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An Unofficial Retrospective Part 3

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Make sure you watch episode 100 live! This Saturday at 8pm on YouTube.

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An Unofficial Retrospective Part 2

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

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An Unofficial Retrospective Part 1

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

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The Day After

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

It's the day after Christmas and the guys sit down for the last episode of the year!

Sorry Susan (00:2:48)

Christmas recaps (00:07:02)

Jordan's (00:08:37)

Talking Snack (00:17:38)

Anthony's Little Smokies (00:19:35)

Ben's Bites (00:23:58)

Baseball Stuff! (00:41:12)

Entertainment Side of Things

Ben watches The Night Before (00:45:14)

You wanna hear a crazy story? (00:48:57)

FTX (00:58:14)

Buy or Bide (01:07:12)

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Merry CHRISmas Part 2

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys celebrate Christmas with Chris! Everybody's favorite Jukester is back to talk about the important things around the holidays. Food, Family, and Fighting the Hangover!

Christmas Spirit (00:06:30)

Who sacrificed more? Jesus or Santa (00:12:48)

Talking Snack (00:19:14)

Basketball on Christmas (00:42:57)

Entertainment Side of Things (00:48:12)

World Cup (00:49:47)

Chris's Christmas Movie List (01:03:22)

Ben makes a promise (01:15:31)

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Steve Ciccone — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

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Ye or Nay

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about:

Baseball STUFF!!! (00:05:27)

Dueling leaf blowers interrupt the show

HBD to MO! (00:13:28)

Anthony shouts out James for the JBUGS steak delivery (00:16:10)

Kids on the subway (00:20:27)

Santacon PSA (00:27:32)

Yeezus... (00:39:58)

Anthony the protector (00:50:24)

Entertainment Side of Things (00:59:28)

GOTG Vol. 3 trailer

Mario trailer

Ben is through season 2 of Succession (01:08:48)

Violent Night (01:13:50)

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One and a Half Men

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are down a man. Steve and Ben talk about:

Steve's MRI results (00:04:58)

Aya has a change of heart on the Thanksgiving spread

Zach's email (00:15:47)

Talking Snack (00:20:15)

Mashed Potatoes vs French Fries

Brussel Sprouts

Nutty Buddy Cereal

Little Debbie's

Entertainment Side of Things (00:56:29)

Ben starts Succession

SHAQ docuseries on HBO Max

Black Adam (01:00:24)

A Christmas Story Christmas (01:05:44)

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Aya Hates Thanksgiving

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are joined by the first lady of reservations, Ligayaeats!

Macy's Day Parade (00:07:24)

Aya's Bachelorette Party (00:12:52)

Long Island Farm Brewery and chopping down your own Christmas tree (00:18:10)

Christmas starts after Thanksgiving dinner

Anthony hates turkey (00:20:26)

Talking Snack (00:27:37)

Capriotti's Hot Bobbie Thanksgiving sandwich

Anthony present The History of Lobster (00:31:49)

Aya tells us how she really feels about Turkey Day sides (00:34:25)

Turkey Day Desserts: Which Pie Takes The Cake? (00:49:41)

Entertainment Side of Things (01:05:25)

Holiday movies to watch after dinner:

Spirited on AppleTv+

A Christmas Story Christmas on HBO Max

Steve gives his grade on the first half of Bullet Train (01:07:16)

Steve reviews Pepsi, Where's My Jet on Netflix (01:08:47)

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Verified

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about:

Steve's back failing him (00:02:53)

R.I.P. Kevin Conroy (00:14:04)

Twitter Verification Sale (00:19:11)

Reddit will outlive us all (00:31:42)

Anthony's Dad Stories (00:44:45)

Talking Snack (00:56:29)

Miznon
A gross of oysters (01:02:33)
Watermelons with creamy bottoms (01:05:31)

Entertainment Side of Things (01:08:47)

Barbarian
Pearl (01:14:41)
Dave Chappelle on SNL (01:23:30)

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George DeHaven

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys have a special guest! Please welcome, George DeHaven! We talk about all the stories of being a band before the social media boom. From backyard shows to jamming in the Morning View Mansion. Best and worst shows and a tour bus named Mona. This week's Talking Snack features Steve's Birthday dinner at Osteria Umbra and the over-the-top waiter (00:42:00). On the Entertainment side of things the guys talk about the real reason Henry Cavill left The Witcher, Call of Duty, and Anthony's guilty pleasure, Love is Blind (01:13:31). Steve tries to not spoil Barbarian (01:41:47).

