The Rob and Joe Show

Comedian Patrick Melton visits the studio on his way to entertain the troops with Rob. Joe wonders about the likelihood of a fight among the traveling comics. Joe calls out Robby for two recent emails he sent. Rob's girlfriend does not seem to be taking the invitation to be on the show seriously. Rob makes a costly (but funny) mistake regarding Patrick's middle name and the paperwork for the trip. Rob gets credit for Robby's infamous attacks in the early days of the show. Rob digs himself a hole competing in the DC Improv lounges recurring stand-up tournament. Joe discovers a reality show that could potentially undermine Rob's success. An attempt is made to call Restivo and congratulate him on his team's stunning victory over the Saints. Joe visits jewelry stores with Katie. Aired Live Monday, January 15th at 7:30PM

Joe competes with Scott Apple in a trivia challenge. Rob feels pressure to use the gift Joe gave him for Christmas. Rob and Joe discuss this year's very socially-conscious, but tedious, Golden Globe awards. Joe recalls Robby's hostility toward one of the evening's big winners. Rob visits the historic home of an important, former listener. Getting three comedians to take US military security seriously proves difficult for Rob. Rob and Joe join the debate on a contentious race in the TMOS Fan Club elections. Rob and Joe discuss the possibility of sharing photos of their girlfriends with the paid patrons, and how revealing they might be. Rob can't lie to his new doctor about being a comedian, but he's perfectly comfortable fudging the truth about his alcohol intake. Renting the new studio to other podcasters seems like a viable option, but maybe not when it comes to the 100% clean phony millennial. Rob reads some ridiculous comedy gig listings. Aired Live Monday, January 8th at 7:30PM

Working during the holidays is no fun, especially after your NFL post-game show's team just blew their shot at the playoffs. Robby spends the entire day at Joe's house setting up the new studio, but the work is not quite done. The preparation necessary for the upcoming military base tour is troubling for Rob. Rob has one more Christmas gift to give Joe, but dreads actually having to retrieve it. This year the Christmas murder mystery shows got off to a rough start. Joe is finally out of his father's house, but leaves behind the gift of hi-def for Gramps. Rob is concerned about his ability to smile naturally for photos. Joe gets annoyed when his response is required to what he knows is a prank. Recorded Monday, January1st at 7:30PM

Joe is a little perturbed at Gramps for allowing his Christmas surprise to be spoiled last week. Meanwhile he only continued to listen so he could hear his most recently submitted tale read. Rob and Joe accept a holiday party gig against their better judgment. For this year's Secret Santa, Joe is concerned his gift to Rob might be totally worthless, and Marcus almost received the most expensive gift of all. Marcus defends the newest Star Wars installment, but complains about the inclusion of the Porgs. Everyone is excited to see Marcus take on Man v. Food, while Joe admits losing a recent battle with a McDonald's meal. Rob is concerned about an upcoming potentially awkward family moment. Rob and Joe provide tips for winning team names to those who might be planning to attend a future murder mystery show. Aired Live Monday, December 18th at 7:30PM

Rob and Joe are in the same house, but not the same room. The first item has been purchased for the new studio, and there is already controversy. Everyone decides to share whose name they drew in this year's gift exchange. Rob speculates about the future robot overlords. Joe must quit comedy again, this time because of his minister. Rob wants to include Christmas trivia in an upcoming gig which leads to Joe waxing nostalgic about his childhood and television. Rob had a very different experience growing-up. Joe has another movie recommendation and boasts about interviewing a famous director. SPOILER ALERT: Joe reveals his Christmas gift to Gramps. Aired Live Monday, December 11th at 7:30PM

Joe demonstrates why the new studio is so sorely needed. Rob shares two Gramps stories to open and close the show, and both are winners. Rob and Joe have a 'movie corner' segment and discover that Marcus is the only one excited to see the new Star Wars installment. Rob and Joe tempt fate by calling Chris Restivo again, this time to discuss his clothing line. A pitch to do Secret Santa again the year leads to a revelation that someone didn't get their gift last Christmas and a confession from Joe. Aired Live Monday, December 4th at 7:30PM

Rob desperately reads a slew of his underperforming tweets. A sad, often-mentioned acquaintance jumps at the chance to go to brunch with a virtual stranger. Rob receives a warning about one of his overseas traveling companions. Rob couldn't seem to get Joe off the stage at the Thanksgiving stand-up show. Joe is getting stressed out about a lot of things including his rising weight. Then, hamstrung by Gramps' internet and struggling to maintain his connection, Joe attacks Marcus. The anniversary of Robby's birth is treated more or less like any other day. Die Laughing Productions may be singing at your house. Gramps spontaneously guests on the show at the request of someone in the chat room. Aired Live Monday, November 27th at 7:30PM

Joe questions the way Robby signed an autograph for a fan. Gramps recalls an incident from 40 years ago which begs many questions. An advertising mistake for the most recent mystery show leads to an audience unprepared for what they saw. Joe is stunned when he meets Robby's much-discussed friend Phil. Marcus gets stopped at the border. Rob spoils the end of a football game while Robby is watching it in delay. A listener reports the conversation on last week's show to the former show announcer, and Tim is not happy. Gramps gets quizzed to determine how far he would go to share Thanksgiving with his superfan. Things hit a little too close to home for the host of a new podcast chronicling the sitcom 'Seinfeld'. There is speculation about who might be the next Batman, and Rob and Joe want to give their two cents on each of the rumored actors. Aired Live Monday, November  20th at 7:30PM

