Stuck in Beta Podcast

Greg & Josh
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  • Hobbies
  • Semiweekly

Remember when life didn't require constant updates? Gen Xers Josh and Greg sure do. Welcome to Stuck in Beta, the weekly podcast for everyone navigating the glitches of modern adulthood. Join them as they dissect the latest in TV and movies, explore baffling pop culture trends, and react to interesting news. Each episode also features a craft beer review, a taste test of weird and wonderful snacks, and the highly-anticipated weekly Top 5 list on just about any topic imaginable. If you appreciate a healthy mix of 90s nostalgia and present-day confusion, grab a drink and tune in. It's a hilarious and honest look at the feeling that we're all just one patch away from figuring it out.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Dead Pretzels

    Greg and Josh return for a brand new episode of *Stuck in Beta*, cracking open a 2nd Shift Brewing Dead & Alive and snacking on Utz cheddar and sea salt protein pretzels. The guys catch up on fall activities, swapping stories about house pressure washing, hiking, and the chaos of surviving Girl Scouts and Peter’s kindergarten Halloween parties. The hunt for collectibles continues with a recap of their recent Sam’s Club and Five Below squishy hunts. Later, they debate the wild logistics of a 15-year cruise that abruptly ends in 25 months, celebrate the Brewers’ World Series win, and dive into their weekly TV watchlists featuring *Moonshiners*, *Survivor*, *The Amazing Race*, and *Crystal Lake*. **Show Notes** * **Beer 30 & Snacks:** Tasting 2nd Shift Brewing’s Dead & Alive paired with Utz cheddar and sea salt protein pretzels. * **Dad Life & DIY:** Greg’s house pressure washing project, local hiking, and navigating Peter’s kindergarten Halloween parties alongside Girl Scouts events. * **The Squishy Hunt:** Tracking down the latest toy finds at Sam’s Club and Five Below. * **Current Events & Sports:** Breaking down the story of a 15-year cruise wrapping up in just 25 months, plus a shoutout to the Brewers’ World Series victory. * **TV & Pop Culture:** Reviewing the latest on *Moonshiners*, *Survivor*, *The Amazing Race*, and the *Crystal Lake* series.

    Dead Pretzels

  2. 6d ago

    Mortal Ritz

    Greg and Josh are back in the studio for another episode of *Stuck in Beta*, kicking things off by polishing off the last of the Ritz Bits and debating the merits of their Aldi-brand counterparts. The guys dive into a *Beer 30* double-feature to review Lagunitas IPA and Founders Mortal Bloom, only to uncover that a Northern California radio station, 97.7 The River, has been blatantly ripping off their tasting segment. After Greg recounts a recent family outing to Mellow Mushroom, the conversation shifts to current events as they discuss the designation of America’s 64th National Park and Faith No More’s highly anticipated return to the stage at the upcoming Sonic Temple music festival. **Show Notes** **Snack Time:** Greg finishes off the Ritz Bits and the guys review the Aldi store-brand equivalents. **Beer 30 Controversy:** A tasting of Lagunitas IPA and Founders Mortal Bloom leads to the discovery that 97.7 The River is ripping off the *Beer 30* segment name. **Family Outings:** Greg shares a quick story about grabbing a Lagunitas hat during a family trip to Mellow Mushroom. **News & Notes:** Exploring the new Chiricahua National Monument, America’s 64th National Park. **Music Updates:** Faith No More and Primus announce their return to the stage at Sonic Temple Fest.

    Mortal Ritz

  3. Oct 23

    Sticky Lips

    Greg and Josh return from their hiatus with a heavy-hitting Beer Thirty and a deep dive into Josh’s recent international adventure. After sampling a sweet, high-ABV stout, the duo discusses Josh’s trip to Tanzania alongside the Choose FI travel group. From chaotic city tours and open-air markets in Arusha to a wild van ride fueled by hip-hop music videos, Josh breaks down the journey. The recap wraps up with incredible safari stories, featuring close encounters with lions, elephants, and cheetahs in the Serengeti. **Show Notes** * Catching up after the hiatus and discussing upcoming travel plans. * **Beer Thirty:** Tasting the 2021 Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Classic Cola Stout and previewing the upcoming Abraxas release. * Josh and Lori’s first overseas trip: Flying Turkish Airlines and traveling with the Choose FI group. * Exploring Arusha, Tanzania, including the local culture, open-air meat markets, and lack of traffic laws. * Surviving a wild, music-video-fueled van ride to the airport with a driver named Frank. * Serengeti National Park safari highlights: Close encounters with lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and rhinos from the open-top Toyota Land Cruiser.

