The hour begins with Steak ’n Shake’s headline‑grabbing decision to ban microwaves nationwide — a symbolic move that taps into America’s growing distrust of processed food and the cultural politics of “real cooking.” The hosts unpack the science, strategy, and economics behind the shift, showing how fast‑food chains are scrambling to regain public trust amid falling satisfaction, rising prices, and a national realignment toward simplicity, transparency, and “real food.” The show wraps with an interview featuring Jon Grishpul, co‑founder of GreatBuildz, a homeowner‑focused service that matches clients with rigorously vetted general contractors, and the Co‑CEO of Maxable, one of the nation’s leading platforms for planning and building ADUs. His work across both companies centers on making home renovation and small‑scale development clearer, safer, and more accessible for everyday homeowners.

Hour 2: The Age‑Limit Debate in American Politics | Ela Thier on How to Fail as an Artist
49:51

Hour 1: The Etiquette Wars of Modern Life | Dr. Laura Dabney on I Need You … Now Go Away!
54:30

Hour 2: Raúl Castro’s Indictment and America’s Cuba Divide | Nick Kessler & Brian Fulmer of Road Trip Masters
49:51