Trying Hard to Be Appropriate

"Trying Hard to be Appropriate" is a comedy podcast hosted by three lifelong friends, Ryan, Shilo, and Brock. In each episode, the guys engage in casual, unscripted conversations with each other, guests, and answering fan submitted questions. The show is known for its laid-back and hilarious banter, as well as the candid and personal insights shared by the hosts and their guests. Topics covered on the podcast range from the latest pop culture trends to personal experiences and advice from its three hosts. Overall, "Trying Hard to be Appropriate” offers a fun and light-hearted look at life and everything that goes with it.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Trying Hard to Be Appropriate episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Trying Hard to Be Appropriate for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Trying Hard to Be Appropriate episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Episode 1: The Pilot

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04/10/23 • 78 min

Brock, Shilo and Ryan introduce themselves and look back at how they met as well as some funny events that have transpired along the long road back to the middle. They also explore where they want to take the podcast as well as a handful of random questions and topics. Feel free to email any questions for the future, comments, memories, etc, to [email protected]

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Episode 7: One for All the Muthas, Part 2

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05/24/23 • 74 min

This is the second part of the extra-long Mother's Day episode on the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast. To kick it off, the boys talk to Abbie, Brock's wife, about the ups and downs of motherhood, as well as co-parenting with the son of a Travel Agent. Abbie is expecting and could literally go in to labor at any moment. Luckily, she did not.
Next, the dudes play Mom's the Word, where Brock and Shilo have to guess a phrase or word that has the word "mom" or "mother" in it, using a definition provided by Ryan. Shilo gets smoked in this one.
Finally, the guys play Mom or Not, where they have to guess whether or not a celebrity is a mom.
Happy Mother's Day all you Muthas!

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Episode 9: Graduation Madness, Drive Thru Insanity, & Life's Little Curveballs

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06/07/23 • 72 min

In this 9th episode of the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast, Brock, Shilo and Ryan talk about the tradition that is graduation season, as Brock's daughter recently walked the stage and Brock and Shilo were there to watch. Shilo, in a first, got there early like he was in line for concert tickets. The guys go on to recall some of their personal grad memories (or lack there of).
Next, the dudes talk about their occasional love of "White People Burritos". Brock spices up this segment with a "Story Time with Brock" regarding his version of the white people burrito. They decide a white people burrito cookoff is probably necessary.
The conversation meanders into a breakdown of Ryan's rough week, starting with him having to go to the pharmacy drive-thru and confronting a line-cutter that clearly believes age trumps fairness. This little pharmacy expedition ends with Ryan dropping his license at the drive-thru window. His week concluded with a family emergency so he is recording remotely at his mom's house.
The guys go on to talk about a true conundrum of Trying Hard to Be Appropriate...not snapping on stupid people. This becomes easier as we get older and have too much to lose.
Finally, the boys discuss elderly men having babies and the resulting lack of "being there" for the kids. Brock and Shilo discuss merch and Ryan rejoins the conversation to discuss a hot tub episode. Also, Brock looks like Dragon. Ryan eats loud candy.
Enjoy!

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Episode 10: Covid, Potty Training, Bachelor Party Memories, and the Creepy Teepee

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06/21/23 • 63 min

On this 10th episode of the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast, Shilo is literally gone fishing so Brock and Ryan hold it down. Ryan is recovering from his first battle with Covid and is running low on energy and stamina. Brock took his two sons and wife to Monterey for the day and the guys get the idea to maybe take a trip there in the future and do a pub crawl podcast.
They take a few minutes to remember the Mike Judge masterpiece comedy/prediction-piece that is Idiocracy. Such a great movie. They go on to discuss the woes of potty training toddlers and traveling with infants. So. Much. Packing.
The dudes then discuss bachelor party antics from the past, including Shilo's super early unconscious exit from his own bachelor party and the time they all acted like a famous band at a seedy strip club for Brock's first bachelor party.
Next, the boys explore Brock and Abbey's wedding in Lake Tahoe and the fact that the wedding was beautiful despite a steady flow of speed bumps. Pro tip...if there is a wedding happening near your house, the newly wedded and the wedding party may be less than sympathetic if you show up to said wedding screaming and yelling about noisy music.
Finally, they finish up with some stupid news and an infomercial that sucks about as bad as one can expect.

