Boys Gone Wild | Episode 331: Horatio's Getting Married

Boys Gone Wild | Episode 330: Don’t Feed Babies To Crocodiles That’s Horrible

Jul 1, 20261h 14mSummary

In this episode of Boys Gone Wild, the hosts dive into a characteristically eclectic mix of topics, beginning with a discussion on the importance of verifying vehicle history. Following a humorous anecdote about a car rental mishap in Crete, they emphasize the necessity of using reliable services to avoid inheriting someone else’s mechanical problems. The conversation shifts toward the peculiar world of modern productivity tools, specifically body doubling apps like Focusmate. The hosts express skepticism and amusement regarding the trend of hiring strangers online to watch one work via video call to stay accountable. This leads to a broader critique of the digital landscape, including a hilarious analysis of viral social media art and the confusing trends surrounding it. The episode also features a segment on the strange, exaggerated outrage of local news figures who become comically offended by trivial public sights, such as litter in parking lots. The hosts round out the show with a brainstorming session for fictional car park companies and a brief, cynical reflection on the notoriously difficult experience of dealing with estate agents during a house hunt.

Boys Gone Wild | Episode 329: Andrew Went Fishing

Jun 24, 20261h 4mSummary

In this episode of Boys Gone Wild, the hosts navigate a lively conversation covering the summer solstice, recent political frustrations, and their penchant for picking up new, often unusual hobbies. The discussion begins with the hosts reflecting on the extreme heat and the social pressure to make the most of the long daylight hours, contrasting their own relatively mundane activities—such as watching melancholic films—with the idea of maximizing productivity during the solstice. The conversation shifts to the political climate, where the hosts jokingly debate the merits of a lifetime appointment for political leaders to ensure long-term infrastructure projects, drawing parallels to the marathon construction of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia. A highlight of the episode is Andrew’s recount of his recent, exhilarating first attempt at fly fishing in Surrey. Despite his lack of experience, he shares the meditative joy of the activity, his humorous struggles with the equipment, and the unexpected challenges of navigating countryside road closures. The episode concludes with reflections on the unique camaraderie found during stag-do travel and the surreal experience of engaging in deep intellectual discussions with unexpected groups of people.