Past Shows
TFG Unbuttoned: Target Fades, Costco Rises, and Drag Wins in Texas
04.15.25 | Costco is the new Target—and not just for bulk snacks. As Target’s once-progressive halo dims under political pressure and plunging foot traffic, shoppers on both sides of the aisle are walking away. Meanwhile, a Texas judge defends free speech and drag, giving the green light for students to bring Draggieland back to Texas A&M. And finally, David Wallace makes the case for why gay bars still matter, even if straight people treat them like novelty nightclubs. Identity, retail, and resistance—it’s all on tap.
From Bodega Cats to Barbie Dreams
04.09.25 | This week we unplug to reconnect: Gen Z is ghosting smartphones in favor of MP3 players, flip phones, and digital cameras—because what’s old is suddenly minimalist chic. Then, we meet the real gatekeepers of New York convenience stores: Bodega Cats. Plus, a woman in Pennsylvania accidentally gives away her $2.5 million lottery ticket—stuffed in a jacket donated to charity. And finally, we celebrate the man behind Barbie, Hot Wheels, and an empire of plastic dreams—Elliott Handler, founder of Mattel, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: From Harassment to Hooters: America, Are You happy?
04.08.25 | This week, justice is served with a $10 million payout to a lesbian police officer who faced relentless harassment in her own department. Then we ask: why is America so sad? Turns out, more of us are dining alone—and not just skipping dessert. Meanwhile, Hooters goes bust (bankrupt, not topless), but promises a comeback with more “family-friendly” vibes. Wings, loneliness, and justice—what more do you want?
Retirement Brain Drain, Squirrel Space Travel, and a Toilet Paper Shock
04.02.25 | What happens to your brain when you retire? In Shop Talk, we explore how staying sharp means having a plan and a purpose. Then, Caught My Eye reveals a shocking stat—75% of the world skips toilet paper (seriously!). Plus, scientists are studying hibernating squirrels to crack the code on deep-space travel. And our Business Birthday honors Erastus Bigelow, the father of modern carpets.
TFG Unbuttoned: Sundance Ditches Park City, Bud Bails on Pride, and 23andMe Sells Out
04.01.25 | The iconic Sundance Film Festival is packing up after 40 years in Park City, Utah, heading to Boulder, Colorado—but is it really about politics? Meanwhile, Anheuser-Busch drops St. Louis PrideFest after three decades of support, saying they “don’t see the value” (yikes). And if you’ve ever handed your DNA over to 23andMe, now might be the time to hit delete—the company is up for sale. Tune in for all the details!
Swallowed $1M in Diamonds? Only in Florida!
03.26.25 | Shop Talk looks at a simple word swap to make you sound more confident and assured. We agree. Caught My Eye yearns for the good ole days of the Luxor in Las Vegas. A recent review was not so kind to this once regal property along the Vegas Strip. Also, close to a million dollars’ worth of Tiffany diamonds are “retrieved” from a robbery suspect who swallowed them…in Florida. Duncan Hines, namesake of various food-related businesses, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: Naps Lead to Good Things
03.25.25 | This June World Pride invites LGBTQ people from around the world to Washington, D.C. Organizers are playing each day by ear as the Trump Administration cracks down on DEI initiatives and those federal agencies or companies that don’t adhere to his orders will lose funding or contracts. Stay tuned. Then, a new LGBTQ bar in DC called Spark Social House is booze free and says they fill a niche of the 38% of Americans that do not drink alcohol. Finally, a new study finds that incorporating a nap into your day will make you healthier and more productive.
How Long Will $1 Million Last for Retirement in Each State
03.19.25 | Shop Talk looks at how far a million dollars will go in retirement by state. Money will go fast in Hawaii but last a lifetime in West Virginia. Caught My Eye looks at the FDA’s crack down on VCR cleaner—or poppers—in the last month since RFK Jr. has joined the administration. Kennedy wrongly blamed the popular inhalant with causing the AIDS crisis in the 80’s. Also, quitting plastic bottled water can help your health as microplastics are often consumed by users via bottles that have gotten warm or bent. John Raskob, who built the Empire State Building with GM stock, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: North Dakota Defeats Same Sex Marriage Bill
03.18.25 | Deep red North Dakota defeated an attempt to overturn same sex marriage in the state legislature. Don’t let anyone tell you that resistance does not work. Then, the return of the LGBTQ bar has seen a resurgence with more opening across the country. Finally, a new app helps with doom scrolling and time wasting called Touch Grass. The app forces you to go outside and actually touch grass to get you away from your phone and the constant FOMO.
Tesla Badge of Dishonor
03.12.25 | Shop Talk looks at the recent downfall of Elon Musk related to his Tesla brand, and how many owners of the cars are rebranding them with badges from Mazda and Audi. Will Tesla recover from all the negative energy around Musk? Caught My Eye looks at the creepy “tooth in eye” surgery. Also, Hunter Biden is now a starving artist. William Perkin, who discovered synthetic purple or mauveine, is our Business Birthday.