  4. Oct 9

    Stroller Struggles

    This week on Stuck in Beta, Greg and Josh settle in for a marathon catch-up session following a nine-day family endurance test at Walt Disney World. Between taste-testing the latest horror-themed mystery sodas and preparing for a massive international trip, the guys break down the logistics, costs, and physical toll of modern theme park vacations. ## Beverage Beta * **Scream Soda:** The guys sample the Ghost Face “Mystery Caller” soda, accurately identifying the hidden blueberry pomegranate flavor profile. * **Zootoberfest:** A recap of a recent beer festival, featuring Zoo Beer and other seasonal craft options. ## Disney World Debrief * **The Physical Toll:** Over 90 miles and nearly 200,000 steps were tracked across the nine-day trip, resulting in some necessary knee recovery time. * **Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party:** Peter finally gets to meet Jack Skellington (specifically in his “Bat Skellington” outfit), and the family hauled home exactly 21 pounds and 13.2 ounces of trick-or-treat candy. * **Transit Logistics:** The distinct challenges of navigating resort buses with rented double Bob strollers and sleeping children. * **Dining Plan Math:** An out-of-pocket cost of $1,774.56 for the dining plan yielded over $2,500 in actual food value, heavily maximized by utilizing adult beverage credits and daily snack allowances. ## Tanzanian Treks & Taste Tests * **International Prep:** The stressful logistics of an upcoming group trip to Tanzania are outlined, including navigating travel visas, acquiring typhoid and malaria medications, and packing within strict weight limits for connecting flights. * **Snack Review:** The episode closes out with a tasting of Calbee Pizza Potato chips from Japan and a crunchy wasabi pea experiment.

    Stroller Struggles

  5. Sep 10

    PBR Safari

    Stuck in Beta co-hosts Greg and Josh are back to beat the unexpected September heat before taking a brief podcast hiatus for some major travels! This week, the guys dive into a pumpkin ale that defies brewery history, discuss the logistics of packing Greg’s Ford F-150 for an upcoming family road trip to Walt Disney World, and share some serious travel anxieties about a 24-hour safari flight to Tanzania. Plus, they break down a massive Pabst Blue Ribbon heist, conduct a live taste-test of Blackberry Uncrustables, rank a St. Louis food top 5, and do a retro pop culture rewatch of the 2000 X-Men film. Show Notes Intro & Weather: Battling the 95-degree Summer in September and comparing historical back-to-school temperatures to the 90s. Podcast Schedule Update: Announcing a short hiatus for the upcoming Walt Disney World vacation and Josh’s Safari trip. Beer Thirty: Tasting “When Pumpkins Fly” from Second Shift Brewing—a spiced golden ale the brewer once swore he’d never make. Travel Logistics & Anxieties: Figuring out how to fit six people and all their luggage into the Ford F-150 for the Disney trip, plus tips and fears for avoiding jet lag on a multi-day trip to Tanzania. Weird News: Breaking down the elaborate, confusing heist of a truck carrying 14 tons (1,600 cases) of Pabst Blue Ribbon. Snack Time: A live on-air taste test of the new Blackberry Boom Uncrustables, comparing them to Peter’s favorite strawberry and peanut butter ones. Top 5 St. Louis Foods: The guys rank their top 5 specific meals from local St. Louis restaurants, featuring favorites from Steve’s Hot Dogs and Mom’s Deli. Pop Culture Rewatch: A nostalgic look back at the original 2000 X-Men movie, including a debate over the mechanics of Cyclops’ visor and the questionable child acting.

