This is it, our farewell episode! And it’s our biggest episode to date, with tons of guests and callers, including some surprise guests! This show has been an immense pleasure to create over the years, but like all good things, it must come to an end. This has been an amazing experience that has let me meet hundreds of fascinating people from all walks of life, from rocket scientists to professional wrestlers, I have deep gratitude for everyone involved. My sincere thanks to everyone involved, and if I forget any names, it’s not intentional. Thank you to my long-time friends and co-hosts, Ron Babcock and Rucka Rucka Ali. Ron has been an incredible friend over the years and has genuinely improved my life in countless non-trivial ways. I can’t thank Ron enough for his support on and off the podcast, his good character, candor, jokes, empathy and deodorant. My sincere thanks to Ron for being a great co-host and a great friend. And speaking of great friends and co-hosts, thank you to Rucka Rucka Ali, who makes it back for this final episode. Rucka is a powerhouse of reason, principal and intellect, as well as a genuinely good person. Rucka has also improved my life in significant, non-trivial ways, from encouraging me to work harder, to challenging my world views. He’s supported me on and off the air and I couldn’t be more grateful for his friendship and ball-busting. Rucka rides hard because he cares and I’m proud to call him my friend. I couldn’t have asked for two better people to work with. Thank you to Mikey Bolts, audio engineer and all-around good guy! I love Mikey and so do you. I’m humbled by his talent. And speaking of talent, thank you to Taylor Nikolai, whose presence and friendship has been genuinely enriching in my life. Taylor is just an incredibly kind, sincere and forthright person who has also improved my life in countless ways. Thank you to Dreadmere, Kirk Wilcox, Zack Waldman, Therapist Kelli, Bradley Laborman, Robert Benfer, Christina Hepburn, Jesse PS, Lord Matthew, Mike D, Michael Capes, John Morrison, Jon Schnepp, Smart Mark, Sean Jacobson, Jesse Bias, and so many more. Thank you to all our listeners and guests over the years. Everyone who took time to call in and leave voicemail, send us gifts or comments on our website or Facebook. Thanks for telling your friends and family to check out the show. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock’s (http://twitter.com/ronbabcock) final tip this week is to keep a $20 in your car at all times, and I couldn’t agree more. Also quick update: the deodorant works! I texted Ron the morning this episode came out to tell him that I would 100% use this exclusively if I had an applicator. It’s worth trying! If you want to support this network, check out my Amazon page here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/maddox Also thanks to everyone who checked out F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI Also if you’ve been waiting to leave us voicemail for this podcast, tough shit! It’s too late. But you can still leave a voicemail for our Godzilla Podcast (https://madcastmedia.com/shows/gvpz/) and keep in touch with the fans by joining the Facebook group: Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY (https://www.facebook.com/groups/581435802211090/?ref=bookmarks) (or message me on Facebook). Thank you all for a wonderful 3 years. But most of all… You’re welcome. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 18:05. What’s the goofiest, dumbass regional food? Photographer and writer Igor joins Kirk Wilcox, Ron and I for the debate. Ron brings in a sleeper hit from the mid-west: the Juicy Lucy. Part diarrhea, part second base, it’s a sandwich that will impress nobody. Igor’s pick is an all-time Philly classic: the cheesesteak sandwich. Though I’d go a step further and say that the cheese isn’t the worst part of the meal, it’s the mediocrity. Kirk goes hard on Chinese food and Gyros and I bring in a shitty Utah condiment: “fry sauce,” which isn’t a thing. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu&v=xzC_mCYTI2c Ron Babcock’s tip this week is fulfilling the promise of last week’s tip: make your own deodorant! Ron made me some that doesn’t have shards of broken glass in it this time. The verdict? Tune in next week to find out. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI Also if you’ve been waiting to leave us voicemail, you might want to send it in quick because this is our second-to-last episode! Big announcement on this week’s show. If you want to leave a voicemail from another country, join the Facebook group: Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY (or message me on Facebook). You’re welcome.

