Hey Riddle Riddle - Episode #336: Best of 2024 Part 2

Release Date: December 25, 2024
Hosts: Aaron Keenan, John Patrick Coan (JPC), Erin Keif (Adol)
Platform: Headgum

Introduction

In the festive holiday spirit, the trio of Chicago's finest improvisers—Aaron Keenan, John Patrick Coan (JPC), and Erin Keif (Adol)—bring listeners Part 2 of their end-of-year "Best of 2024" episodes. Packed with laughter, memorable moments, and their trademark witty banter, this episode serves as a delightful recap of the year's most amusing riddles, scenes, and behind-the-scenes antics.

Recap of Favorite Moments

The episode kicks off with the hosts reminiscing about their favorite highlights from 2024. Aaron humorously laments the time he spent crafting the first part, expressing vulnerability:
“Don't tell me. It'll hurt my feelings. I spent so many hours on it.” (02:26)

JPC chimes in with a playful jab about their recording mishaps:
“We're standing outside waiting to carol at someone's house. Why are we also recording an intro to best of two?” (01:53)

Adol contributes with a quirky memory:
“Is this something? Can we use. Am I a host now?” (03:24)

Despite minor mishaps, the hosts celebrate the year's successes, sharing laughs over eccentric moments like monkeys on a jury and absurd riddle scenarios.

Memorable Improvisational Scenes

Throughout the episode, the hosts engage in a series of improvisational sketches that highlight their comedic prowess:

1. Church Chaos:

   • Timestamp: 12:04 – 16:05
   • The trio portrays a chaotic church scenario where JPC plays a priest grappling with new, bizarre commandments, while Adol handles unexpected disruptions. Aaron's commentary adds another layer of humor:
     “Maybe you're just horny and you're kind of looking for a sign.” (13:29)

2. Lobster Bisque Fiasco:

   • Timestamp: 66:15 – 71:24
   • Adol hosts an event centered around soup distribution, leading to misunderstandings and humorous tensions over portions. The exchange captures their quick wit:
     “She has to leave.” (68:51)
     “I did not make more. I did not know you all would be flying through that.” (71:28)

3. Penguin Baseball Madness:

   • Timestamp: 60:44 – 66:15
   • The hosts dive into a fictional Penguin Baseball League featuring Wild Style, the Horny Penguin. Their playful commentary on his antics keeps listeners entertained:
     “He is actively trying to get all their numbers.” (61:32)
     “Wildstyle got that point. It seems like that's fine.” (59:05)

4. Survivor Daydream Fantasies:

   • Timestamp: 24:09 – 27:36
   • The hosts fantasize about their ideal moments on the reality show "Survivor," blending personal anecdotes with absurd twists. JPC muses:
     “I just want to refer to her as Rachel. Everything else would be exactly the same.” (25:23)

Interactive Riddles and Audience Engagement

A standout segment features Aaron presenting a challenging riddle:
“Three men each had a cup of coffee. Each man put an odd number of lumps of sugar in his coffee. 12 in total. 3 men, 12 lumps. How many lumps of sugar did each man take?” (17:59)

Despite their best efforts, the hosts humorously fail to solve it immediately, leading to improvised dialogues that showcase their chemistry and comedic timing:

• JPC's playful frustration:
  “This can't be how the podcast works.” (18:31)
• Aaron's self-deprecating humor:
  “This is hard. Why can't I get this?” (18:37)

The riddle's solution—“The first man took one, the second man also took one, and the third man took ten.”—circulates laughter as Aaron reacts with mock anger over the simplicity of the answer.

Behind-the-Scenes Banter

Interspersed between sketches, the hosts share candid moments and gentle ribbing:

• Adol teases JPC about his obsession with Hostless shows:
  “He works on both shows. You could make ours good, too.” (05:14)
• JPC's mock exasperation with Adol's headphone antics:
  “I want to see a scene.” (05:15)

These interactions add depth to their camaraderie, making listeners feel like part of their close-knit team.

Notable Quotes

• Aaron Keenan (02:35):
  “Everybody, what was your favorite moment from 2024?”

• JPC (03:32):
  “No, this is laterally from here.”

• Adol (04:12):
  “Uncle Mumble's Haunted Mansion.”

• Aaron Keenan (18:56):
  “The first man took one, the second man also took one, and the third man took ten.”

• JPC (22:54):
  “I want to see a scene.”

• Erin Keif (Adol) (35:47):
  “Nice fucking try.”

Conclusion

As the episode wraps up, the hosts reflect on the year's journey with humor and humility. Aaron pledges improvement for the next year, despite his playful admission of not believing it himself:
“next year will be better than 2024. But this is. What? This is better.” (04:33)

They extend heartfelt thanks to their listeners, inviting them to join the Clue Crew on Patreon for exclusive content:
“You do so well. You know, so many memories, such a great, fun year. And I'm glad I got to spend it with my three favorite co-hosts.” (04:33)

Closing Remarks

Episode #336 of Hey Riddle Riddle masterfully blends reflective discussions, improvisational comedy, and interactive riddles, all while showcasing the unique dynamic of its hosts. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, this festive episode offers a humorous and insightful look back at 2024, promising even more laughter and riddles in the years to come.

Note: Patreon promotions and other advertisements present in the transcript have been omitted to focus solely on the episode's content, as per the listener's request.