Episode 225 - December 28th, 2015

When Robby forgets to hit record on the first half-hour of the show, adjustments to the usual format must be made on the fly. Joe’s Christmas was filled with disappointment and awkwardness compared to Rob’s which was relatively uneventful. The overwhelming popularity of the of the most recent murder mystery created some additional family-related headaches for Joe. Robby announces that he will again participate in The Bachelor fantasy league from which he had previously been ejected for suspicion of cheating, and Rob and Joe decide to do their own mini-league for this season. The passing of Motörhead front man Lemmy Kilmister apparently completes and strange death trifecta. Chris Restivo is now bombarding Rob with recorded messages, hoping to have them played on the show. Rob and Joe consider candidates for the next “Listener of the Year”. When two women walk out on the murder mystery, its creators wear it as a badge of honor.

Episode 224 - December 21st, 2015

The best way to start your holidays, according to Rob and Joe, is by listening to episode #224 while your drive past all the Christmas lights in your neighborhood. The show gets rolling with props for Marcus’s Star Wars prediction and the show’s rankings for the week of the on-air fight. Restivo performs Joe’s rant from that show and everyone agrees that he actually did a great job. Not coincidentally, Joe give his interpretation of Chris’s vicious voicemail message (from the same episode) on stage, but with a twist. Rob is now even more eager to move after a neighbor knocked on their door to make an odd request. Rob launches into an interrogation, and Joe proclaims his innocence after he is practically named as the prime suspect in a felony investigation. Tommy Sinbazo shares his feelings on Star Wars: The Force Awakens (no spoilers). Joe miscalculates the amount of time he should spend in a tanning bed and his bad decision-making doesn’t end there. Steve Harvey blows it at the Miss Universe pageant, and Joe thinks this will be a boost to the comedian’s career.

Episode 223 - December 14th, 2015

Rob and Joe follow-up on the fight between the Robinson brothers last week. Ultimately it seems that everyone would really prefer to limit Restivo’s participation in the show. The Merry Murder Mystery debut is a success…with a mess. After four and a half years, suddenly there is debate over show’s closing music. Rob is incredulous when his Cards Against Humanity answers are instantly dismissed at a recent get-together. Howard Stern is in the news and Rob and Joe have thoughts on his satellite radio contract, his career and his comments on podcasting. With Rob’s girlfriend being a brand new homeowner, he is concerned that he’s not a handy-around-the-house type of guy. Joe confesses that his ability to do some chores is hindered by childhood trauma. There are warning signs that Rob’s next gig for the troops overseas might be a lot more dangerous this time. Some predictions are made about the reaction to Star Wars: Episode VII.

Episode 222 - December 7th, 2015

Robby is asked to explain a comment that happened during this year’s Robinson Thanksgiving tradition. Rob gets aggravated by some fans of the visiting team at a Lakers/Wizards game. Rob gets a series of vicious messages from a retired ‘comedian’ that are all tirades about Joe. Rob receives some SPAM email that hits a little too close to home. Real emotions flare when Robby is coaxed into talking about feeling slighted last week.

Episode 221 - December 1st, 2015

Rob and Joe are without Robby and the chat again. They talk about both, and why their absentee producer is so mad. There is more news on the Mystery Science Theater  reboot. The show’s star even appeared on TMOS this past week, and Rob and Joe disagree with his comments regarding comedy in the DC area. Rob and Joe also discuss their own upcoming MST-style show. Joe confesses to not watching TV shows that nearly every other American has seen. Even after Rob emphatically disparages his own abilities when it comes to a very simple choreographed dance number for the upcoming murder mystery, Joe is still astonished by his total lack of ability.

Episode 220 - November 23rd, 2015

The show proceeds without Marcus’s oversight and Joe’s microphone is suddenly malfunctioning. Joe is competing for ‘likes’ with his wolf fleece Facebook post. Rob encounters a new performer who wears a t-shirt and shorts on stage and throws-up before each show. Rob expresses his frustration with the amount of music during their post-game show. Marcus told Rob that he would attend his casino show in Connecticut, but no one else seems eager to make that trip. Rob and his girlfriend are once again declining to attend the Robinson Thanksgiving gathering even though it is superior to almost any other plans they could possibly have. Rob announces that his girlfriend is purchasing house in her name only. An announcement about two dead comedians performing as holograms lead Rob and Joe to question who would actually want this. On the heals of more Scott Apple adventures, Rob and Joe wonder if horse riding pants are unisex, and reveal how much drinking causes him to be an hour late for work. Rob believes that there is a comedy devolution happening after watching a classic video on Youtube. Joe wonders if a project that relies on crowd-funding is a legitimate career opportunity.

Episode 219 - November 16th, 2015

Robby’s plate is full after being away for 2 weeks and Rob and Joe are tiptoeing around him fearing his wrath. This makes for an awkward and uncomfortable opening to the show. Rob has an encounter with an audience member who has a disturbing tattoo placement. Rob and Joe cover the breaking news on Charlie Sheen and the big upset of Rousey in the UFC. Joe's losing streak with the Ravens continues along with the post-game show troubles. Rob commits to the bit. Robby is debriefed with regard to his travels. Joe shares Scott Apple’s most recent ridiculousness.

Episode 218 - November 9th, 2015

Rob and Joe soldier on with Robby still in a far away land, making their best guesses about his time overseas based solely on his social media posts. The change in dynamic without his presence on the show is also discussed. Observations are shared on prostitutes and Quentin Tarantino. Rob and Joe swap personal stories about a well-known comedian, and about performing in front of their parents. A surprise call during the show from Robby answers some of the earlier questions. Joe discusses the woes of Mickey Cucchiella and urges fans to attend their upcoming show together. 

Episode 217 - November 2nd, 2015

Rob and Joe speculate about Robby’s trip and how he is coping without the comforts of home. Restivo impressions seem to be in vogue among the local comics at the moment. Rob is stunned by the guest performer added to his week at the DC Improv. Rob is unsure as to why his t-shirts are actually selling. Would you let your daughter date Joe Robinson? Joe shares what's going on with the Baltimore post-game show as the engineering drama continues. Exciting things are happening with the murder mystery shows.

Episode 216 - October 26th, 2015

Tommy Sinbazo sits in for Joe Robinson who is fulfilling his NFL duties on 98 Rock. Rob wants to know Tommy’s secret regarding his extended fiancé status. Rob offers and update on the show’s estranged announcer. Rob and Tommy speak geek. Marcus interjects with his own geek credentials and how this got him so much tail in his late 20’s. We call Joe Robinson to get his side of the Robinson vs. Restivo story, and Rob has to chose which one he will support. ‘Restivo’ gives his side. Robby is about to leave the country with his girlfriend to meet her parents and Rob has a lot of questions.

Episode 215 - October 19th, 2015

The alleged curse that Joe has brought to the Baltimore Ravens is propagating due largely to one listener. Joe doesn’t believe in the curse, but is frustrated by the forces sabotaging his post-game show. The Rob and Joe Show is largely under-represented and often dismissed by the guest co-hosts chosen for OmearaCast. Robby is giddy about Back to the Future Day. Rob makes a joke on stage about a TV character dying that is not well-received. An article contributed by a listener about the benefits of dating a funny man is not exactly what Rob and Joe thought based on its headline. A new study examining the most popular/valuable celebrity autographs leads Rob and Joe to wonder what infamy might raise or lower one’s worth. Joe receives a mysterious email from a so-called 'fan'.

Episode 214 - October 12th, 2015

In an attempt to improve an already great vacation, Joe has another adventure with a male enhancement drug. As the only white man at a recent appearance, Rob attempts to “do the right thing” representing his race. Joe broadens his culinary horizons by trying squirrel food. Joe berates a teenage girl by mistake. After a long retreat from the spotlight, the 100% clean paid tourist pops up in a surprising and ironic place. Gramps is up to his old tricks hitting on random women. Old friends that Robby thought were lost in a breakup, and previously discussed many times on the show, suddenly reach out. After an all-around bad football week, Joe calls Rob out for prioritizing his fantasy football over the post-game show. When Scott Apple returns from his honeymoon, Joe puts restrictions on how Scott may relay his two week’s worth of stories at the office

Episode 213 - September 28th, 2015

Rob observes a couple presumably on a first date. As he prepares for his tropical vacation with his girlfriend, Joe is uncertain if Punta Cana means something obscene. Robby and his girlfriend make plans for a less glamorous trip. This leads to Rob rattling-off a string of hypothetical situations about tattoos. (Former?) show announcer Tim is communicating with Rob and Joe again and is back to his old tricks. Rob is torn about the man whose comedy seems to be his real handicap. Rob loves following bad comedians and he relays a recent incident. A gig in Salisbury provides some amusing anecdotes including one about a man who frightened Joe while seemingly offering some business opportunity. Rob and Joe offer their opinion about a comic who fabricated a personal 9/11 story. Rob hears about a wealthy, famous comedian who plays low-stakes black jack in a private Vegas high-roller room.

Episode 212 - September 21st, 2015

Rob and Joe say goodbye to another “friend” of the show. Fresh off their latest appearance on The Mike O’Meara Show, Joe takes issue with Oscar’s apparent blow-off. Joe is dreading his next meeting with the program director at 98 Rock and their weekly review of the Ravens post-game show. Rob objects to some praise for Robby from two perpetually vocal listeners. When Wendi Townsend gets attacked on social media, Rob and Joe are among the many comics to come to the rescue. Robby is disgusted this year’s Emmys. The dilemma of the hot nanny is re-examined following a recent celebrity’s proclamation via Twitter. Among this week’s hypotheticals: Would you rather find your partner in bed with 100 other people or with Chris Restivo? When Robby’s girlfriend gets flashed in Ocean City, a surprising number of similar stories emerge.

Episode 211 - September 14th, 2015

Hear the post-game analysis of Rob and Joe on 98 Rock's Baltimore Ravens' post game show. Rob and Joe dread the hack jokes that will result from the naming of a new Celebrity Apprentice star. Rob and his girlfriend have a conflict with their neighbors. Hear the aftermath of last week's show and a friendship on the rocks. Rob runs into a fan who was mentioned on the show, but she doesn’t seem thrilled about it. Rob reveals intimate details about Joe and his girlfriend's early days together. Rob has some observations about fat people and shopping carts. Marcus shares a quick story about his time at a Russian spa, and Joe coins a useful phrase for when two or more naked men are assembled. Joe has a new car. He isn't overly excited, but the chat room gives him hell for it.

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