1:23:45

S01:E22 Oct 5, 2022

1.22 Why Are We Here?

Eager to pull the Big Prank, the Barone Boys flip the format and dive right into the Season 1 finale of Everybody Loves Raymond, “Why Are We Here?” As they break down the episode, they discuss the little guy who played Death, St. John’s University, and the space behind the stairs (again). Then, it’s time for the auction winner to arrive and press the button that will solve all of our problems. Who will it be? Will Duane Reade’s fireworks do the job? Will the Tower of Jokers be launched into space before they can recruit God and prank the world? Find out all this and more on the thrilling season finale of Everybody Loves Everybody Loves Raymond!

1:26:02

S01:E21 Sep 28, 2022

1.21 Fascinatin' Debra

The mayor of Lynbrook, now firmly in the Jokers’ pockets, sends the Barone Boys a cease and desist. Thoroughly galled, they muckrake the mayor’s unfree and unfair elections, discover the Jokers’ ultimate goal, and tee up the endgame. After sharing the details of their hectic lives, they break down Season 1, Episode 21 of Everybody Loves Raymond, because that’s what this show is about. As they go scene-by-scene through “Fascinatin’ Debra,” they learn about Desmond Howard, recall some of Debra’s PR work for the Lynbrook Turtles, and issue a new challenge for listeners and their friends. Plus, Adam is disgusted, Alex has no liquidity, and Mike tells us about a wedding he went to. Episode talk starts at 23:45. Send us your hot takes for Judge Debra, a precious Raymembrance, or etc. on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, QuillBot at postfun.info/ads!

1:26:52

S01:E20 Sep 14, 2022

1.20 Neighbors with Duane Reade

Impractical Jokers Tower is climbing higher and higher across the street from the Barone Zone, so before the deep dive into “Neighbors,” first floor tenant Duane Reade comes by to air his grievances, describe his merchandise, and drop off some supplies for the Big Prank. After that, the Barone Boys break down Season 1, Episode 20 scene by scene, read multiple IMDb pages to cover the episode’s guest cast, and make Mike answer questions about Vatican II. Plus, Adam pronounces Treme wrong, Alex reflects on being dead, and Mike reveals the shocking cause of his breakup with Murrie. Episode talk starts at 24:00. Another big shout out to those of you leaving reviews of the show! We love you! If you’ve got some stray (loose?) observations about anything Raymond, find a few minutes to send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Todoist at postfun.info/ads!

1:21:04

S01:E19 Sep 7, 2022

1.19 The Dog with Theresa Caputo, the Long Island Medium (w/ Valerie Blain)

In an extreme return to form, the Barone Boys finally notice that something hasn’t been quite right with Alex since (our) episode 1.12, and call in some supernatural help from Theresa Caputo, the Long Island Medium. After taking care of paranormal business, Theresa asks our dear friend Valerie Blain (they have the same secretary!) to return to the Barone Zone to help the hosts break down Season 1, Episode 19 of Everybody Loves Raymond. As they go scene by scene through “The Dog,” they talk quite a bit about Tonya Harding, remind Mike about Lynbrook’s Father Joe communing from half court, and put another notch on the things-cost-$2000 counter. Plus, Val steps in as our Religion Guy, Adam tells us about his own personal Patience Cleveland, Alex finally gets a chance to talk Titleist, and Mike breaks down Art Shamsky (again). Episode talk starts at 20:30. If your faith is strong enough, we encourage you to send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Animaker at postfun.info/ads!

1:30

S01:E18 Aug 31, 2022

1.18 Recovering Pessimist (w/ ELR's Steve Skrovan)

Everybody Loves Raymond writer/producer Steve Skrovan graciously talks to the Barone Boys about his time on the show and the story behind "Recovering Pessimist," as well as some stories about the writing process, working with Larry David on Seinfeld, and having athletes as guest stars. Wow! After that, the friends try to remain accessible to any new listeners by doing a thoroughly normal scene by scene breakdown of Season 1, Episode 18. Along the way, they feel sorry for Robert, feel sorry for Ray, and most of all, feel sorry for that poor girl trying to practice her dog sledding on Long Island. Finally, they wrap the episode up the only way they know how - by rating Ray's performance on the Baronmeter. Episode talk starts at 25:59, but why would you skip ahead on this one? Steve will be launching a Substack soon, where he'll share new jokes and more of his amazing stories - keep an eye on his Twitter (@skrocentral) for news about that! As for us, send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week's sponsor, Amazon Music Unlimited at getamazonmusic.com/postfun! 