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Episode 12: Good Friends Share Bad Relationships

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07/05/23 • 75 min

In this 12th episode of the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast the guys get a little serious while still keeping it as light as possible.
First, Brock shares a past abusive relationship that he was in that was extra horrible. It was obviously hard for him to talk about it at times but they managed to keep it as light as possible.
Next, Shilo shares a glimpse into a past dysfunctional relationship of his own that saw him move to another state (because of her) and nearly die (not because of her).
Finally, they quickly touch on the simple-minded folks that keep leaving the pathways and trails at Yellowstone National Park to see how hot the natural springs really are. Here's a hint: they will cook you and/or dissolve you. Stop it!

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Episode 13: T.R.T., Steroids and Misunderstood Song Lyrics

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07/12/23 • 60 min

On this 13th episode of the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast the guys start off by exploring the world of Testosterone Replacement Therapy and its affects. They also discuss steroids as a whole, including some personal experiences.
Next, the dudes discuss commonly, and not-so commonly, misunderstood song lyrics. Think of Sir Elton John's hit, Tiny Dancer, and the oft-repeated lyric, "hold me closer Tony Danza".

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Episode 15: Lyrical Geniuseseses

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07/26/23 • 78 min

In this 15th episode of the Trying Hard to Be Appropriate podcast Brock talks about his cancelled fishing trip due to a faulty AC unit in his brand new trailer. Ryan took his oldest son on a 3 day fishing trip and learned how to remove a barbed fishing hook from his own hand.
Next the guys played a game of "Guess the Song" by prompting each other with spoken lyrics. They were all over the map pre-2000. Enjoy! BTW, Brock's mom is a Travel Agent...

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Episode 16: Try That In a U.A.P.

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08/02/23 • 70 min

In this 16th episode of the Trying Hard to Appropriate podcast, Shilo, Brock, and Ryan start out by trying an alcohol-related fad...mixing Corona with Disaronno. Supposedly it tastes like Dr. Pepper. Next, Shilo has a funny story about an adult toy that made his son see him in a completely different light briefly.
Moving on, Brock ponders some possible hidden meanings in a popular 90's country song and they all discuss a current popular "country" song that has decent human beings a little pissed off.
Then they meander into a discussion regarding the recent U.A.P. congressional hearings and what it means. WE ARE NOT ALONE! Now go suck on a chili dog outside the Tasty Freeze!

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Episode 17: Crappy Jobs and Lotto Dreams

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08/16/23 • 78 min

On this 17th episode of the Trying hard to Be Appropriate podcast, Shilo, Brock and Ryan start by discussing Brock's trailer woes. The AC on his brand new trailer has never worked and the dealer doesn't seem to care.
They move on to discuss the worst jobs that they've ever had. Hot, sweaty, stinky, boring, and dangerous.
Next, the dudes discuss what they would do if they won the lottery. Brock would not be responsible. Also, his mom is a Travel Agent.
Finally, the guys reveal what shows/movies that they've been bingeing/watching.
ENJOY!

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Episode 3: Car Crashes, Lifeguarding and Bad Libs

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04/26/23 • 75 min

Brock had a rough week. The guys discuss his misadventures in trying to repair his daughter's car and then veer off into memories of car wrecks that they were involved in. Shame on Shilo!
Next they walk (not run) into a nostalgic discussion about their memories of working at water parks as lifeguards. Brock worked at Big Bear Water Park while Shilo and Ryan worked at Oakwood Lake Resort, aka the Manteca Waterslides. Sunglasses were a teenage boy's best friend. Lots of inappropriateness can be found in this discussion.
Moving on, the dudes fill out some AI-generated Bad Libs and it's allll bad. Real classy!
From there, they jump into "Movies Coming Out that Ryan Won't See", followed by why Ryan is such a piece of crap for not liking all types of music despite his personal taste in music he has.
It's coming out a week earlier than planned but we know that you won't mind. Enjoy!

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FAQ

How many episodes does Trying Hard to Be Appropriate have?

Trying Hard to Be Appropriate currently has 32 episodes available.

What topics does Trying Hard to Be Appropriate cover?

The podcast is about Friends, Culture, Society & Culture, Funny, Humor, Comedy, Podcasts, Adult, Edgy, Comedic and Current.

What is the most popular episode on Trying Hard to Be Appropriate?

The episode title 'Episode 3: Car Crashes, Lifeguarding and Bad Libs' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Trying Hard to Be Appropriate?

The average episode length on Trying Hard to Be Appropriate is 78 minutes.

How often are episodes of Trying Hard to Be Appropriate released?

Episodes of Trying Hard to Be Appropriate are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Trying Hard to Be Appropriate?

The first episode of Trying Hard to Be Appropriate was released on Apr 10, 2023.

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