Podcast
Rule of Three: with Bengt Washburn and Tim Slagle
Catalog
Episodes
- A Dickens Christmas SpecialDec 25, 2020 · 32 minBengt talks about his role in a Dickens Play, Tim reviews a Dickens move, and the music of Simply Dickens fills in between the segments. They also revisit the Krampus.
- Monkey Labor, Airline Dining, & Forgotten StoriesDec 8, 2020 · 34 minThe injustice of forced monkey labor, a strange way to dine out, and a bunch of stories that Bengt and Tim chose not to cover over the past year for one reason or another.
- Pharma Suit, Expatriating, & Authoritarian BearsNov 16, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim talk about the Oxycontin settlement, Nations with passports for sale, and Libertarians v. Bears.
- Chinese Liquor, Mouse Utopia, & Incredible JumpNov 7, 2020 · 35 minBengt and Tim talk about an awfully expensive liquor, the happiest place for mice, and Tim's hometown hero.
- Tiny Homes, Viagra Website, & Rocket ManOct 31, 2020 · 37 minIn this episode Bengt and Tim discuss minimal dwelling, Bengt's hacked website, and a backyard space launch.
- Swearing Parrots, Dying Russians, & A Bad Halloween CostumeOct 25, 2020 · 32 minIn this episode Bengt & Tim talk about dirty birds, the Russian mortality rate, and a Halloween costume that caused so much outrage, it was pulled from the shelves.
- Berlin, Filler Words, & Extreme RecyclingOct 14, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode Bengt and Tim discuss Bengt's trip to Berlin, Filler Words, and a strange recycling story from Vietnam.
- Aqua Drone, Leisure Class, & Fly CatchingSep 24, 2020 · 36 minIn this episode, Tim bemoans the loss of an expensive dog toy, Bengt laughs at an inept pest removal, and they both discus how the leisure class still manage to isolate themselves in the age of affordable luxury.
- Covid, Full Monty, & HoardingSep 18, 2020 · 33 minFact-Checker Jeff Jena returns. We talk about his brush with Covid, the origins of "The Full Monty," and his attempts to throw stuff away.
- 200th Episode, Chinese Seeds, & Strange ArmSep 2, 2020 · 36 minThe very special 200th episode, recorded live.
- Trip To Germany, Airline Bargain, and Crock PotAug 20, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt rehashes his adventure in getting over to Germany. Tim gets a new appliance, and they both talk about an incredible travel bargain.
- Farewell, Masks, & AllergiesJul 16, 2020 · 33 minIn this episode we bid fond farewell to Bengt, as the show becomes International. There is also talk about peculiar allergies and the great mask debate.
- Toast, Milk, & BeaverJul 7, 2020 · 36 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim talk about their upcoming 200th epoisode live show. Tim also talks about his new toaster, Begnt learns about the Mormon Kingdom of Beaver Island, and good news about Dairy products.
- Zoom, Statues, & Fun HouseJun 29, 2020 · 40 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim announce a very special upcoming show to celebrate the 200th episode of The Rule of Three. There is also a great story about a Train Robbery that ended in a Fun House, and the pulling down of statues.
- Empty House, Trump Rally, & IntelligenceJun 22, 2020 · 37 minBengt broadcasts this episode from an empty house, as he prepares to leave for Germany. There is also discussion about the half empty Trump Rally, and whether your intelligence is a predictive indicator of your later success in life.
- Chappelle, Issac Newton, & Key to HappinessJun 15, 2020 · 34 minIn this episode, Tim and Bengt review the Dave Chappelle special, 8:46. They also talk about Issac Newton's disgusting cure for the plague, and whether spontaneity is the key to happiness.
- Moving, Riots, & Space ForceJun 7, 2020 · 38 minIn this episode Bengt talks about his upcoming move, Tim shares some news on the riots, and they both review the new Netflix show: Space Force. There is also a #LilMiquela update.
