#558 - FRANK FIRES JOE!! + New Tour Dates
In a chaotic and hilarious episode of *The Basement Yard*, the hosts Frank and Joe dive into a surreal mock trial where Joe is fired for eating three hot dogs on the job at a baseball stadium — a storyline that spirals into a biting satire of corporate overreach, employee rights, and absurd workplace culture. The episode blends improv, absurdity, and sharp commentary, culminating in a fictional legal showdown where Joe records his boss’s rant and uses it as evidence, only to be outmaneuvered by the company’s legal loopholes. Amid the chaos, the hosts announce a major return to live touring, unveiling a full slate of 2026 shows from Durham to Vancouver, with a brand-new, interactive show format designed to be more fun and unpredictable than ever. The episode closes with a heartfelt thank-you to fans, underscoring how the audience’s support transformed their podcast into a legitimate touring act.
Joe is fired for eating three hot dogs on the job, sparking a fictional legal battle over employee rights and corporate overreach.
The hosts are returning to live touring with 20+ shows across 2026, starting in Durham, NC, and ending in Houston, TX.
The new live show will be interactive, brand new, and more fun than previous tours, with audience participation and surprise elements.
Pre-sale tickets for the tour start Wednesday, June 17th at noon Eastern, with code 'BASEMENT' at TheBasementYard.com.
The tour includes stops in Buffalo, Vancouver, and Chicago, with special shows in Newark and Red Bank, NJ.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Opening Chaos: Titties, Champagne, and Mardi Gras
The episode kicks off with a surreal, rapid-fire exchange about flashing, champagne celebrations, and the absurdity of celebrating wins that aren’t truly earned, setting the tone for the episode’s chaotic energy.
The Hot Dog Trial: Joe vs. The Ballpark
“You're fired. Inadmissible in court. But the papers will hear about it. And you will be fired. The papers. You think I'm real worried about the fucking New York Times hearing about Joe Sanagato got fired for eating a hot dog on the fucking job?”
The Return of the Tour: A New Show, New Cities
“We're going back on the road. Really hope to see you guys out there. We're super excited.”
The Brand New Show: Interactive, Unpredictable, Fun
“It's going to be a brand new show. We're a lot more comfortable doing it. So it's going to be a lot more fun and we just want this round to be super interactive and just like a fucking great time.”
Pre-Sale Details: Code BASEMENT, June 17th at Noon
Clear instructions are given for the pre-sale: Wednesday, June 17th at 12 p.m. Eastern, code 'BASEMENT' at TheBasementYard.com.
“You're fired. Inadmissible in court. But the papers will hear about it. And you will be fired. The papers. You think I'm real worried about the fucking New York Times hearing about Joe Sanagato got fired for eating a hot dog on the fucking job?”
“We have obviously now two years of experience of being on stage. We're a lot more comfortable doing it. So it's going to be a lot more fun and we just want this round to be super interactive and just like a fucking great time.”
“I'm not going to lie. Okay, I want that too. I'm not going to lie about that. I feel like it would definitely fuck up your teeth but I would do it.”
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