    PBR Safari

  6. Sep 2

    Paddle Pumpkins

    Join Greg and Josh on this week’s episode of the Stuck in Beta Podcast as they kick off the fall season with crisp morning air, pumpkin ales, and river adventures! The guys sample 4 Hands Brewing’s collaboration with Clementine’s Creamery—Vanilla Pumpkin Ale—and review two fall treats from Aldi: Drizzled Pumpkin Spice Kettle Corn and Funnel Cake Sandwich Cookies. Plus, hear about an early morning kayak trip under the Gateway Arch, a visit to an aftermarket Lego shop, NFL football pool nostalgia, and reviews of NOFX: 40 Years of Fking Up and DC’s Lanterns. Show Notes Beer Thirty — 4 Hands x Clementine’s: The hosts review the seasonal Vanilla Pumpkin Ale brewed in collaboration with Clementine’s Naughty and Nice Ice Cream, discussing how its vanilla and spice notes balance out the fall ale. Mississippi River at Sunrise: Josh recaps his 4:00 AM wake-up call to kayak the Mississippi River, catching the breathtaking “Arch on Fire” sunrise reflection right beneath the Gateway Arch Snack Time Double Feature: Taste-testing Aldi’s Clancy’s Drizzled Pumpkin Spice Kettle Corn and Benton’s Funnel Cake Sandwich Cookies. Aftermarket Lego & Model Train Nostalgia: Greg visits the new Minifig Shop in Chesterfield to browse bulk bricks and retired sets, sparking memories of post-high school model train obsessions. NFL Season & Pick’em Pools: Navigating the transition into fall football, debating allegiances between the Chiefs and Packers, and reminiscing about workplace Super Bowl squares. Documentaries & Watchlists: Breakdown of NOFX: 40 Years of Fking Up, DC’s Lanterns, the Eric André comedy Bad Trip, and updates on Linkin Park and Ted Lasso. Shop Talk & DIY Realities: Weighing an $8,000 professional painting estimate against DIY labor, ongoing home renovation updates, and hitting the 200,000-mile mark on the truck.

    Paddle Pumpkins

  7. Aug 28

    Doomsday Pretzels

    Join Greg and Josh on this week’s Stuck in Beta Podcast as they dive into the upcoming MCU Doomsday lineup, rank their favorite Six Flags St. Louis roller coasters, and debate the ultimate snack pairing: Second Shift Oktoberfest and Parmesan Garlic Dot’s Pretzels. Plus, DIY AC repairs, running injuries, and TV roundups featuring Ted Lasso and House of the Dragon. Tune in for your weekly dose of Gen X pop-culture! Show Notes Injury Updates & DIY Fixes: Greg shares the painful reality of a running-induced knee injury and walks through his weekend DIY success of cleaning out the AC compressor unit to beat the heat. Snacks & Suds: It is time for a taste test! The guys crack open some Second Shift Brewing Oktoberfest and review the Parmesan Garlic flavor of Dot’s Pretzels. MCU & Doomsday Prep: A massive deep dive into the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe theatrical slate. The hosts share their thoughts on Deadpool & Wolverine, Fantastic Four, Thunderbolts, Captain America: Brave New World, and prep for Avengers: Doomsday. Coasters & Theme Parks: A nostalgic trip to Six Flags St. Louis. Greg and Josh rank their favorite rides and debate the merits of classic wooden roller coasters like The Boss, Screamin’ Eagle, and American Thunder. TV Talk & Pink Eye: After a quick tangent about surviving adult conjunctivitis, the guys break down their current watchlists, sharing thoughts on Ted Lasso, Euphoria, and House of the Dragon.

    Doomsday Pretzels

  8. Aug 24

    Lime Scopes

    In this week’s episode of the Stuck in Beta Podcast, Greg and Josh bring their signature Gen X lifestyle and pop-culture commentary to the dog days of summer. From surviving the heat dome and kindergarten milestones to the ultimate lime lager taste test and a hilarious PSA on getting a colonoscopy, this episode is packed with laughs. Tune in for tech upgrade tips, Larry David highlights, and a sweet Oreo taste test! Show Notes Robot Intros & Tan Suits: The guys kick things off by troubleshooting a glitchy, robotic intro and sharing a laugh over Larry David and Barack Obama’s thoughts on the infamous tan suit. Heat Domes & Milestones: Surviving the brutal dog days of the summer heat dome, celebrating Peter’s 6th birthday with a wild pool party, and the mixed emotions of sending the kids off to kindergarten. Beer Thirty – The Lime Showdown: Greg steps away from his usual craft beer preferences for a special “Versus” edition of Beer Thirty. The guys compare the Kelce brothers-backed Garage Beer Lime against the classic 2008 throwback, Bud Light Lime. The Colonoscopy Chronicles: A public service announcement featuring a gallon of freezing prep fluid, the best propofol sleep ever, a post-procedure feast at Bob Evans, and Jeff Foxworthy’s garden hose analogy. Living in the Future: Navigating the hassle of recycling old TVs and the joy of upgrading to a 75-inch Vizio from Walmart, complete with a Planet Overstock soundbar and a cord-cutting over-the-air TiVo setup. Snack Time: The episode wraps up with a taste test of the new, limited-edition Apple Pie a la Mode Oreos.