- Zoom Shows, Germs, & Lil MiquelaMay 30, 2020 · 38 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim talk about a creepy new Pop Star who just signed with CAA. Bengt also talks about a recent Zoom Show he just finished. There is also a discussion over how germs changed History.
- Pikachu Painting, Hallelujah, & 30 Useless ThingsMay 23, 2020 · 35 minIn this Episode, Bengt talks about his instructional "Painting a Pokemon" series. There is also talk of Leonard Cohen's classic song, and 30 useless things around your house.
- Utah Set, Bugs, & X Æ A-12May 17, 2020 · 37 minIn this episode Bengt reaches out to Tim for help with a bit he's working on, during his first engagement since the lockdown. There is also talk of flying spiders, murder hornets, & a new baby for Elon and Grimes.
- Half Hour Fact CheckMay 10, 2020 · 48 minIn this very special episode, Bengt and Tim talk with the Official Rule of Three Fact Checker, Jeff Jena, for all three segments.
- Space Travel, Flying to LA and Driving to UtahMay 3, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode Bengt and Tim talk about the first manned US Space launch in nine years. Tim also talks about his trip to Los Angeles, while Bengt gets ready for his first gig in two months.
- Dreams, Kim Yo, & Home MoviesApr 25, 2020 · 36 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim discuss some of the vivid dreams people are having during the isolation, There is als a new leader in North Korea to make fun of, and Bengt talks about making his comedy shorts with his family.
- Syrup Contest, Venezuelan Navy, & Tiger KingApr 18, 2020 · 36 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim announce the winner of the syrup contest. They also take a few jabs at a tactical error by the Venezuelan Navy, and Joe Exotic the Tiger King.
- Selling, Yves Tumor, & EasterApr 10, 2020 · 34 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim discuss things people are wiling to sell to make ends meet. There is also a discussion about Easter traditions, and a new rockstar.
- Water+Electricity, Black Death, & My PillowApr 4, 2020 · 37 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim find comedy in a Medieval Plague. There is also talk about the dangers of a bathroom rehab, and the history of My Pillow®.
- Gouging, Old Sword, & Monkey UpdateMar 29, 2020 · 33 minIn this Virus Free episode, Bengt and Tim discuss whether gouging is good for society. There is also a very old sword, and an important update on the Rise of The Monkeys.
- Virus Free, Bible Forgery, & More MonkeysMar 23, 2020 · 33 minBengt and Tim have decided not to talk about the virus for the duration of the pandemic, to give listeners a break. Instead, they talk about a very expensive forgery, and another chapter in the Rise of the Monkeys.
- TED talk, Monkey Invasion, & Toilet RaceMar 13, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt talks about an upcoming TEDX taping in Reno, and worries that the US might be losing the toilet race. There is also a monkey invasion in Florida.
- Corona Virus, Flippy the Robot, & Fact CheckerMar 6, 2020 · 38 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim weigh in on the Corona Virus, talk about a robot that will replace a minimum wage job, and are paid a visit from the Official Rule of Three Fact-Checker.
- Germany, Computer, & Canine DNAMar 1, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt announces his upcoming move to Germany; and Tim announces the results of his Dog's DNA test. Also, things get pretty heated when they start talking about computer and car upgrades.
- Politics, Antarctica, & Maple SyrupFeb 21, 2020 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt talks about his adventure in Antarctica, Tim talks about his springtime hobby, and the results of the Political Poll are revealed.
- Kendra Cunningham, Politics at Sea, & St. ThomasFeb 14, 2020 · 38 minIn the final episode of The Rule Of Three At Sea, we introduce special guest Kendra Cunningham, who is also aboard. She talks with Tim and Bengt about some political discussions that occurred on the ship, and a short tour of St. Thomas, USVI.
- Authenticity, Puerto Rican History, & PanhandlingFeb 2, 2020 · 35 minIt's week two of the Rule of Three at Sea. Bengt and Tim discover Puerto Rico, and find interesting History, Authentic Food, and a new friend.
- Astros, Noah's Ark, & Santa MariaJan 24, 2020 · 36 minIt's the Rule of Three at Sea. On the first week of the cruise, Bengt and Tim discuss cheating in the World Series, the recreation of Noah's Ark, and the ship Columbus used to cross the Atlantic.
- Sea Cruise, Second Guessing, & Fact CheckJan 16, 2020 · 36 minBengt and Tim talk about their upcoming cruise, how second guessing is a bad idea, and pay a visit with Jeff Jena, the official Rue of Three Fact Checker.
- Politics, Cancer, & 2020Jan 8, 2020 · 35 minIn this Episode, Tim reveals the result of the Politics/No Politics Poll, Bengt talks about a Cancer study that came out too soon for one family, and they talk about the New Year.
- Four Hour Cab Ride, Mormon Scandal, & ChristmasDec 18, 2019 · 35 minIt;s the annual Christmas episode. Bengt also talks about a miserably long cab ride in Costa Rica and a big scandal inside the Mormon Church.
- Teslas, Weird Auctions, & Holiday PartiesDec 6, 2019 · 35 minIn this Holiday Season episode, Bengt and Tim talk about coming home for the Holidays in an electric car, very expensive gifts for the discriminating collector, and doing comedy around Holiday time.
- Seattle, Gandhi, & Fact CheckerDec 1, 2019 · 40 minIn this episode, Bengt talks about recording a new CD, and retells the story of how he got into comedy, Tim laughs about some of Mahatma Gandhi's worst habits, and a visit from the Fact Checker.
- Thanksgiving 2019Nov 22, 2019 · 35 minIt's the Rule of Three Thanksgiving Show. Bengt and Tim talk about the Holiday, and some disgusting food being served at a trendy new restaurant. They also look back nostalgically, at shows they've done with people who are hugely famous today.
- Hacking, Flatulent Sheep, & Washing MachinesNov 16, 2019 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt worries about a nuclear plant getting hacked, Tim brags about fixing his washing machine, and they both joke about flatulent sheep.
- Severe Weather, Married Priests, & World SeriesNov 8, 2019 · 35 minIn this episode, Tim talks about severe weather in his neighborhood, and a big possible change for the Catholic Church, while Bengt raves about his team at the World Series.
- Loneliness, Haunted House, & HalloweenOct 27, 2019 · 35 minIt's our Halloween special. In this episode we talk about the scariest haunted house in America, and Halloween decorations. There is also a study about how loneliness has become epidemic.
- Nationals, Space Suites, & Nobel 2019Oct 18, 2019 · 37 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim talk about The Washington Nationals and their first trip to the World Series, Virgin Galactic's debut of their new space suits, and we recap the 2019 Nobel Prizes.
- China 70, College Fund, & Fact CheckOct 10, 2019 · 35 minIn this episode Tim and Bengt wish China a Happy Birthday, bemoan the future cost of college, and spend a little time with Fact Checker Jeff Jena.
- Oxen, Restaurant Hair, & More MonkeysOct 5, 2019 · 30 minIn this episode, Tim and Bengt talk about how Oxen sparked Economic Inequality, New Restaurant Hair Policies, and another monkey who has figured out how to make tools.
- Wasp Nest, Facial Recognition, & 2019 EmmysSep 29, 2019 · 35 minIn this episode, Tim talks about a pest problem he's having, and Bengt get's quizzed about the Emmys. Also the future of facial recognition.
- Secret History, Shane Gillis, & Crab RangoonSep 21, 2019 · 31 minIn this Episode, Bengt and Tim talk about the secret history of CIA mind control experiments, Shane Gillis' dismissal from Saturday Night Live, and the history of Crab Rangoon.
- Hurricanes, Vaping, & Dog WalkingSep 17, 2019 · 35 minIn this episode, Bengt and Tim talk about surfing in hurricanes, vaping in public, and walking a dog through fireworks.
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