1:29:32

S01:E17 Aug 24, 2022

1.17 The Game

Before breaking down Season 1, Episode 17 of Everybody Loves Raymond, the Barone Boys face some moral quandaries in a round of Scruples, realize they have no choice but to devote a BarONUS episode to a listener’s Raymembrance, and reveal the new tenant of the 48th floor of the Barone Zone. Then, they go scene by scene through “The Game,” discussing Beaches, Barnaby Jones, and the most controversial topic in ELR fandom: Gianni and the cable guy. Plus, Adam plays nearly a full minute of Jennifer Lee’s cover of “The Inchworm,” Alex wonders if Robert planned Galoshgate all along, and Mike falls victim to misinformation. No time for nonsense? Episode talk starts exactly at 24:58. We thank @FoldableHuman on Twitter for this 2019 thread of Scruples cards, we thank Ali Haddi for sending in a Raymembrance (BarONUS soon!), and we thank all of you for listening! Send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, 1Password at postfun.info/ads!

1:16:47

S01:E16 Aug 17, 2022

1.16 Diamonds

Before diving into Season 1, Episode 16 of Everybody Loves Raymond, the Barone Boys unpack Mike’s big date with “Marie,” go all in on a listener’s Raymembrance, and issue a challenge related to a podcast milestone. Then, they go scene-by-scene through “Diamonds,” and along the way, learn all about Barry Bonds, nail down the year Ray and Debra got married, and give Ray props for some great physical comedy. Plus, Adam takes the time to explain what a Raymembrance is, Alex burns Ray to the ground, and Mike plays Baker in the Mineshaft with his new flame. New convenience for all you skipaheads out there: Episode talk starts at 25:45! Want to have your name mispronounced on the show? Send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, BarkBox, at postfun.info/ads!

1:38:54

S01:E15 Aug 10, 2022

1.15 The Car (w/ Brian Rodriguez)

This week, host of High School Slumber Party and Uncle Francis’s Wine Cellar, Mets fan, and new friend Brian Rodriguez enters the Barone Zone to help the hosts break down Season 1, Episode 15 of Everybody Loves Raymond. They discuss Brian’s history with the TGIF lineup, which sitcom characters he’d like to see hook up, and watching failed pilots with a glass of Bordeaux. Then, they’re #Pumped to delve into “The Car,” covering that Bee Gees soundalike, Lisa Constantine’s powerful name, and how the ’72 Valiant made it into the Barone Zone. Plus, Brian shares our first-ever RAY SIGHTING, Adam reveals what his car is worth, Alex teases an antigravity opening, and Mike is in repose. Find Brian’s podcasts wherever you listen and follow him on Twitter (@OhMyRodriguez), and for our part, send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Animaker, at postfun.info/ads!

1:21:08

S01:E14 Aug 3, 2022

1.14 Who's Handsome?

Robert may be the most attractive Barone, but who’s the most attractive man on Long Island? Pull into Newsstand Station as the hosts flip through Long Island Magazine’s 100 Sexiest People (number 1 will shock you) before breaking down Season 1, Episode 14 of Everybody Loves Raymond. As they go scene-by-scene through “Who’s Handsome?”, they welcome Monica Horan’s first appearance as Amy, confirm that Robert is superhuman, and continue to antagonize the police. Plus, Adam recounts Valentino’s funeral, Alex empathizes with Ray’s large pores, and Mike celebrates his first Tinder match. If the spirit moves you, send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Todoist, at postfun.info/ads!

1:49:00

S01:E13 Jul 27, 2022

1.13 Debra's Sick (w/ Joseph Schneider)

Adam is away rescuing our special friend from the Lynbrook jailhouse, so Mike and Alex do their best to steer the ship, perform the theme song, and take care of business as they welcome improvisor, comedian, not-author, and dear friend Joseph Schneider into the Barone Zone to talk Season 1, Episode 13. They talk about Schneider’s working knowledge of Everybody Loves Raymond, cover his childhood love of Yes Dear, Just Shoot Me, and Hot in Cleveland, and issue a fairly suppressive disavowal. Then, they go scene-by-scene through “Debra’s Sick,” and as they do, Schneider and the Sports Guy go toe to toe on Terry Bradshaw facts, they ring in a new set, and the boys nail down their stage/pen names. Plus, Mike drops a stinger, Alex orders some Flintstones gummies, and Schneider laughs in the face of the Lynbrook police and, far more offensively, the Baronmeter. Follow Joseph Schneider on Twitter (@cheekybigfoot) and tweet at him using #AllCopsAreBarones, and as always, please send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, 1Password, at postfun.info/ads!

1:23:12

S01:E12 Jul 20, 2022

1.12 The Ball

It’s Christmas in July as the Barone Boys unwrap Season 1, Episode 12 of Everybody Loves Raymond. First, Alex gifts us a tantalizing chapter of Raymond fan fiction, prompting Mike and Adam to frantically search the Barone Zone’s butler’s pantry for something to give him in return. Then, they break down “The Ball” scene by scene as Adam explains away our continuity errors, Alex eats the mustard, and Mike loves Frasier. Some special credits: This episode features a staged reading of this, which uses sound effects from here and music from here. As always, you can send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, BarkBox, at postfun.info/ads!

1:22:28

S01:E11 Jul 13, 2022

1.11 Captain Nemo

Continuing a long legacy of athletic excellence, the Barone Boys are breaking down Season 1, Episode 11 on this, a classic guestless episode. First, a listener’s Raymembrance prompts them to watch Patricia Heaton’s appearance on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” (#SeventyNickels). Then, they go scene by scene through “Captain Nemo,” discussing Robert’s heat resistance, whether Kevin and Doug Heffernan are the same person, and Ray receiving his reward in the kingdom of sex (not heaven). Plus, Adam refuses to live, laugh, or love, Alex spies a boom, and Mike rests in prosperity. You can send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, 1Password, at postfun.info/ads!

2:16:41

S01:E10 Jul 6, 2022

1.10 Turkey or Fish (w/ Olivia Hartle)

It’s a Robert-sized episode as theatrical impresario and dear friend Olivia Hartle joins the fellas in the rebuilt Barone Zone to break down Season 1, Episode 10. First, they discuss Olivia’s life with Raymond, Roseanne, and all manner of #Women. Then, they go scene by scene through “Turkey or Fish,” listen to some tap dancing, and describe real details about Lynbrook. Plus, Olivia takes over as the Sports Guy, Adam has Christ on the brain, Alex learns why a couch full of pantsless men is not adorable, and Mike flips the bird (so to speak). Olivia would like you to look for a mutual aid organization in your area, but we are selfish, and you can send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Animaker, at postfun.info/ads!

1:49:29

S01:E09 Jun 29, 2022

1.9 Win, Lose, or Draw (w/ Keith Buxton)

This week, after a certain “piano man” puts the Barone Zone out of commission, Adam is forced to go off-site to interview musician, actor, and dear friend Keith Buxton about when, how, or if Raymond entered his life. They discuss Keith’s impressions of Season 1, Episode 9, which Barone he most identifies with, and of course, reveal their top 5 Eddie Murphy movies. After the break, the Barone Boys covertly meet at Lynbrook’s most square-jawed bar and grill, the Stallone Zone, to break down the finer points of “Win, Lose, or Draw.” Keith’s music can be found on on your preferred streaming platform, and you can follow him on Instagram as well. Send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week’s sponsor, Todoist, at postfun.info/ads!

1:39:52

S01:E08 Jun 15, 2022

1.8 In-Laws (w/ Khalonji Bulluck)

Author and dear friend Khalonji Bulluck enters the Barone Zone to help the fellas wade into the shallow end of the hellmouth that is Season 1, Episode 8 of Everybody Loves Raymond. First, Khalonji answers Question Zero, employs a puppet metaphor, and gives a tripartite review of "In-Laws." Then, as they go scene-by-scene through the episode, they discuss Robert Culp and the Columboverse, the truly unhinged studio audience, and how Debra's parents are really just nice people. Plus, Khalonji writes a better ending for the episode, Adam disdains "Stomp", Alex makes the fatal mistake of suggesting a spin-off for Robert, and Mike says his famous catchphrase. Follow Khalonji on Instagram, send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week's sponsor, BarkBox, at postfun.info/ads! 

1:51:20

S01:E07 Jun 8, 2022

1.7 Your Place or Mine? (w/ Valerie Blain)

Improviser and comedian Valerie Blain enters the #BaroneZone to help the friends break down Season 1, Episode 7, "Your Place or Mine?" They discuss Val's absolute lack of familiarity with Ray, mention January 6th only slightly more than usual, and of course, break out the Baronmeter to measure Ray against the greats. As the ethics of Cerealgate loom large over the episode, Val says both "raw dogging" and "live nut," Adam tries to remember if "Junior" is problematic, Alex spills the...salsa?...on Peter Boyle and Patricia Heaton's offscreen relationship, and Mike claims to drink milk recreationally. Send in a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week's sponsor, BarkBox, at postfun.info/ads!

