Oct. 27, 2026 (Pt. 2): Greg & The Morning Buzz: Deodorant Drama, FaceTime Stares & Rock Screams
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The second half of the show kicks off with the crew continuing to tease Greg over his awkward grocery store encounter and his confusion in the deodorant aisle, where he accidentally picked up a fruity "Wolfthorn" Old Spice scent instead of his usual "Swagger".
The conversation shifts to everyday social frustrations as Greg vents about complete strangers telling people to smile in public, prompting a debate about "resting face" expressions, being transparent on camera, and the unwritten rules of communication.
The hosts examine modern digital habits, poking fun at the bizarre concept of the "Gen Z stare" in workplace conversations and questioning why some people feel awkward FaceTiming other guys. Turning to news and pop culture, the team discusses the newly launched foldable iPhone Duo, reacting to viral reports of screens already cracking along the crease just days after hitting shelves at a steep $1,999 price point. They also touch on highway toll complaints, with Jimmy Dunn expressing frustration over traffic delays at toll booths and the crew noting how states like Vermont manage to keep their roads maintained without a single toll plaza.
In sports and entertainment, the room celebrates the Boston Celtics picking up another victory behind Payton Pritchard's hot shooting, before delving into wild celebrity headlines. They react to lavish details from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored multi-million-dollar Madison Square Garden wedding plans—including scrapped ideas for a full carnival carousel and an indoor pond beneath the altar. The crew also notes Sharon Osbourne’s decision to bury Ozzy in a private estate plot away from the public eye to protect the site from rowdy fans. Later, Greg discovers a surprising Facebook friend suggestion: an Indiana chef who shares his exact name, leading the studio to debate reaching out and booking his apparent doppelgänger on the show. To round out the hour, comedian Jimmy Dunn stops by to talk about his upcoming stand-up dates and announce his newly completed comedy book, Sitcom Star for 13 Weeks. Finally, the broadcast closes with a lively debate over the greatest vocal screams in rock history, listening back to iconic shrieks from Steven Tyler on Aerosmith's "Dream On," Roger Daltrey on The Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again," and Tina Turner on "River Deep – Mountain High".
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