TBTL Episode #4573: “We’re Going To Get It Done!” – Oct 10, 2025

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode of TBTL is a perfect example of the show’s blend of humor, personal anecdotes, and obsessive enthusiasm for Seattle sports—particularly the Mariners—mixed with their trademark relational banter. Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh are joined by several Burbank family members (David, Susie, and a voice message from Maddie), making this a fun, family-heavy Friday. The show focuses on the emotional roller-coaster of being Mariners fans on the brink of playoff advancement, with stories, superstitions, and a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s manager, Dan Wilson, on the eve of a do-or-die game. The episode also features classic TBTL goofiness, listener questions for Susie Burbank, and a digression into regional American accents.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Opening Riffs: Woodchuck Philosophy & Goofy Banter

• [00:00] Andrew kicks off with a humorous and oddly philosophical take on the woodchuck tongue-twister, lamenting how we focus on what woodchucks can't do, drawing parallels to societal expectations:

  “They can do so many other things, but y' all wanna focus on what they can't do. I don't like that. ...That feels like a whole motif for how people go about looking at your skills...”
  (Andrew Walsh, 00:00)

• Quick succession of playful voices, inside jokes, and interjections establishes a loose, silly, and familial vibe among the hosts and guests—even before the episode’s focus settles in.

Mariners Mania: Pre-Game Anxiety, Superstitions & Emotional Realness

• [02:15–09:00] Luke describes the show’s pivot to near-exclusive Mariners coverage, fully acknowledging that their podcast is now “guys who care too much about this.” Both Luke and Andrew talk about how acquaintances are performing “wellness checks” on them due to the intensity of tonight’s high-stakes game.

  “It’s not just like, how excited are we? ... Do you feel like you may harm yourself or others?”
  (Luke Burbank, 05:16)

• [09:01–13:06] Special guest: Luke’s brother David joins to share a scoop—he waited on Mariners manager Dan Wilson the night before the crucial game at Cafe Lago, their long-time family haunt and apparently Dan’s favorite spot.

Behind the Scenes with Dan Wilson at Cafe Lago

• [14:34–24:25] David’s insights from serving Dan Wilson provide a sense of insider intimacy not found elsewhere:

  • Dan ate steak (medium rare), had 3–4 Tallboys of Rainier, and spent the night relaxed with his wife, long after closing.
  • He was “totally chill”—and this, Luke argues, is a sign that fans should take comfort, as “it’s just a game.” (Andrew remains more skeptical—shouldn’t Dan be a little more stressed?)
  • The servers purposely don’t treat Wilson as a star; he’s able to blend in and “take the mask off” at the very end of the night.

  Key quote:

  “As they leave, [Dan Wilson] says, we’re gonna get it done.”
  (David Burbank, 23:18)

• Extended riff on the possible fallout depending on whether Dan’s chill mindset is vindicated or not:

  “If the Mariners win tonight, this will be a great story ... if we lose by a lot, it will mean the dark magic is back.”
  (Luke Burbank, 21:31)

Mariners Superstitions, Watching Rituals, and Emotional Strategies

• [27:39–36:35] How to emotionally survive a game of this magnitude? The hosts and David discuss their watching plans, rituals, and superstitions:

  • David debates whether to watch at all, since the games he watched were losses and the games he missed were wins.
  • Luke shares his elaborate superstitions—posting pictures of his niece and nephews in Mariners gear above the TV to bring “mojo.”
  • Andrew tries to find meaning and hope in the kindness of opposing fans, while also coping with the potential letdown.

  Notable moment:

  “These should be the best days of my life, but ... I didn’t like how much of an impact [the last loss] had on my emotions.”
  (Andrew Walsh, 32:18)

Family Check-In: Susie Burbank Joins the Show

• [40:13–53:24] Luke’s mom Susie—audience favorite—comes on to answer listener questions and weigh in on the Mariners. She discusses her disappointment at missing part of the game due to a family event, and expresses motherly confidence in both the team and her sons.

  • Susie roots for a Phillies-Mariners World Series, but brings her hopes back to Seattle.
  • Listener Q&A ranges from Luke’s early entertainment potential (“He was holding conversations at two years old,” Susie, 46:08) to favorite ex-girlfriends, and the eternal “soup or salad” (she’s Team Soup, 52:06).

