The Blue Plate Special is served every Tuesday and Thursday at 12:15 p.m.—a quick, lively show where Andy Andrews dishes out stories, laughs, and perspective on all kinds of topics. Sometimes he’s flying solo, sometimes a guest pulls up a chair, but every episode is a fresh helping of fun you’ll want to come back for again and again.
Take a trip down culinary memory lane as we crack open the dusty recipe box and rediscover foods that time—and taste buds—forgot. From pear salad with mayo (why?) to tuna casserole and that mysterious school cafeteria tetrazzini, we’re asking the big questions: What happened to onion loaf? Did anyone really like tomato aspic? Join us for a buffet of bizarre, beloved, and baffling bites from the 1970s. Warning: nostalgia may cause indigestion.
Ever wonder why we have warning labels stating the obvious? Before diving into the Five Laws of Stupidity, we took a hilarious look at some of the most absurd labels and how they came to be. Then, we explored economist Carlo Cipolla’s take on why stupidity is the greatest existential threat to humanity—and why we all underestimate just how many idiots are among us. Ready to laugh, learn, and maybe rethink a few things? Watch now!
Orange Beach is freezing, and so are Andy Andrews’ and Leslie Anne Tarabella’s citrus trees! From pruning disasters to a championship ring that steals the show, this Blue Plate Special covers it all. The Lady Makos softball team’s rise to national fame, a Mardi Gras dog parade, and small-town charm make for a lively, laugh-filled conversation—despite the cold!
You think your name is unique? Wait until you hear what some parents have tried to get away with! While the U.S. lets parents run wild with baby names (hello, Moxie Crimefighter and Blue Ivy), other countries take a hard pass on names that might embarrass a child—or an entire nation. From Nutella and Robocop to Fish & Chips (yes, for twins), some names just don’t make the cut. Find out which names got the legal ax and why in this wild ride through the world’s most banned baby names!
Throughout history, kings, queens, and aristocrats have kept some of the most unusual pets imaginable. From a polar bear that swam in the Thames to a parrot that swore at a presidential funeral, these creatures were more than just companions—they were symbols of power, eccentricity, and sometimes, pure indulgence.
Do you think you know everything about snow? Think again! This episode uncovers some of the most surprising, little-known truths about the icy wonder that blankets our world. From a city’s desperate attempt to outlaw snow (spoiler: it didn’t work) to a strange mix of science and mystery that makes snowflakes scream, this Blue Plate Special is packed with frosty facts that will blow your mind. Watch now to discover how snow’s secrets might just change the way you see winter forever!
Andy dives into the peculiar world of medical conditions, from historic hazards like “Chauffeur’s Fracture” and “Glassblower’s Cataract” to modern quirks like “Inflation Jaw” (thanks, grocery prices!) and “Generational Eyes” (those endless eye rolls). Discover bizarre afflictions tied to work, lifestyle, and even personality traits, including the curious swagger of vegetarians and the peculiar behavior sparked by election seasons. A fascinating look at the ailments you never knew existed!
Big changes are coming! President Trump plans bold rebrands like renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America” and introducing “USA Ports” and “Trumpistan.” Andy takes it further with ideas like “Boatercycles” (jet skis) and “Birthquakes” (contractions), imagining a world where names finally make sense. America 2.0 starts now—one name at a time!
History is full of inventors whose groundbreaking ideas changed the world—but for these 15 visionaries, their creations led to their untimely demise. From Henry Winstanley’s lighthouse swept away in a storm to Wan Hu’s rocket-powered chair that launched him into oblivion, discover the shocking stories of ingenuity gone wrong. Brace yourself for tales of daredevils, dreamers, and deadly designs—where brilliance met its tragic end.