Midwest Boyfriend Refuses To F****** Clean #156 - Bellied Up

Transcript

Charlie Barrons (0:00)

Hey, folks, welcome to the Bellied up podcast. I'm here. My name is Charlie Barrons and this is my buddy Miles. You bet you guy. We're here over at Frank's Lounge dressed in our best pretty kitty. I'm just enjoying life today, Miles. I'm taking the moment. It's good to be here with you.

Miles (0:19)

I'm glad that you are enjoying the moment because you were not enjoying the moment this morning.

Charlie Barrons (0:24)

I wasn't.

Becky (0:26)

Miles (0:26)

It was. Charlie and I were going to shoot a video at 8:30am I got a phone call, 8:38, from Charlie at age 40. And he just calls me and he goes, what did he say, Jake, hang up? Yeah. He goes, he sounded very frantic. And he's like, I got a little hang up at the parking garage.

Charlie Barrons (0:57)

Most frustrating thing, I'm done.

Miles (0:58)

And he was breathing heavy when I. So I thought he got into an accident. Like, I thought that you, like hit an old lady walking to her car or something. I was like, oh, God, what happened? And he's like, this whole not having a wallet thing really sucks.

Charlie Barrons (1:18)

Yeah.

Miles (1:19)

So as you can imagine, Charlie, as we talked about on a previous podcast, forgot his wallet in Milwaukee. And what happened?

Charlie Barrons (1:27)

Wallet in Milwaukee.

Miles (1:30)

That's actually a really good name for a countryside.

Charlie Barrons (1:32)

Not bad.

Miles (1:33)

So tell. Tell everyone what happened.

Charlie Barrons (1:35)

All right, so listen, I planned ahead, believe it or not, because initially I wasn't going to park in the parking structure because the parking on the street is free. But the woman at the Radisson, she said, you know, they're pretty tickety around here. They give tickets and they tow. And I said, well, it's $7 to park here. I think I'm gonna roll the dice. She said, I wouldn't. So she sold me on it. She did. I moved my car to the parking structure and I bought it. $7 a night to park there. Little spendy. But I splurged, thinking, you know, I don't want to be late because my car is getting towed. That's happened before. Most recently in Austin, Texas, because I wanted barbecue right before my flight. Missed the flight, car got towed. But in my defense, the signs that said no parking anytime were burnt by the sun, and you couldn't see them unless you were up close reading them like a foot away. I think it was a ploy on behalf of the tow truck drivers to get more money. And I wrote a really long letter to the city of Boston to discuss this issue. Regardless, here I am trying to not redo my own mistakes, trying to learn from my mistakes and I says, all right, I'll park in your structure. Well, as I get out to the structure, I bring with me the coupon that she said would get me out. So I'm sitting there trying to plug the coupon in. It says, I owe $8, by the way. You only saved a dollar prepaying for it. So truthfully, I should have only got one night, rolled the dice on the second. Regardless, I'm calling. You know the little thing that you call. I say, hello, I was given a validation. I was validated by the hotel and I can't get out. And they said, okay, well, sir, we do not work with the hotel. And I says, not my problem, you know, well, you better start, right? So then I was like, oh, geez. Well, I can't go anywhere. You got a car? There's a car behind me now. There's nowhere for me to go. And so then I get put on hold and bad hold music. And so then it gets disconnected. I go, gee, squeeze cars honking at me. I'm like, oh. So I get out of the car. Now, I parked too close to the little thingy mabob because I got up nice and close to put my ticket, but not enough distance to open up my car. So I put it in the park and I try to put my reverse lights on now because they know I want to back out. Well, this car behind me is not having it. And they're honking louder now as I'm trying to open up the door. Door against the thing. So I'm like, fine. I go over the front council. This is a sedan, by the way, not a very good one. It's a wicked shade of blue, so you can spot me anywhere. I go to open up the car. Well, now it's locked. And I unlock it from across the way. And it's not doing it because of child safety things or something. So now I gotta get back into the driver's seat, unlock it. And then I realize I could have just pulled the thing up another story altogether. So I'm out. I go explain to the car behind me what's going on. I says, I've been screwed here. I'm as mad as you, in fact, probably matter. They said, why don't you just use your credit card? I says, I'm not just trying to save a dollar here. I don't have a credit card. And I tried to use my phone and it wouldn't do the phone thing. What a useless piece of shit that is. So then I says, can I borrow your credit card? And they looked at me funny. I said, maybe if you just back up. Well, backing up is a whole situation. It's not just a quick backup turnaround. No. You got to back up at least a quarter of a block for through a turn. And if someone's coming around the corner, it can be a dangerous situation. Well, at this point, we finally get it all backed up and I'm back in the parking spot. At which point I call Miles, I tell them the predicament. Go upstairs, get a new parking pass, new validation. I leave, and here we are.

Summary

Bellied Up Podcast: Episode Summary – "Midwest Boyfriend Refuses To F**** Clean #156"**

Release Date: June 19, 2025

Welcome to a comprehensive summary of episode #156 of the Bellied Up podcast, titled "Midwest Boyfriend Refuses To F**** Clean."** Hosted by Charlie Barrons and Miles (You Betcha Guy), this episode offers a delightful blend of personal anecdotes, listener interactions, and hearty Midwestern humor. Here's a detailed rundown of the key points, discussions, insights, and conclusions drawn throughout the episode.

