The Musers The Podcast
Episode 35: The Return of Gordo's Corner
Date: March 11, 2026
Hosts: Gordon Keith, George Dunham, Craig “Junior” Miller
Theme: Absurdity, wit, and offbeat insight return as Gordon leads the show, with a wide-ranging "Gordo's Corner" full of odd news, listener mail, body image talk, a philosophical grab bag, and the Musers’ classic chemistry.
Episode Overview
This week, Gordon Keith takes the helm, delivering an extended “Gordo's Corner” – a signature, freewheeling segment where the Musers bite into bizarre news stories, debate societal quirks, and air their trademark banter. Much of the episode explores body image (from male plastic surgery and childhood nicknames to camel beauty pageants), philosophical conundrums, and memorable hotel horrors, all stitched together with irreverence and candid personal stories.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Opening Banter & Listener Mail (00:00–07:30)
- Absurd Start: Gordon cracks jokes about step-sibling relationships, referencing previous episodes and quickly veering into a tongue-in-cheek “letter” from a supposed listener.
- Listener Mail ("Letter of the Week"):
- Story from "Karen" about step-siblings who date in secret, ignites group debate about familial boundaries, social taboos, and “squatters’ rights” in relationships.
Notable Quotes:
- Craig Miller (on step-sibling relationships):
“Whoever got there first, they have squatters rights and any relationship after that cannot happen.” (06:42)
2. Gordo’s Grab Bag: Jim Carrey’s New Face & Male Plastic Surgery (09:28–31:10)
- Jim Carrey’s Appearance:
- Discussion on Carrey’s rumored facial enhancements and transition away from Hollywood to painting and existential musings.
- Society & Male Plastic Surgery:
- Debate on the rise of men embracing cosmetic procedures versus lingering stigmas.
- Reflections on personal appearance, aging, and why men and women face different expectations.
Notable Exchanges:
- Craig Miller:
“Plastic surgery… it just becomes an addiction with them. It’s compulsive, like people who can’t get enough tattoos.” (18:40)
- George Dunham:
“If you do it and it looks obvious you had work done, why do it? Kenny Rogers looked like a china doll with a beard.” (16:34)
- Gordon Keith:
“Why do we insist that guys have to be more natural than women?" (26:08)
- Craig:
“Women have been expected by society to look beautiful... Men can just age and it doesn’t matter.” (26:27)
3. Personal Stories: Birthmarks, Nicknames, and Body Acceptance (21:45–29:10)
- George Shares:
- Childhood story of being teased for his neck birthmark (“Spot Neck”) and how self-acceptance evolved.
- Society’s Double Standards:
- Continued reflection on changing attitudes about appearance and self-image across genders.
- Embracing Imperfection:
- Craig and George both discuss aging, going grey, and learning to let go of insecurities.
Memorable Moments:
- George (on childhood teasing):
“I just want to blend in with everybody and not be announced as Spot Neck as I get on the bus.” (24:43)
- Craig:
“Kids say the darndest things, but they also say the cruelest things. They are just merciless.” (24:28)
4. Hotel Horror Stories & Gross-Out News (31:25–40:56)
- Viral TikTok "Hack":
- Discussion of an influencer cleaning underwear in hotel coffee makers—met with disgust and concern for hotel hygiene.
- Grossest Hotel Experiences:
- All three share disturbing stories—stained sheets, filthy bathrooms, and questionable safety—including Gordon’s infamous night in a run-down Mississippi motel.
Notable Quotes:
- Gordon:
“You don’t want to be drinking some old woman’s slug trail… It’s so nasty.” (34:28)
- Craig:
“Every hotel I go in, I’m now going to be thinking that someone just cleaned their panties in this coffee maker…” (34:41)
- George:
“I would have taken my chances on the street.” (38:44)
5. Camel Beauty Pageant Scandal (40:48–48:23)
- News Story:
- Twenty camels disqualified from a high-stakes beauty contest for cosmetic enhancements (fillers, Botox, silicone humps).
- Spiraling Banter:
- Laughter over the absurdity of “desert elegance,” strict camel beauty standards, and even how this parallels Kenny Rogers and Bill Clinton jokes.
Notable Moments:
- Gordon:
“Camel beauty contest are a huge deal... Veterinary inspections revealed the animals had extensive procedures.” (41:20)
- George:
“How can you make a camel look better? They look dumb no matter what!” (42:27)
- Craig (new band name):
"Desert Elegance" (47:57)
6. Philosophical Conundrums (49:12–61:38)
- Deep Questions:
- Would a soldier who killed an innocent but lived righteously afterward go to heaven?
- Would you rather change one event in your past, or see the future but not change it?
- Would you sacrifice years of your life to teleport, or fly at walking speed?
- Philosophical Tension:
- Spirited debate on guilt, religion, unintended consequences (“butterfly effect”), and regrets.
Notable Quotes:
- George (quoting John Prine):
“Jesus don’t like killing, no matter what the killing’s for. And your flag decal won’t get you into heaven anymore.” (51:16)
- Craig:
“My guess is most butterfly effects are very tiny and do not really change the course of anything.” (57:02)
- Gordon:
“People would make fun of you so bad, G—, you think the birthmark got you made fun of? The guy who flies, don’t care, wearing the spandex… and everyone just watches you slowly flying…” (59:42)
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Segment | Timestamp |
|-------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Listener Letter & Step-Sibling Debate | 00:00–07:30|
| Jim Carrey / Male Plastic Surgery | 09:28–31:10|
| Birthmarks, Nicknames & Body Acceptance | 21:45–29:10|
| Hotel Coffee-Maker-Gate & Horror Stories | 31:25–40:56|
| Camel Beauty Scandal & Desert Elegance | 40:48–48:23|
| Philosophical Conundrums (War, Regret, Powers) | 49:12–61:38|
Most Memorable Moments & Quotes
- Craig Miller declares at multiple points (07:24 & 07:21):
“I’m a big champion of [step-sibling relationships].”
- Gordon Keith’s visual on hotel coffee:
“You don’t want to be drinking some old woman’s slug trail.” (34:28)
- George on childhood nickname:
“Kids used to call me Spot Neck... it used to just—yeah, it was really hurtful.” (24:16)
- Absurd camel contest insight:
“Camel beauty pageant are a huge deal… overall desert elegance.” (47:57)
- Final philosophical laugh:
“In the course of this podcast, I’ve taken a year off my life.” – George (61:35)
Tone & Originality
- Tone: Classic Musers—irreverent, candid, sometimes juvenile, but always sincere and quick-witted. Playful ribbing, genuine self-reflection, and the freedom to veer from absurdity to real insight defines the episode.
- Memorable Chemistry: The hosts riff off each other's stories, create surreal jokes (camel cosmetic surgery, infamous hotels, "Spot Neck"), and aren't afraid to poke fun at themselves or each other.
Takeaways
This episode stands out for its mix of the weird (step-sibling etiquette, camel Botox), real (body image, childhood trauma), and thought-provoking (life after guilt, butterfly effect, would-you-rather powers). Gordo's Corner, unleashed for an entire show, keeps the pace brisk, the laughs frequent, and the insight woven together by decades of friendship.
For New Listeners
If you’re new to The Musers, this episode is a perfect microcosm:
- You’ll laugh at the absurd banter,
- Relate to fears about hotels and aging,
- And get drawn into surprisingly earnest questions about regret and forgiveness.
Don’t miss the side-by-side Bill Clinton/Star Trek alien talk (47:02) or the “Spot Neck” origin story (24:16) to experience both the humor and heart of this trio.
