My Brother, My Brother and Me – Episode MBMBaM 750: A Thrupence and Nine

Release Date: February 17, 2025

1. Introduction and Opening Remarks

The episode kicks off with Justin McElroy humorously disclaiming that the brothers are not actual experts, setting a comedic tone for the show.

• Justin McElroy [00:00]: "The McElroy brothers are not experts and their advice should never be followed."
• Travis McElroy [00:20]: "It's the start of something beautiful."

2. Super Bowl and Halftime Show Discussion

The trio delves into the Super Bowl, discussing missed opportunities and dissecting the halftime show.

• Travis McElroy [01:27]: "I forgot to watch the Super Bowl and I..."
• Justin McElroy [01:10]: "I would like to take a moment if I could, Travis, because you did miss it. I would like to take a moment to compliment Mr. Lamar on his halftime show."

The conversation touches upon sports gambling frustrations, particularly Griffin's struggles with betting due to his lack of sports interest.

• Griffin McElroy [01:46]: "I don't follow sports. And so really, the legalization of sports gambling is especially unfair to me."

3. Analysis of Mr. Lamar’s Halftime Performance

Justin attempts to provide a thoughtful critique of Mr. Lamar's halftime performance, blending sarcasm with genuine commentary.

• Justin McElroy [03:31]: "At the Super Bowl, which is like the biggest show."
• Griffin McElroy [06:22]: "I will say this about Mr. Lamar's halftime show, and people are gonna get mad at me."

The brothers mockingly speculate on how Mr. Lamar might address Drake during the show, injecting their signature humor.

• Griffin McElroy [06:18]: "We’ve been good and haven't said anything."
• Justin McElroy [04:34]: "No, because I learned about it from. You're wasting air."

4. Advice Segment: Supporting a Child in a Spelling Bee

Justin seeks advice for supporting his son during a spelling bee, leading to a humorous yet insightful discussion on parental behavior at competitions.

• Justin McElroy [15:29]: "My son won his school spelling bee as a fourth grader this year, and I couldn't be more proud."
• Griffin McElroy [15:35]: "Play it cool for the first 20 minutes."

The brothers offer strategies such as remaining calm initially and celebrating appropriately during critical moments.

• Travis McElroy [17:31]: "I would be so excited for them first. But the two best outcomes, of course, best outcome, they win. Second best outcome, they go out real early."

5. Dunkin’ and Coffee Culture Commentary

The conversation shifts to Justin’s challenges with promoting Dunkin’ gift cards for his piano lessons, blending marketing woes with playful banter.

• Justin McElroy [22:38]: "But your position on Donut. Their donuts is that."
• Travis McElroy [23:33]: "Do they have a jingle that you could incorporate into piano lessons?"

The brothers brainstorm creative (and humorous) ways to encourage customers to purchase Dunkin’ gift cards without awkwardness.

• Justin McElroy [09:43]: "Maybe you could just start rounding to nufzed like your total is 13 nufzed."

6. Little Caesars Super Bowl Ad Discussion

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to analyzing Little Caesars' Super Bowl commercial featuring Eugene Levy and his daughter Sarah Levy. The brothers dissect the ad's humor, characterization, and marketing strategy.

• Justin McElroy [55:55]: "I want to celebrate Little Caesars for returning to a grand tradition that honestly has been sadly missing a little bit."
• Griffin McElroy [51:56]: "I can't wait to watch this fucking thing, man."

They parody the ad's elements, exaggerating Eugene Levy's iconic features and the over-the-top portrayal of his reactions to Crazy Puffs.

• Travis McElroy [58:16]: "It's pretty scary. I don't want my eyebrows to fly."
• Justin McElroy [56:13]: "There are bacon ones. Pizza."

The brothers humorously speculate on future ad scenarios, blending real elements with absurdist humor.

• Justin McElroy [56:17]: "There are bacon ones. Pizza. Pizza."
• Travis McElroy [58:27]: "Dan Levy shows up to be like, oh, no, dad, not like this."

7. Grinding Dance Discussion

In this segment, the brothers tackle the topic of grinding—a form of dance—offering both comedic takes and pseudo-advice on mastering the move.

• Griffin McElroy [35:26]: "Once you know how to grind, you can show off your sexy moves at any party or club."
• Travis McElroy [35:43]: "Indeed."

They humorously critique the appropriateness of grinding in various social settings and mockingly provide step-by-step guidance.

• Justin McElroy [41:14]: "Do you think the spelling bee officials say that."
• Griffin McElroy [41:27]: "Or side to side."

The discussion culminates in exaggerated advice on synchronizing movements and avoiding awkwardness.

• Justin McElroy [43:12]: "You're like a boy with his hand caught in the cookie jar."
• Griffin McElroy [44:03]: "Lovely."

8. Upcoming Events and Community Engagement

Towards the episode's conclusion, the brothers promote upcoming live events such as the Adventure Zone in Florida and Champions Grove, encouraging listeners to participate and engage with their content.

• Travis McElroy [60:07]: "And we'll do that as well."
• Griffin McElroy [60:34]: "We got merch."

They also highlight their merchandise offerings, linking to their online store and mentioning charitable donations associated with purchases.

• Griffin McElroy [60:34]: "Over@mcilroymerch.com. I want to highlight a wonderful Poetry Corner bumper magnet for your car..."
• Justin McElroy [61:09]: "If you are looking for ways to get involved, looking for ways to donate..."

9. Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The episode wraps up with the brothers sharing light-hearted final thoughts, reinforcing their camaraderie and playful rapport.

• Justin McElroy [59:58]: "My life is better with you."
• Travis McElroy [60:34]: "That's RocketMoney.com MyBrother."

Throughout the episode, the McElroy brothers maintain their trademark blend of humor, satire, and genuine advice, ensuring an engaging and entertaining experience for both long-time listeners and newcomers.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• Justin McElroy [00:00]: "The McElroy brothers are not experts and their advice should never be followed."

• Travis McElroy [01:27]: "I forgot to watch the Super Bowl and I..."

• Griffin McElroy [15:35]: "Play it cool for the first 20 minutes."

• Justin McElroy [03:31]: "At the Super Bowl, which is like the biggest show."

• Griffin McElroy [51:56]: "I can't wait to watch this fucking thing, man."

• Travis McElroy [58:16]: "It's pretty scary. I don't want my eyebrows to fly."

• Griffin McElroy [35:26]: "Once you know how to grind, you can show off your sexy moves at any party or club."

• Justin McElroy [00:00]: "We're obviously doing such a great job of it so far."

These quotes encapsulate the show's humor and the brothers' unique dynamic, providing listeners with memorable moments and insights into their perspectives.

Final Thoughts

Episode MBMBaM 750: A Thrupence and Nine delivers quintessential My Brother, My Brother and Me content—blending absurd humor with relatable advice. From dissecting Super Bowl ads to navigating the complexities of supporting a child in competitions, the McElroy brothers offer a mix of laughter and genuine guidance. Their playful banter and sharp wit ensure an engaging listen that stays true to the show's beloved style.