Le Batard & Friends - Mystery Crate

The crew starts by unpacking Apple TV’s PLUR1BUS and asking the only question that really matters: are the spiney trees real? From there, they argue that people are doing Christmas gifts all wrong by telling their families exactly what they want, before getting nostalgic about why celebrating New Year’s Eve just doesn’t hit the same anymore. The episode wraps with a timeless household debate — is it better to use the dishwasher or wash dishes by hand? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew kicks things off with Chris Cote trying to get out the door to head to Fort Myers for an important family movie screening. From there, they dive into the world of social media and why certain trends have become downright terrible content. They also break down the conclusion of Tim Robinson’s "The Chair Company," debating what it all means. Finally, the crew reflects on what the future may hold for Mystery Crate — new ideas, new energy, and possibly fewer terrible trends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The studio is in crisis after Jeremy microwaved his brussel sprouts — though, to be fair, it wasn’t entirely his fault. From there, everyone nominates what they believe is the best possible nights of the year. The crew then dives into their thoughts on "Wicked: For Good" before closing things out by revealing the most embarrassing (and impressive) parts of their 2025 Spotify Wrapped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew can’t contain their excitement for the upcoming final season of Stranger Things, talking fan theories, predictions, and goodbyes for their favorite characters. But after all the Upside Down talk, the craters dive into the first ever draft of what they’re most thankful for and pie draft. Finally, Tony imposes a strict Mystery Crate ban on a mystery Meadowlark Media employee. Happy Thanksgiving! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tensions are high as the crew revisits who’s brave enough to say they don’t want turkey this year for Thanksgiving. Chris Cote introduces his new dog, Samantha Bennett. Then it’s a spirited argument about when it’s actually acceptable to put up Christmas decorations, followed by a Jess sharing a realization that the U.S. government still hasn’t figured out how to phase out the penny. Finally, being a weather person may be really hard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices