Santa’s got a new Christmas banger and we’re fully obsessed. Mike’s back from his honeymoon with stingray stories, surprise tequila, and a mongoose sighting. Matt’s mad about college football rankings, but at least a TikTok helped an 88-year-old retire with $1.7 million. Chaos, karaoke, and Caribbean vibes await.



00:00 Intro

03:36 88-year-old Michigan grocery cashier overwhelmed by sudden $1.7M gift

14:30 Person of the Week

17:23 Say What?

49:43 Advice and Outro



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295: Santa’s New Jam Is Wild (And We’re Obsessed)

Have you ever laughed so hard you questioned your life choices? Matt might have. Mike swears he didn’t. This week we dive into a chaotic round of “Never Have I Ever” that derails into moral dilemmas, matching honeymoon outfits, and drive-thru small talk that goes completely off the rails.



00:00 Intro

04:25 “Never Have I Ever” gets weirdly personal

18:23 Person of the Week

20:33 Community Take It!

32:15 Advice and Outro



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294: Confessions, Crimes, and Christmas Pajamas

Which Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon are you holding on to? Matt went full Super Saiyan over Goku, flirted with Mario, and still somehow ended up swinging into Spider-Man’s arms. Someone also walked away with a cup of pure Dunkin’ cream with no coffee in sight.Plus, we’re giving thanks in the most chaotic way possible with another round of “Cheers to You,” where quarter zips and postal workers finally get the appreciation they deserve.00:00 Intro04:48 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon bracket showdown24:07 Person of the Week24:54 Cheers To You!38:58 Advice and Outro



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293: Parade or Charade? Ranking Macy’s Wildest Balloons

Target just launched a new employee policy that demands smiling, waving, and “helpful energy” when customers are within a 10-foot radius. So naturally, Mike and Matt break down why this is probably the worst possible timing to become overly friendly. Also in this episode: an all-you-can-eat honeymoon hot dog plan, a bold burrito betrayal, and a very questionable claim from one of baseball’s biggest names.00:00 Intro02:36 Target workers and shoppers slam company’s new forced greeting policy: ‘Nothing says corporate joy like a mandatory smile’17:24 Person of the Week21:51 Buy Or Sell45:19 Outro and Advice



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292: Bagpipes, Burrito Wars, and BYU Drama

What would you give up to make $3,000 a day? Turns out all you need is great hands, a daily manicure, and the ability to hold a dove for Chanel. Also in this episode: Mike's miraculous hubcap reunion, Matt's unsolicited geography lesson, and a whole lot of questionable career planning.



00:00 Intro

02:25 Here’s how much you can earn per day as a professional hand model

14:48 Person of the Week

16:51 Down in the Dumps

26:49 Advice and Outro



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291: $3,000 a Day to Hold a Dove? Sign Us Up

Dictionary.com says the Word of the Year is… 6-7. And no, it’s not a typo, it’s a vibe. From Gen Alpha chaos in math class to ESPN beefing with YouTube TV, plus our ultimate wedding song power rankings, this episode has everything you didn’t know you needed.



00:00 Intro

03:02 Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year — “67”

16:48 Person of the Week

20:38 Funny Business Power Rankings

35:15 Outro and Advice



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290: 6-7, ESPN Drama, and Wedding Song Showdown

Corrupt officials, cyber attacks, and pumpkin pie—this week, we’re delving into America’s deepest fears and rating fruits. From government surveillance to blueberry slander, no topic is off-limits, not even bananas.00:00 Intro06:08 What do Americans fear most? The answers to this foreboding study might surprise you15:35 Person of the Week17:10 Check The Ratings38:40 Advice and Outro



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289: The Government Is Watching… Your Fruit Choices

Dude. Where did that come from?! This week, Matt and Mike dig into the wild history of the word “dude" from 1800s fashion icons to surfer slang and zoot suits. Plus, a Louvre heist straight out of Ocean’s 11 and a surprise moon orbiting Earth that has scientists doing double takes!



00:00 Intro

02:53 Dude, the history behind the word dude is wild

13:21 Person of the Week

15:40 Buy or Sell

41:11 Outro and Advice



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288: Dude, That Louvre Heist Was Perfect

Mike brought beer and a baby. Matt brought a boat. Only one of them survived the island. This week’s challenge: survive wild scenarios using just five items that start with the same letter. It’s a chaotic mix of logic, panic, and very questionable decisions.00:00 Intro02:00 Surviving With Items That Start With The Same Letter20:47 Person of the Week21:54 Down In The Dumps35:53 Outro and Advice



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287: Beer, Bayonets, and a Baby: The Survival Game No One Asked For

A toilet that uses AI to analyze your poop? Yep, and Lance Armstrong is backing it. This week, the guys flush out the weirdest tech story of the year.



00:00 Intro

02:06 New Device Mounts to Your Toilet to Analyze Your Turds Using the Power of AI

14:27 Person of the Week

15:20 Sayyy Whatt?

22:15 Outro and Advice



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286: AI Toilets: The Future of Bathroom Breaks?

Funny Business Entertainment brings professional digital entertainment while having fun. Funny Business has an established weekly podcast as well as social content on popular platforms. Funny Business is run by Mike and Matt, two friends who met at college who decided to start this project during the pandemic of 2020. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/funnybusiness/support

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