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Jay Chris Tony
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In a world that often shuns the uncomfortable, we embrace it with open arms—and open laughs. Our candid narratives around our stories assure you that awkwardness is a shared human experience. Tune in, enjoy the ride, and maybe learn a thing or two.

  1. 20H AGO

    What Happens When Your Stereo Explodes Into Roaches

    Send us a text Three friends trade pest war stories, from a roach-filled boombox to a lake house overrun by mosquitoes, then cut through fear to what actually works. We question sales tactics, share DIY wins, and sort out which bugs matter, which don’t, and when to call a pro. • mice at work and the case for quarterly service • the boombox roach outbreak and long cleanup • fear, upsells and how to vet exterminators • boxelder bugs vs stink bugs and simple fixes • apartment life, DIY sealing and safety • carpenter bees as pollinators and wood damage • vacuum tricks, dish soap sprays and sealing • mosquitoes, light and water attractants • roaches, bed bugs and lice realities • habits, prevention and integrated pest control Find us on the internet. Topshow stories podcast every single Tuesday, ready for you on your favorite streaming platforms

    35 min

  2. JAN 27

    Bumped To New York

    Send us a text We trade our flights for $1,000 each, reroute through Detroit, and still make it to New York to surprise a sister on her Brooklyn stoop. Fast walks, faster subways, and a crash course in how to eat, move, and avoid tourist traps without a car. • volunteer bump offer rising from $600 to $1,000 • quick reroute with checked bag retagged • Brooklyn surprise reveal and family moments • Tom’s Restaurant sign and Ghostbusters firehouse • free Statue of Liberty viewing via Staten Island Ferry • how density makes car-free living workable • eye-contact safety and crowd dynamics on subways • food costs, corner stores, breweries, and late nights • walking the Brooklyn Bridge and neighborhood shifts • two-to-five-day strategy to avoid burnout

    38 min

  3. JAN 20

    What Does It Cost To Trust Someone With Your Wheels And Water?

    Send us a text We trade DIY for smarter choices, break down bloated shop quotes, and show how a driveway mechanic and a gruff boat tech restored our faith in honest work. The thread running through it all is simple: streamline your life, pay for real skill, and reward integrity when you find it. • streamlining time by hiring specialists where it counts • decoding parts markups and book-time labor • why shops resist customer-supplied parts • driveway mechanic case study with clear rates and scope • risk, insurance, and the myth of easy legal recourse • how upsells and “safety lists” erode trust • navigating boat repairs, season backlogs, and reviews • grumpy expert who diagnoses, tests, and bills only the fix • practical rules for spotting honest pros and avoiding traps Tell your friends about us. We really appreciate you listening to our podcast. Continue doing so. Tune in again another Tuesday.

    35 min

  4. JAN 13

    When Your Phone Pranks Your Whole Family At 2 A.M.

    Send us a text A late-night ring sparks a family chain of phantom calls, raising questions about caller ID spoofing, Wi‑Fi quirks, and whether a bored insider is pulling strings. We test theories, phone a witness, and land on practical habits that calm tech anxiety without losing our humor. • 2 a.m. ghost calls that ping family across carriers and phones • competing theories from spoof apps to Wi‑Fi calling glitches • AI voice scam risks and social engineering worries • insider prank vs targeted hack probabilities • router hygiene, passwords, and call setting checks • simple verification rituals for urgent calls • laughter, side quests, and why phones aren’t just phones Remember, check your passwords, change it every six months

    27 min

  5. JAN 6

    Fantasy Football Feuds

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    34 min

  6. 12/30/2025

    From Sold-Out Hotels To Secret Menu Wins: A Night Out’s True Price

    Send us a text We chase the joy and the cost of going out, from sold-out Madison hotels and concert plans to the chaos of outsourced delivery and the strange science of forever-hot Chinese food. By the end, we reframe the bill as fuel for an unseen crew who make a single night possible. • planning a concert trip to Madison and hotel scarcity • tallying the true cost of a night out • best part of dining out beyond the food • letting servers choose and finding hidden menu gems • strong food takes on octopus, celery, lettuce and capers • why delivery is outsourced and how it fails • DoorDash timing, cancellations and cold food • Chinese takeout rituals, heat, containers and utensils • credit card fraud on third‑party ordering sites and fixes • tipping culture, fee creep and what the money supports • reframing spend as paying the people behind the night Thanks for tuning in. We’re here every Tuesday. Try to tune in, tell your friends. Don’t forget to tip your waitress. Tip your waitresses.

    37 min

  7. 12/16/2025

    From Straight Razors To Atari: Chasing Childhood In The Wild

    Send us a text We trade stories about the objects and memories that pull us back, from a WWII razor set lost in a dice game to the stubborn hunt for an Atari Lynx. One of us keeps nothing, one of us keeps everything, and the argument lands on what nostalgia is really worth. • sounds, smells, and simple triggers for memory • the WWII cigarette trades and the seven-day razor set • collecting rules and finding treasures in the wild • Atari Lynx, Game Gear, and retro prices that shock • Crash Test Dummies as joy machines built to break • chromies, hood ornaments, and small-town heists • storage costs, nine fridges, and the burden of stuff • travel versus things and the price of experiences • what we would actually pay to buy the past back God damn it, give us a rating and review, please. We need like four more to be rated on a podcast that makes sense

    49 min

  8. 12/09/2025

    Youth Sports Politics And The Cost Of A Dream

    Send us a text We argue about youth sports that bench kids while asking parents to fund the program. One father shares how his 13-year-old showed up, worked hard, and never saw the field, sparking a hard look at size bias, safety claims, and what coaches owe developing players. • the costs and promises of select and club teams • the politics of tryouts and who you know • a 13-year-old wide receiver who never gets a snap • safety rationale versus size bias in coaching • development-first versus win-only priorities • practice attendance, effort, and transparency • pay-to-play pressure and fundraising fatigue • parent advocacy that helps, not harms • what fair playing time can look like at 12–14 • simple roles that build confidence and skill

    56 min
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In a world that often shuns the uncomfortable, we embrace it with open arms—and open laughs. Our candid narratives around our stories assure you that awkwardness is a shared human experience. Tune in, enjoy the ride, and maybe learn a thing or two.

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  • Creator
    Jay Chris Tony
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Top Shelf Stories
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