Debate starts at: 3:54. Are fans too entitled? TJ Peters joins Kirk Wilcox for the debate this week. With the conclusion of Game of Thrones and the uproar over the new Sonic design, it begs the question: are fans too entitled? How much can we expect our creators to cater to our demands? The answer is ZERO. But some people on this show don’t agree, and those people have names that don’t start with ’M' and end in ‘addox.’ Plus I inadvertently unveil my new Daddox shirt, and we go down the bizarre world of Space Jam mashups at the tail end of this episode. Plus tons of voicemail shitting on us this week (number is: 1-562-584-7853 if you want to call in). Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu&v=39qL1xgpkNU Ron Babcock’s tip this week: carry a stamp around. I won’t, but if you’ve done this, have you found it useful? And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We got a voicemail from Germany this week shitting on my scientific acumen. Tune in to hear how wrong he is. For international callers, join the Facebook group: Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY (or message me on Facebook). You’re welcome. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 6:31. Is universal basic income for pinko commie dipshits? First-time guest Brad joins Kirk Wilcox, Ron and I for the debate about “Universal Basic Income” (UBI). The theory is that as technology progresses and replaces traditional jobs for humans (self-checkout cashiers, automated fast food cooks, kiosks, etc), unemployment would go up and traditional jobs would become obsolete. So some politicians have proposed a basic income level that every citizen would get every month. Beyond your UBI, you’d be able to work, but your income would be taxed at 50%. Good idea? Bad idea? Kirk had an interesting idea: pass UBI but eliminate all other government programs (universal healthcare, etc). Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu&v=39qL1xgpkNU Ron Babcock’s tip this week: make your own deodorant! Ron made me some, but it was conspicuously laced with broken glass. Nothing stops the sweat like scar tissue! And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We got more international voicemail this week, and a caller callout for the first time in a while. If you want to send voicemail from another country, join the Facebook group: Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY (or message me on Facebook). You’re welcome. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 5:03. What’s the corniest, dipshit wish? Bradley Laborman joins us for the debate this week. Ron and Bradley team up in a tag-team duo that I describe as “simple.” These guys shit all over me for wanting to be immortal just because I might end up like some weird bisexual vampire, as one does when they become immortal. Plus I simmer down the problem with waffles to its essence: 10% of the bites have 90% of the butter. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock’s tip this week is: use lemon instead of salt, you idiots. Stop grabbing for the salt shaker every time your food arrives at the table. Just calm down. Leave a comment or voicemail about the tips if you try them (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: https://www.facebook.com/groups/581435802211090/?ref=bookmarks We got a shit-ton of voicemail this week, all the way from Australia and Greece. If you can’t make international calls, join Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY and leave a voicemail in the group (or message on Facebook). The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 7:07. What’s the most garbage breakfast food? Our own Captain Dirk joins Kirk Wilcox for the debate this week about the stupid shit we shovel in our mouths the first thing in the morning. Ron has a problem with cold lumps in his mouth, and while I didn’t get a chance to offer some warm lumps for him on the air, the offer still stands. Dirk is an amazing talent from Madcast Media who does the Super Arrogant Bros podcast. It’s rare to hear a podcast of such high caliber, especially anything gaming related. Give it a listen. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/YnyR9YB9gO8?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock has a great tip for people who want to dispatch of bugs individually in their apartment: a vacuum cleaner. I have to admit, it makes you feel like a badass. Leave a comment or voicemail about the tips if you try them (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI No news this week to keep the episode tight, but more coming soon. Leave a voicemail below. If you’re international, you can send a clip on Facebook. Join Maddox University: For Geniuses and Babes who are Geniuses ONLY. (https://www.facebook.com/groups/581435802211090/?ref=bookmarks) Thumbnail credit (https://imgur.com/gallery/EyCFN/comment/390989946) The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 10:05. Are college bribes super cool? The incredible writer, voiceover artist, actor and Godzilla afficianado Haley Mancini join Kirk Wilcox this week for the debate: are college bribes cool or what? We discuss the recent college admissions scandal in which a bunch of hot-shit celebrities and CEOs were busted putting their busted children through college with a little thing called “bribes.” We all agree it’s unethical, but is it super cool? Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock has a big ol' tip for your maw this week. In fact, it’s so big, it’s a 3-parter… that’s right, the first ever tri-tip! Open up fools, ‘cause mama bird has a big one for you. Leave a comment or voicemail about the tips if you try them (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about pale people and my theory on how they can die less: eat a steak and take a walk around the block. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 17:00. What’s the shittiest fast food? Rod Kim and Vince Cirino of RKVC join us for the round-table debate this week. They’re badass music producers, singers and songwriters. We got right into the debate this week and avoided some of the obvious picks like McDonald’s and focused on others like Taco Bell because it sucks shit. How much flourescent crap do they need to cram in their menus? It’s a food establishment, not a rave. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock has a Craigslist tip that could apply to dating: sort by freshness! Leave a comment or voicemail (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with another cornball city electing a goat for mayor. The last goat I encountered was in a masala. It was good and I feel good about it. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 24:47. What’s the most bullshit-ass hobby for your bullshit-ass life? TJ Peters and Dreadmere join us for the debate this week. We discuss which bullshit-ass hobbies are the worst and quickly come to a consensus that they’re ones where you want to be seen doing them. I also talk about almost drowning in my first-ever water park in Orlando. And a summary of my Playlist Live trip. Plus we read some of your haikus from last week, Facebook comments and a shit-ton of voicemail. Packed episode, we couldn’t even get to the news. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock has a tip that’ll leave you swole. You, not me, as I’m already the most swole a man can get. Or a woman can get for that matter. Got tips? Leave a comment or voicemail (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI No news this week, but we had a top-heavy show about near-death in a water park, so it’s a wash. More next week. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 20:45. What is the “perfect” movie? Storyboard artist and director J Todd Anderson joins us for the debate this week. J Todd is the storyboard artist for “The Big Lebowski, No Country For Old Men,” and every other Coen Brothers movie since “Raising Arizona.” He’s a treasure-trove of movie knowledge and he’s giving away a copy of his new book, The Big Lebowski: The Official Storyboards! Just leave a haiku in the comments below, or on the Madcast Media Facebook page, or on my Maddox page. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/tR1qmif9IPs?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock has a tip this week that makes your mouth fresher. Good luck! My mouth is as fresh as it gets 100% of the time, even after I eat garlic and box, which is always. Tonge scrapers?! I think my brush does a good enough job. What do you think? Leave a comment or voicemail (1-562-584-7853). And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI And finally we round out this episode with a story about AI fastfood workers. The long march towards turning fastfood into a vending machine is happening. Congrats, idiots! The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Recently Gillette released an ad that stirred controversy because of its social message. Some people loved it, while others felt like it was outside the scope of the company’s mission. So the debate this week is: ARE COMPANIES SELLING US RAZORS OR GILLECTURES? Debate starts at: 7:45. Should companies sell us razors or Gillectures? TJ Peters joins us this week for a hearty debate that goes beyond the dipshit talking points you’ve already heard. Plus for some reason everyone in the studio roasts me this week, and we have the triumphant return of Mikey Bolts. And a special visit from President Trump. Great new episode! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 And here’s the Gillette ad we talked about this episode in case you haven’t seen it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_HL0wiK4Zc Ron Babcock gets called out for his Babcock Tip last week, because it sounds a lot like a resolution without the word “resolution.” And another caller finds great value in Ron’s financial series. Plus a new tip: bitters + soda. I actually tried it! I’ll give my verdict next week. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about a brain-eating great tit, a hot dog and space billboards. We may be lectured from space in the future. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Recently Gillette released an ad that stirred controversy because of its social message. Some people loved it, while others felt like it was outside the scope of the company’s mission. So the debate this week is: ARE COMPANIES SELLING US RAZORS OR GILLECTURES? Debate starts at: 7:45. Should companies sell us razors or Gillectures? TJ Peters joins us this week for a hearty debate that goes beyond the dipshit talking points you’ve already heard. Plus for some reason everyone in the studio roasts me this week, and we have the triumphant return of Mikey Bolts. And a special visit from President Trump. Great new episode! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel And here’s the Gillette ad we talked about this episode in case you haven’t seen it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_HL0wiK4Zc Ron Babcock gets called out for his Babcock Tip last week, because it sounds a lot like a resolution without the word “resolution.” And another caller finds great value in Ron’s financial series. Plus a new tip: bitters + soda. I actually tried it! I’ll give my verdict next week. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about a brain-eating great tit, a hot dog and space billboards. We may be lectured from space in the future. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 4:09. We continue the annual tradition of predictions for the new year. Kirk Wilcox and Dreadmere join us with their predictions: the fall of Facebook and the rise of a new social media network, respectively. Ron predicts that bugs will be a part of mainstream cuisine and I predict that everyone will finally be tired of Star Wars. Plus a recap of last year’s predictions to see who was right. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/7-RIwRBdMbM?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Ron Babcock gives us a Babcock tip that’s way better than whatever your stupid New Year’s resolution is: a word. That word should guide your goal for the year. Unless that word is “resolutions.” Here’s that horse-healing ointment that I mentioned on the show. This is what my dad uses to heal cuts, wounds, etc. Smells like ass, but it works: https://www.amazon.com/Manna-Pro-Corona-Ointment-jar/dp/B000HHO7VE/ref=as_sl_pc_as_ss_li_til?tag=bsitu-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=a1e3223d2aa4dcb89b5a95c841e3f3c4&creativeASIN=B000HHO7VE And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with a story about a guy who got trapped in a Burger King bathroom and expects free burgers for life, plus if you think you’re allergic to foods, you might just be an idiot. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Are people you buy gifts for ungrateful douchebags? Lesley Tsina, Christina Hepburn