Accents and Regionalisms

• [54:41–61:22] Digression into Philadelphia and regional American accents:

  • Susie embraces her Philly accent and sibling rivalry over “uppity” pronunciation.
  • Discussion of Pacific Northwest and LA’s “lack” of accent, and host nostalgia for “flattening” regional varieties.

  Quote:

  “In a world where everything is sort of flattening out ... it’s nice to have these little regionalisms, whatever they are.”
  (Andrew Walsh, 58:22)

Emails & Listener Engagement

• [61:22–65:59]
  • Listener Maddie (now in Edinburgh, Scotland) sends support to Andrew’s anxiety over dog-sitting, validating his feelings as a “cat person.”

    “Andrew has mine and probably Marion’s too, full empathy—both of us know exactly the concern he’s facing.”
    (Maddie Burbank, 63:50)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “They can do so many other things, but y' all wanna focus on what they can't do. ...That feels like a whole motif for how people go about looking at your skills...” (Andrew Walsh, 00:00)
• “If you were tuned in today ... but you didn’t realize that tonight is ... our Seattle Mariners are playing against the Detroit Tigers for their very lives... this is basically broadcasting to Phyllis Fletcher and John Takamoto right now.” (Luke Burbank, 06:06)
• “I feel that the general vibe of our weekend is going to be dictated by how things go this evening. It’s either going to be a spectacular weekend, or a pretty tough weekend.” (Luke Burbank, 07:35)
• “Dan chooses to get two tall boys of Rainier to start off with and continues to drink Rainier. He might have drank like four Rainiers throughout the course of the night.” (David Burbank, 15:53)
• “As they leave, he says, we’re gonna get it done.” (David Burbank, 23:18)
• “This is a level of confidence that again will either be inspiring or deeply hurtful.” (Luke Burbank, 24:25)
• “I don’t want it to impact me in a way that is then going to bleed into my family life... Anything that reduces your enjoyment of this weekend, that’s a theft I cannot tolerate from your life.” (Luke Burbank, 33:22)
• “I think we just got it done.” (Luke Burbank, 36:58)
• “There need to be more soup-based restaurants for my liking.” (Luke Burbank, 52:20)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00–01:06 — Andrew’s woodchuck monologue (Philosophy on labels & expectations)
• 02:15–04:48 — Mariners pre-game anxiety and wellness checks
• 08:49–13:22 — David Burbank joins, talks Dan Wilson’s visit to Cafe Lago
• 15:28–17:48 — What Dan ordered/drank at Lago; the low-key atmosphere
• 23:11–23:18 — Dan Wilson’s parting words: “We’re gonna get it done.”
• 27:39–33:54 — Debate over how to watch the game, superstition, emotional toll
• 40:13–46:34 — Susie Burbank joins; listener questions
• 54:41–58:22 — Regional accent discussion (Philly, Midwest, Pacific NW, LA)
• 61:22–65:59 — Maddie’s Scotland message about dog-sitting anxiety; Susie on dogs

Tone & Style Notes

• The episode is classic TBTL: chatty, self-deprecating, and gently chaotic, with hosts veering from sports obsession to family in-jokes to broader musings on life and language.
• The familial warmth (and gentle teasing) runs deep—whether it’s about Philly accents or ritualistic Mariners-watching.
• Even the digressions (soup restaurants, dog-sitting, regional accents) serve to make the show accessible and relatable, especially for the core “Tens of Listeners.”

Conclusion

TBTL Episode #4573 stands out as a mix of heartfelt Mariners anxiety and lighthearted familial storytelling. The exclusive “Dan Wilson at Cafe Lago” scoop, detailed pre-game rituals, and listener-driven Q&A make the episode highly engaging for both dedicated listeners and Seattle sports fans. Even if you missed the broadcast, you’ll walk away feeling like part of the Burbank family—nervous, hopeful, and united in the communal weirdness of fandom.

“We’re gonna get it done!” — Let that be your Mariners mantra... or at least your Friday mood.