    Lime Scopes

  9. Aug 7

    Pineapple Prep

    Greg and Josh are back in the studio for another round of Stuck in Beta! The guys kick things off with a taste test of 4 Hands Brewing’s soft-serve inspired Pineapple Fruit Whip ale before recapping a scorching outdoor concert featuring The Urge, Less Than Jake, and My Posse in Effect. Josh shares his “bachelor week” survival story and his upcoming colonoscopy prep, while Greg details a family trip to the St. Louis Science Center. To top it off, the guys review Little Debbie’s Mocha Swiss Cake Rolls, chat about new TV shows (The Hawk, Stewart Fails to Save the Universe), and test Greg’s Marvel knowledge with a multi-round Spider-Man trivia quiz. Show Notes Intro Malfunctions: Kicking off the show with soundboard technical difficulties. Beer Review: Testing 4 Hands Brewing Co.’s Pineapple Fruit Whip Ale (4.0% ABV), an ale inspired by park soft-serve treats. Concert Survival: Recapping the blistering heat at The Urge, Less Than Jake, and My Posse in Effect, plus the life-saving iced water station. Science Center & Bachelor Week: Greg’s family outing to the planetarium versus Josh’s quiet week at home rewatching Marvel films. Medical Prep: Josh gears up for his upcoming colonoscopy. Snack Review: Digging into Little Debbie Mocha Swiss Cake Rolls. TV Roundup: Impressions of Will Ferrell’s The Hawk, the Big Bang Theory spin-off Stewart Fails to Save the Universe, and Netflix’s 72 Hours. Spider-Man Trivia Challenge: Josh puts Greg to the test with an AI-generated trivia quiz covering the Tom Holland Spider-Man trilogy.

    Pineapple Prep

  10. Aug 4

    Sizzling Moose

    After a long summer hiatus, Greg and Josh are back behind the mics for a massive catch-up episode of Stuck in Beta. The guys kick things off by popping open Big Sky Brewing’s Moose Drool Brown Ale and Modern Brewery’s Disco Punch sour, setting the tone for a packed show. Josh recounts his epic Western road trip, complete with white-water rafting in Montana, while Greg shares his strategy for surviving a sweltering 100-degree day at the zoo. The snacks get weird as they test out Utz’s Lemonade and Sizzling Summer Burger potato chips. Plus, they dive into some local news—including a surprise Clydesdale visit and the new Beezer’s Weiners joint taking over an old firehouse—before closing out with a pop culture deep dive into recent TV shows, the Avengers: Doomsday trailer, and scoring Spider-Man tickets. Grab a cold one and tune in! Show Notes We’re Back: Catching up after our extended summer hiatus. Craft Beer Corner: Taste-testing Big Sky’s Moose Drool Brown Ale and Modern Brewery’s Disco Punch sour. Summer Adventures: Josh’s white-water rafting trip out West and Greg’s sweltering zoo survival. Local Sightings: A surprise run-in with the Budweiser Clydesdales and the upcoming Beezer’s Weeners hot dog joint. Snack Attack: A highly debatable taste test of Utz Lemonade and Sizzling Summer Burger potato chips. Pop Culture Deep Dive: Reviewing our recent TV binges and breaking down the Avengers: Doomsday trailer and new Spider-Man hype.

    Sizzling Moose
  • 10 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Remember when life didn't require constant updates? Gen Xers Josh and Greg sure do. Welcome to Stuck in Beta, the weekly podcast for everyone navigating the glitches of modern adulthood. Join them as they dissect the latest in TV and movies, explore baffling pop culture trends, and react to interesting news. Each episode also features a craft beer review, a taste test of weird and wonderful snacks, and the highly-anticipated weekly Top 5 list on just about any topic imaginable. If you appreciate a healthy mix of 90s nostalgia and present-day confusion, grab a drink and tune in. It's a hilarious and honest look at the feeling that we're all just one patch away from figuring it out.

Information

  • Creator
    Greg & Josh
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 half-assed productions
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    Stuck in Beta Podcast