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Rick English, operations manager at Kays of Scotland, explains sourcing Ailsa Craig granite and crafting Olympic curling stones. Rich Ruiden, American curler and two-time national champ who practices law off-ice, reflects on his long Olympic journey. Nick Monte, chief of color who sprays halfpipe guiding lines, shares painting routines, safety marking, and crowd reactions.

Beth Stelling, quick-witted stand-up known for sharp observational humor, and Tom Papa, amiable comedian with charming storytelling, join the show. They riff on a Norwegian biathlete's on-camera confession, debate baking as a romantic move, and react to limericks and lightning quiz chaos. Arden Cho appears to chat about Rumi and poker before a Kmart trivia showdown.

Anna Brown, a Pew Research Center survey methodologist, explains a quirky translation bug that turned 'yes' into 'forks'. Don Moffitt, an Olympic ice master, describes building and maintaining competition-grade hockey ice and challenges like temporary rinks and protecting surfaces during events. Short, surprising stories about survey glitches and obsessive ice care make for a playful, curious conversation.

Mychal Threets, the world’s most popular librarian who’s rebooting Reading Rainbow, chats about library joy and reviving a beloved kids’ show. Josh Gondelman, a sharp-witted comedian and panel regular, adds playful takes as the group riffs on goo meal-replacements, mascot design, quirky news quizzes, and Super Bowl prep.

Sir Patrick Stewart, veteran actor and knight, shares a playful take on carrying the Olympic torch and its rituals. Ted Ligety, Olympic gold medalist and former U.S. ski racer, talks about downhill racing, training, jet lag, and the oddities of traveling with medals. They trade stories about torch logistics, ski course sounds, and the fine margins that make or break a run.

A lively chat with a movie director about staging big musical moments and creative concert entrances. Discussion of quirky marketing tie-ins, including a humorous Elphaba-branded Swiffer story. Quick-fire news riffs, odd tourist attractions, and playful games that riff on current headlines.

Funny news games include a round about a mysterious Bill tied to topics from Greenland to tool-using cows. A lively stadium-oddities segment imagines bizarre campus perks. A TV investor discusses on-screen antics, odd investments, and a surprise acting turn. Callers compete with limericks and rapid-fire news quizzes for comic chaos.

This week features special guest Kali Reis, who shares her journey from boxing to acting. The panel dives into quirky news like the latest exercise guidelines and the benefits of bidets. They showcase hilarious celebrity encounter stories, leading to a lively game of guessing the real tale. Kali also tackles a CES trivia challenge that includes bizarre inventions. The show wraps up with rapid-fire news questions and a fun limerick game, ensuring laughs and audience interaction throughout!

Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal, known for his roles in hit series like The Last of Us, opens up about his early struggles in New York and humorous career moments. Chris Perfetti, famed for Abbott Elementary, shares his journey from theater to screen, revealing insights about his character's quirks. The fun continues with quirky quizzes and a lively discussion with Heather Gay on Real Housewives authenticity and her memoir tales. Expect laughs and unexpected trivia that keep the spirit of 2025 alive!

Delroy Lindo shares a heartwarming story about being recognized as a film star while working as a bicycle messenger. He reflects on his first acting paycheck and the meaning of sending money to his mother. The conversation shifts to his commitment to soccer and excitement for the World Cup. Lindo also gets playful with a trivia game about the New Orleans Saints. The panel humorously dives into quirky food pyramid predictions and delivers some light-hearted limericks.