Rob and Joe have plans for the Patreon proceeds and there is already a tad bit of conflict over it. Rob asks for Robby's insight on shoplifting in China following the UCLA student arrests. Joe has his own take on Louis CK's troubles. Rob's shots at Tom Cruise and Dan Nainan on Twitter don't bring him the instant fame he was seeking. Tim makes an odd choice revisiting a show for a second time. He also wants comfort and Keno at the bar, and only dudes in Vegas. Eric Woodworth has an uncharacteristically bad idea regarding the murder mystery show. Rob and Joe want to meet Robby's black friend and urge him to extend the invitation to an upcoming show. Some possible cohosts are suggested as fill-ins while Rob is overseas in January. Aired Live Monday, November 13th at 7:30PM

Rob is so tired from the trip that he's drinking coffee at night. This leads to a discussion about Gramps who also loves his coffee in the evening, has a new fan, and doesn't truly enjoy watching football. Because Rob must open the House of Blues show under less than ideal condition, he skewers Marcus in desperation. Rob is the only one who thinks he was "fashionably late" to the fan meet-and-greet. $600/hour is not enough to get Rob to tell jokes at a party. There are already plans in the works for next year's TMOS trip. Rob talks about his first New Orleans experience and Joe recalls a story from his own visit a few years earlier. Rob risks his life to find a lost hat. Joe goes to Fells Point in a Halloween costume and feels totally out of place. Justin judges a costume contest at a strip club and things go horribly wrong. Rob and Joe dare to leave their comfort zone for the final Halloween murder mystery show of the year. Marcus buries the hatchet with the Rueters. Rob loses all his chips and mopes off to bed after drinking and playing poker until 4am. Aired Live Monday, November 6th at 7:30PM

The Die Laughing crew goes to a karaoke bar after the show, including Robby who is easily coerced into staying up way past his bedtime. The ride to and from the shows can be pretty entertaining (and informative) with a car full of comics. Tommy tells a story about a tragically clumsy ninja and reveals his top three musical acts. Mickey is performing as Richard Pryor for a Halloween show and wonders if he'll be allowed to transform himself properly to play the part. Joe wonders why his Lyft driver doesn't have a five-star rating. Joe realizes that Robby's concerns about the sound booth in Virginia Beach were probably valid. The murder mystery receives a negative review. Rob is following a news story about a 4-time murderer. Katie's dad is confused about a feature film now in theaters. Rob is exploring the idea of a Michael Jackson tribute murder mystery, but no jokes of the King of Pop's underage sleepover friends will be permitted. Eric leaves some artwork behind for the folks at the FunnyBone. Rob is relieved to discover that he probably didn't piss off his celebrity friend, but Joe is disappointed. Recorded Monday, October 30th at 6:00PM

The upcoming New Orleans trip has Rob rather confused regarding Joe's lack of involvement and the concept of the "meet and greet". Joe mistakenly thinks that Robby is actually being flexible for a change. The Daily Beast does a new piece about their favorite fake millennial punching-bag. A comedy colleague thinks Rob's career is going better than it truly is. Joe takes extreme measures in an attempt to prove he's not a telemarketing scammer. One of Joe's favorite musical act's tour won't be coming to the DC area, so he goes to see the next best thing. Rob makes a big assumption about an invite from one of his celebrity friends. Joe's son celebrates his 20th birthday at a Die Laughing show. Joe wants to live an HD lifestyle in an RGB home. Aired Live Monday, October 23rd at 7:30PM

Rob laments over the business of comedy following a disappointing turn of events. Joe's new homebuyer experience is par for the course. Robby wants the week off as soon as the show's schedule is disrupted. In order to recover from the Orlando debacle, Rob turns to Poker and Frightland. Joe also visits this Halloween attraction, but is frightened before he even gets inside. Marcus want some time away from the fans to hang with Rob when they travel to New Orleans for the TMOS Live event. The 98 Rock morning show is also touring with their own live show, and they've pilfered a Die Laughing cast member. Rob has an issue with Meryl Streep. Recorded Tuesday, October 17th at 6:00PM

Joe goes to see the Blade Runner sequel and arrives way too early. Die Laughing Productions goes balls out. Rob pats himself on the back after raising money for charity. Robby thwarts his own dog's shot at winning the pet competition. Gramps drops a certain name in his efforts to gain an advantage once again. When he finds inaccuracies in his trivia calendar, Robby feels compelled to contact someone about it. A soap commercial is deemed 'racially insensitive' and Rob can't help but point at the ridiculousness. Marcus is making a big name for himself in food-related TV programming. Aired Live Monday, October 9th at 7:30PM

Joe talks about rock music becoming extinct in the light of the Tom Petty news. He then decides to solicit a eulogy from his biggest fan, Scott Apple. Robby reviews last week show, and Rob didn't see it coming.  Aired Live Monday, October 2nd at 7:30PM