Debate starts at: 8:30. Is the Internet becoming more full of dipshits? We’re joined by Chad Kultgen this week in another excellent debate. We also learn that I’m a mega-mind, though long-time listeners of this show already know that. I’ll have updates on the new podcast launch in the new year, but until then, put some of this wit and wisdom from this week’s episode into your ear holes. I make the case that the barrier of entry has been lowered so much that it has made it possible for total morons to spout off on the Internet. What do you think? Do you disagree or are you correct? Vote! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock brought gave us part four of his financial tip series, which is pretty excellent, but I had to veto it due to an unsolicited library plug. Plus we get an update on Ron’s spatchcocked turkey. I saw pictures of it and it looked pretty incredible. I still stand by my snarkiness. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with stories a teacher who told her kids that Santa doesn’t exist. Good. I also recount the story of the first time I was ever censored in second grade (related to exposing the lie of Santa). Plus China is catching marathon cheaters with their big brother camera system, and some lady is turning right-wingers into pinkos with her vagina. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

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Debate starts at: 6:05. How can we fix our political system? Kirk Wilcox joins us to debate this week. How do we fix everyone’s shitty political system? We all have theories this week, and mine are the best like usual. I love myself. I wish I could clone myself, run for president, then vote for me and replace all the citizens with more clones of me. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to our sponsor, Eliquid.com! Madcast Media Network listeners get 20% off their first order with promo code “MADCAST:” https://www.eliquid.com/madcast Ron Squatcock got his name permanently changed last week because the votes on this podcast are always binding. Plus we get part two of Ron’s financial tips, which are shaping up to be really solid. And I have mixed reviews of his wool balls tip from a few weeks ago. Are my balls oily enough? Only time will smell. And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with some stories about some idiot who saves another idiot (a whale), a lady who robs a convenience store wearing a dog mask, and the sequel to Area 51: Area 52. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 15:24. Is social media making us depressed? Singer & song-writer Camila Paiva and Dreadmere joins us to debate this week. When was the last time you felt better about yourself after using social media? Other than when you check my Facebook page which is full of cheer and joy, does monitoring posts for validation like a hawk make your life better or worse? That’s the debate this week, and it quickly devolves into an is/ought argument, which is satisfying to listen to just like every time I open my mouth. Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://youtu.be/eoXpRhfPjic?list=PLf-OiH3ea1_CE0fjmDw3njnqjo2LTl8bu Special thanks to our sponsor, Butcher Box! Madcast Media Network listeners get free bacon plus $20 off their first box with promo code “MADCAST:” Check out that incredible sirloin I cooked in the lower-right corner: https://www.butcherbox.com/madcast Ron Babcock redeems himself after the tip from last week, which deprived me of a dollar. This week it’s all about personal finance, and I ended up giving Ron a new tip myself: a new name. Namely, Ron Squatcock. What do you think? And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We round out the episode with some voicemail calling me out for some bullshit like usual, and news about a nudist surfer who punched a shark. I’ll be honest with my listeners–I popped a semi reading this story. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 5:34. Is it possible to be authentic on the Internet? Blaire White joins us to debate this week on the debate. Underlying all drama, clickbait and outrage on the Internet (and cable news) for that matter, is the profit motive. There’s no incentive to write reasonable headlines, promote moderate points of views and create content that is fair to the subject. Instead, people tend to go for the most base content because it gets clicks and it’s easy to make. That’s a brilliant thesis. You’re welcome. Plus: big announcement about a new show! Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Special thanks to our sponsor, Eliquid.com! Madcast Media Network listeners get 20% off their first order with promo code “MADCAST:” https://www.eliquid.com/madcast Ron Babcock brings in a new tip this week: libraries. But specifically, using them in a way that makes video rental stores, audible and book stores obsolete. Hey, worked for book stores Ron! I call bullshit for the first time on a Babcock Tip. Make your voice heard: vote! And here’s my newest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We finally round out this episode with some stories about a girl who made a list of 22 rules for her boyfriend, an exit-interview for your exes, and a dipshit kid in Utah who shredded $1,060 cash that his parents were saving. Plus more voicemail. Speaking of, the number is below: The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).

Debate starts at: 8:20. Who’s the best standup comedian? Robert Benfer and Nik Oldershaw join us for the debate this week as we discuss who the best standup comic is of all time. Honorable mentions are Ricky Gervais, Dave Chappelle and Diceman. Just kidding. Maybe I should nominate myself for that joke? Watch the video version here at Madcast Media Network YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMUFeIZ1l9uRJ4bIXuAKDg?sub_confirmation=1 Ron Babcock’s tip this week is this: bleed. I guess it costs you nothing, except your vitality. Let us know in the comments if you bled this week. And here’s my latest book, F*ck Whales: Petty essays from a brilliant mind: http://amzn.to/2CdkfSI We round out the episode with a story about a guy who saw a ghost, a shitty “viral” casket meme and movie predictions that were written by someone who’s never seen movies or been to Earth. Great new episode. The voicemail number is: 1-562-58-I-RULE (1-562-584-7853).