Funny Business

293: Parade or Charade? Ranking Macy’s Wildest Balloons

Which Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon are you holding on to? Matt went full Super Saiyan over Goku, flirted with Mario, and still somehow ended up swinging into Spider-Man’s arms. Someone also walked away with a cup of pure Dunkin’ cream with no coffee in sight.Plus, we’re giving thanks in the most chaotic way possible with another round of “Cheers to You,” where quarter zips and postal workers finally get the appreciation they deserve.00:00 Intro04:48 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon bracket showdown24:07 Person of the Week24:54 Cheers To You!38:58 Advice and Outro Follow Funny Business on Spotify for weekly episodes. More at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] Note: The opinions expressed in this show are the hosts' views and not necessarily those of any business or organization. The podcast hosts are solely responsible for the content of this show.

292: Bagpipes, Burrito Wars, and BYU Drama

Target just launched a new employee policy that demands smiling, waving, and “helpful energy” when customers are within a 10-foot radius. So naturally, Mike and Matt break down why this is probably the worst possible timing to become overly friendly. Also in this episode: an all-you-can-eat honeymoon hot dog plan, a bold burrito betrayal, and a very questionable claim from one of baseball’s biggest names.00:00 Intro02:36 Target workers and shoppers slam company’s new forced greeting policy: ‘Nothing says corporate joy like a mandatory smile’17:24 Person of the Week21:51 Buy Or Sell45:19 Outro and Advice Follow Funny Business on Spotify for weekly episodes. More at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Note: The opinions expressed in this show are the hosts' views and not necessarily those of any business or organization. The podcast hosts are solely responsible for the content of this show.

291: $3,000 a Day to Hold a Dove? Sign Us Up

What would you give up to make $3,000 a day? Turns out all you need is great hands, a daily manicure, and the ability to hold a dove for Chanel. Also in this episode: Mike's miraculous hubcap reunion, Matt's unsolicited geography lesson, and a whole lot of questionable career planning. 00:00 Intro 02:25 Here’s how much you can earn per day as a professional hand model 14:48 Person of the Week 16:51 Down in the Dumps 26:49 Advice and Outro Follow Funny Business on Spotify for weekly episodes. More at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod] Note: The opinions expressed in this show are the hosts' views and not necessarily those of any business or organization. The podcast hosts are solely responsible for the content of this show.

290: 6-7, ESPN Drama, and Wedding Song Showdown

Dictionary.com says the Word of the Year is… 6-7. And no, it’s not a typo, it’s a vibe. From Gen Alpha chaos in math class to ESPN beefing with YouTube TV, plus our ultimate wedding song power rankings, this episode has everything you didn’t know you needed. 00:00 Intro 03:02 Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year — “67” 16:48 Person of the Week 20:38 Funny Business Power Rankings 35:15 Outro and Advice Follow Funny Business on Spotify for weekly episodes. More at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod] Note: The opinions expressed in this show are the hosts' views and not necessarily those of any business or organization. The podcast hosts are solely responsible for the content of this show.

289: The Government Is Watching… Your Fruit Choices

Corrupt officials, cyber attacks, and pumpkin pie—this week, we’re delving into America’s deepest fears and rating fruits. From government surveillance to blueberry slander, no topic is off-limits, not even bananas.00:00 Intro06:08 What do Americans fear most? The answers to this foreboding study might surprise you15:35 Person of the Week17:10 Check The Ratings38:40 Advice and Outro Follow Funny Business on Spotify for weekly episodes. More at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://beacons.ai/funnybusinesspod] Note: The opinions expressed in this show are the hosts' views and not necessarily those of any business or organization. The podcast hosts are solely responsible for the content of this show.