1. Hosts' Morning Mishap

The episode kicks off with Charlie and Miles sharing a humorous recount of Charlie's chaotic morning:

Charlie Barrons [00:00]: Welcomes listeners and sets the scene at Frank's Lounge.
Miles [00:19]: Teases Charlie about not enjoying his morning.
Charlie [00:26]: Admits he wasn't having a good morning.

Charlie elaborates on forgetting his wallet in Milwaukee, leading to a frustrating parking ordeal:

Charlie [00:57]: Expresses his frustration, saying, "Most frustrating thing, I'm done."
Miles [01:32]: Suggests "Wallet in Milwaukee" as a catchy name for a countryside.

Key Moment: Charlie describes his backstory involving parking choices and the ensuing complications:

Charlie [01:35]: Explains his decision to use a parking structure to avoid towing, only to face issues with validation and adjacent cars blocking his exit.

Notable Quote:

Charlie [06:41]: "Let that be a lesson, okay? Start people thinking you killed a woman, and then they'll forgive you being late."

Timestamp: 00:00 – 06:41

2. Listener Caller: Becky’s Cleaning Conundrum

The first caller, Becky, reaches out to discuss her frustrations with her boyfriend's reluctance to clean:

Becky [07:00]: Introduces herself and explains her boyfriend's habit of leaving chores incomplete.

Discussion Highlights:

Charlie [07:35]: Uses a glue bottle analogy to emphasize the necessity of immediate action in household tasks.

Becky shares a personal story about her surgery affecting her ability to manage chores:

Becky [08:30]: Details her injury from unloading heavy bales of greens, leading to tendon surgery.

Humorous Exchange:

Miles [13:04]: Jokes about using a zero-turn mower, referencing his own issues with it.
Charlie [14:04]: Demonstrates a mock Dad approach to motivate Becky’s boyfriend.

Notable Quotes:

Becky [12:13]: "Sometimes I'll make fun of him, which... that's kind of how our relationship is."
Charlie [16:05]: "You dangle because you hold the stick."

Key Takeaway: Becky receives practical (and comedic) advice on handling her boyfriend's procrastination, blending humor with relatable relationship dynamics.

Timestamp: 06:44 – 31:02

3. Listener Caller: Anton’s Hunting and Beer Budget Blues

Anton calls in to discuss his challenges with maintaining a hunting partnership while managing his beer expenses:

Anton [34:35]: Introduces his dilemma of funding hunting trips with a retired redneck friend.

Discussion Highlights:

Charlie [36:19]: Comments on the high cost of beer in Canada, linking tariffs to increased prices.
Anton [35:24]: Shares stories about Frank ("Le Buck"), his hunting buddy with a colorful past.

Humorous Exchanges:

Charlie [38:27]: Suggests Anton bring marijuana to offset beer costs.
Miles [45:35]: Jokes about Frank's bank-robbing history and his unconventional hunting methods.

Notable Quotes:

Anton [36:34]: "He was robbing banks in the '80s."
Miles [37:22]: "You just can't keep up with a redneck on drinking a case of beer."

Key Takeaway: Anton’s conversation with Charlie and Miles delves into the humorous side of balancing hobbies and expenses, all while highlighting the eccentricity of his hunting companion.

Timestamp: 31:02 – 53:01

4. Listener Caller: Joe’s Underwear Dilemma

The final caller, Joe, poses a quirky question about maintaining old underwear:

Joe [54:35]: Asks whether he should keep wearing his decade-old underwear with holes or throw them away.

Discussion Highlights:

Charlie [55:12]: Advises against throwing them away, comparing worn underwear to "a nice pair of leather boots" that have "broke in."
Miles [55:48]: Engages in playful banter about rifling through girlfriends’ underwear drawers.

Notable Quotes:

Charlie [55:27]: "Underwear is a thing of, like, no one's gonna see it."
Miles [56:02]: "Why don't you rifle through your girlfriend's underwear drawer next time you see her and report back?"

Key Takeaway: Joe's call brings a lighthearted and humorous discussion about the sentimental value of long-worn underwear, merging practical advice with comedic interaction.

Timestamp: 53:01 – 57:32

5. Closing Banter and Final Thoughts

As the episode wraps up, Charlie and Miles share final jokes and anecdotes:

Charlie [57:26]: Mentions the podcast's mascot, a pink piñata, and encourages listeners to visit Frank's Lounge.
Miles [57:32]: Reminds listeners to "tip your bartender" as they sign off.

Final Notable Quote:

Charlie [57:15]: "Great merchandise. Great. And maybe you'll see the mascot like we did."

Timestamp: 57:32 – End

Conclusion

Episode #156 of Bellied Up masterfully blends personal stories with engaging listener interactions, all anchored by the hosts' sharp wit and genuine camaraderie. From Charlie's parking fiasco to Becky's relationship woes, Anton's hunting adventures, and Joe's underwear quandary, the episode offers a rich tapestry of Midwestern humor and relatable scenarios. Notable quotes punctuate each segment, providing memorable takeaways and entertaining insights for both regular listeners and newcomers alike.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

Charlie [06:41]: "Let that be a lesson, okay? Start people thinking you killed a woman, and then they'll forgive you being late."
Becky [12:13]: "Sometimes I'll make fun of him, which... that's kind of how our relationship is."
Anton [36:34]: "He was robbing banks in the '80s."
Miles [56:02]: "Why don't you rifle through your girlfriend's underwear drawer next time you see her and report back?"

For more laughs and lively conversations, tune into Bellied Up every Thursday with Charlie Barrons and Miles at Frank's Lounge. Don’t forget to follow them on Instagram for updates and call-in times to join the fun!