Season 4, Episode 90: Signapalooza, Gas Leaks & Lying Liars

Season 4, Episode 90: Signapalooza, Gas Leaks & Lying Liars

What should be a simple request to replace a business sign turns into a bureaucratic adventure involving city zoning, council members, the Mayor of Indianapolis, and a decades-old ballet performance in a tutu. Meanwhile, Greg and Keely’s week spirals into chaos. A shredded tire strands their daughter on the interstate, a suspected gas leak sends Rosslyn Retreat guests scrambling, plumbers appear and disappear, hot water goes missing, and Booking.com [http://booking.com/] somehow manages to create a double-booking nightmare complete with accusations, refund demands, and a guest who insists Greg is a “lying liar.” Andy and Greg share stories about short-term rental ownership, city government red tape, home repairs, customer service disasters, and the absurd moments that somehow become normal when you’re living in the suburbs. In this episode: * The Mint Aesthetics sign saga * Dancing with the Mayor of Indianapolis * Zoning battles and bureaucracy * The Rosslyn Retreat gas leak mystery * Weekend plumber adventures * Hot water headaches * Booking.com [http://booking.com/] double-booking chaos * Difficult guests and refund drama * Why every problem seems to arrive in groups of three Life in the suburbs isn’t always quiet. Sometimes it’s Signapalooza. www.suburbspodcast.com

Carb Day Chaos, Indy 500 Crowds, The Wiener 500 & Strange Encounters at Lowe’s | S4 E89

Carb Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway brings out the best—and sometimes the strangest—of humanity. In Season 4 Episode 89 of Welcome To The Suburbs, Greg shares a Carb Day story involving Indy 500 traffic, an unexpected confrontation, and a reminder that patience isn’t everyone’s strongest virtue. From there, Andy and Greg explore the unique culture surrounding the Indianapolis 500, the annual migration of race fans, and the colorful characters that seem to appear whenever thousands of people gather in one place. The conversation takes another turn when Greg recounts two bizarre encounters with the same mysterious customer at Lowe’s, raising an important suburban question: how much personal space is enough? Plus:  Indy 500 and Carb Day traditions The Oscar Mayer Wiener 500 and Wienermobile racing  Traffic, tailgating, and race-day etiquette Funny observations from everyday suburban life Real stories that are stranger than fiction If you’ve ever sat in race traffic, shopped at a home improvement store, or wondered what makes people behave the way they do, this episode is for you. Listen now and join Andy and Greg as they find humor in the wonderfully weird world of suburban living.   www.suburbspodcast.com

Welcome to the Suburbs Season 4 Episode 88: Your Poor Sleep Is Making You Fat

What do a fake funeral, a missing set of keys, a malfunctioning fitness tracker, and a neighbor obsessed with building codes have in common? They’re all part of another unforgettable week in the suburbs. In Episode 88, Greg and Andy share stories from the Mint Aesthetics & Skin open house, including an unexpected encounter with a neighbor who immediately critiques a questionable addition on the property. Greg also recounts his ongoing battle with a wearable fitness tracker that somehow records only 35 minutes of sleep a night while simultaneously grading his health. The guys discuss a viral social media post from a driver whose car was towed from a handicapped parking space, a bizarre story about a manager who staged her own funeral to see which employees would attend, and Andy’s backyard mystery involving missing gate keys, lawn care crews, and a frantic search that ends in the most unlikely place. From Broad Ripple real estate adventures to suburban absurdities, this episode is packed with humor, unexpected twists, and the everyday stories that make neighborhood life so entertaining. Topics include: * Broad Ripple and Indianapolis stories * Fitness trackers and sleep monitoring gone wrong * Viral social media posts * Workplace culture and management fails * Home ownership challenges * Lawn care mishaps * Funny neighborhood encounters * Suburban life and comedy Join Andy and Greg for another hilarious episode of Welcome to the Suburbs. New episodes every Monday. Website: www.thesuburbspodcast.com [http://www.thesuburbspodcast.com/]   www.suburbspodcast.com

Welcome to the Suburbs | Season 4 Episode 87 | Tommy Sue, Jenny on the Spot & Rental Chaos

In Season 4, Episode 87 of Welcome to the Suburbs, Greg and Andy catch up after time away from the studio and immediately tumble into suburban absurdity. A simple evening walk with Geoffrey turns into an unexpected encounter with “Tommy Sue” — a woman tied to one of Indiana’s most infamous social scandals — complete with jet skis, renovation plans, and invitations to future dinner parties Greg may already regret accepting. The guys also revisit the ongoing saga of “Jenny on the Spot,” the long-term Airbnb tenant whose stay at Ripple Avenue Suites spirals from water damage and drywall dust into missing furniture, abandoned family photos, police calls, lawsuits, and one unforgettable move-out. Along the way: * Dogs that understand how to spell W-A-L-K * Neighborhood gossip and suburban mythology * Open houses and rental headaches * Police reports and scam artists * The emotional rollercoaster of being a short-term rental host * Why every recurring character eventually gets written off the show Funny, chaotic, occasionally heartfelt — just another week in the suburbs. Listen now and spread the laughter. www.suburbspodcast.com

Casinos, Comedy Road Stories & Family Chaos | Welcome To The Suburbs S4 Ep86

It’s May in Indiana—and that means race season, road stories, and a few unexpected detours. In this episode of Welcome To The Suburbs, Andy and Greg dive into the world of casinos, stand-up comedy on the road, and the strange economics of entertainment—from smoky gambling floors and bingo halls to low-paying gigs in paradise. Greg shares stories from his years as a traveling comic—why some gigs aren’t worth the trip, what it’s like performing in casinos, and the reality behind “dream” destinations like Hawaii and Vegas. Along the way, the conversation veers into: * Indiana casino culture and proposed new developments * The psychology of gambling (and why they hand you silver dollars) * Comedy club economics and life on the road * Family gatherings, awkward moments, and unforgettable exits * The myth of “fun” at corporate events and conferences It’s part storytelling, part stand-up, and part honest look at the choices we make—on stage, on the road, and at home. If you enjoy comedy podcasts, stand-up stories, Midwest life, or behind-the-scenes entertainment talk, this episode is for you. Subscribe, share, and help us spread the laughter. www.suburbspodcast.com