1:34:58

S01:E06 Jun 1, 2022

1.6 Frank the Writer

As they prepare to break down Season 1, Episode 6 of Everybody Laves Roymond, the friends read a story from the Digest, play a chaotic round of Judge Debra, and get a masterclass in '90s basketball from The Sports Guy. Then, as they go scene by scene through "Frank the Writer", they follow the episode's lowercase b story, feel apprehensive about the smash cut to Japan, and evaluate Roy's handling of events on the Baronmeter. Plus, Adam is genuinely moved, Alex betrays his morals, and Mike's future on the podcast hangs in the balance. Send a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to us on Instagram, on Facebook, on Reddit, or to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week's sponsor, 1Password, at postfun.info/ads!

1:42:48

S01:E05 May 25, 2022

1.5 Look Don't Touch (w/ Alexa Madison)

The hosts welcome their first ever guest as music industry mover-and-shaker Alexa Madison enters the #BaroneZone to share a couple of jaw-dropping Raymembrances and discuss Season 1, Episode 5, "Look Don't Touch." Together, they listen to Pete Holmes's "Romano Sings" sketches, guess the plot of the 2006 Ray Romano/Kevin James movie "Grilled," and put forward a theory about Leo's death. Plus, Alexa points out Ray's tomato-based diet and Nemo's immovable breadsticks, everyone ignores Adam's reference to the 2017 documentary "The Gospel According to André," Mike explains who George Steinbrenner is, and Alex soft-launches his art criticism segment, Shades of Ray. Follow Alexa on Instagram (@themerchbooth and @lonelytownlive), send a hot take for Judge Debra or a precious Raymembrance to raymond@postfun.info, and check out this week's sponsor, Castos, at postfun.info/ads!

1:27:37

S01:E04 May 18, 2022

1.4 Standard Deviation

The Barone Boys discuss IQ tests, go on record as the only Everybody Loves Raymond podcast to disavow eugenics, and introduce their new segment, Judge Debra. Then, they break down Season 1, Episode 4 scene by scene, and in doing so, pitch a Young Marie spinoff, get to the bottom of Bernie.com, and design some new merch inspired by Frank's sweatshirt. Plus, Adam imparts a shampoo tip, Alex gives some marriage advice, and Mike's future on the podcast hangs in the balance. Send a hot take about the show for Judge Debra or a clip/article/oil painting of Ray for Raymembrances to raymond@postfun.info! Visit postfun.info/ads to check out this week's sponsor, Fiverr.

1:53:20

S01:E03 May 11, 2022

1.3 I Wish I Were Gus

A man is dead. In this episode, the hosts infiltrate an obsessive ELR fan group, make plans to perform an episode of Raymond at Carnegie Hall, and jealously guard their intellectual property. Then, they marvel at the Barones' disregard for human life as they break down Season 1, Episode 3 scene by scene and evaluate Ray on the Baronmeter, now factoring in his performance as a son. Plus, Adam describes a working actor's headshots, Alex reveals his Raymond impression, and as they face their horniest episode yet, Mike tries to find love on r/EverybodyLovesRaymond. raymond@postfun.org / BarONUS zONUS / store / Instagram / Facebook / Threads

1:48:45

S01:E02 May 4, 2022

1.2 I Love You

Sporty, Sassy, and Spicy Barone officially go to series with a deep dive on Season 1, Episode 2 of Everybody Loves Raymond, all about those 7 little words everybody wants to hear. They discuss Robert hulking out in the shower, lose themselves in Ray's psychological trauma, and survey the landscape of other Raymond podcasts. Plus, The Sports Guy explains who Tommy Lasorda is, an establishing shot is thoroughly investigated, and as always, Ray's performance as a husband and father is quantified on the Baronmeter. raymond@postfun.org / BarONUS zONUS / store / Instagram / Facebook / Threads

2:16:31

S01:E01 Apr 24, 2022

1.1 Pilot

In this too-long premiere episode, the hosts discuss their motivation for doing the podcast, when Raymond revealed himself to each of them, and how Everybody Loves Raymond came to be. Plus, they define the word "syndication" and practice full transparency. After an hour of that, they break the pilot down scene by scene and evaluate Ray's performance as a husband and father. raymond@postfun.org / BarONUS zONUS / store / Instagram / Facebook / Threads