTUDIES50 at https://www.factormeals.com/socialstudies50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2024

This week, Gas and Joe get sentimental(ish) as they answer questions from the fans and tell the tale of their friendship. Gaspare takes a family trip and Joe contemplates joining a fantasy football league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

This week, the boys get in the olympic spirit and share thoughts and feelings about current and past olympians. Gaspare shares his impressions of Michigan's finest pizza from his recent tour and listener's share wild stories including a SHOCKING story about a daring grandpa. Indulge in hydration this summer with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to liquid-iv.com and use code SOCIAL at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2024