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Halloweenie

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are dressed up for zoom! Steve raves about Ti West's horror trilogy, Anthony celebrates Christmas in October, and Ben goes all out for Talking Snack.

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Double Lunch

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys celebrate the birth of Anthony's baby girl, Evelina! Final thoughts on the Yankees and the promise to end Baseball talks until next year. NYFRANK sends an email (00:15:55). Talking Snack features Anthony's steak dinner at Peter Luger's First Presbyterian Hospital, a special Double Lunch shout out, and Costco Glizzy's (00:21:47). After the power comes back the guys talk about the McRib coming back and some creepy crawly ice scream from Salt and Straw. On the Entertainment side of things, the guys talk about the House of The Dragon Finale (01:07:30).

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Happy Honda Days

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are back on American soil. They talk about their dream-like drive home from Canada, and Steve has an SMS message for AT&T (data rates may apply). Grocery store nightmares and when cashiers try to do too much (00:19:45). Let's all go to SPOOKY WALK! Steve tries to guess who Ben is rooting for in this years Fall Classic. Anthony's Happy Honda Day becomes and event (00:55:48). On the Entertainment side of things the guys talk about Abbot Elementary, Halloween Ends, and scary movies aren't scary when you get older, but jump scares still get the job done. Closing thoughts... Candy Corn: Friend or Foe?

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O Canada

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are coming to you from Montréal! Relive Ben's bachelor party weekend as they discuss all the Talking Snack worthy food, and all their favorite moments of the trip. Special guests include the best dressed cousin north of the Mason-Dixon line, and one half of the Going Grey Podcast, Cousin Robbie! The Million Mile Marathoner himself, and runner up in the best dressed award, Brother Phil!

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Adult "Happy" Meals

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys grieve over the New York Mets getting swept by the Atlanta Braves. Ben lets it all out. Talking Snack features the debut of the Adult Happy Meal from McDonald’s X Cactus Plant Flea Market and the disappointment of not getting a toy in any of them (00:17:38). Ben does some serious McMath on some nuggets pricing. Apparently TikTok didn’t have to teach Anthony anything. What movies scared you as a kid, but as an adult are laughable? Chucky, Home Alone 2, and RoboCop. Ant loves bacon and Italians love drying meats. Steve reviews Greatest Beer Run Ever and someone in the group reveals their secret crush on the Sanderson Sisters.

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You've Got Mails

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys read all your emails! Tom brings up the legendary cover Taylor Hawkins' son played with his late fathers band. Mo pleads his case for making an appearance on the pod. Katie touches base. Cousin Seanimal and wife, Danimal chime in about flight delays spoken into existence and the amount of time it takes to make a baby. Steve and Ben try to guess the mystery snack sent in by Chrissy Kind Regards. We get another NYFRANK sports minute that sparks the conversation of what you'd ask for if you caught Aaron Judge's 61st Home Run ball.

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Pumpkin Spice Paqui

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about Steve and Ben's golf outing with cousin Robbie. Thankfully Ben is a way better podcast host than he is a golfer. Cousin Seanimal writes in with some concerns over Anthony and Steve's garbage takes lately and sets the record straight on what he believes are the best cover songs of all time. Eric "The Jerk" Clapton and George "Everyones Favorite Beatle" Harrison pull off a successful wife swap. We get a NYFRANK Sports Minute and that sparks the MVP conversation with Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani (00:20:30). Anthony surprises the guys with 2022's Paqui One Chip Challenge in this week's Talking Snack (00:35:23). Ben and Aya check out the pizza and calzones at the Brooklyn staple, Lucali and head south of the border for Michelin star mexican cuisine at Oxomoco (00:51:05). Ben gets his wings! Steve's mustache is here to stay and Ben and Anthony review their facial hair choices through the years (01:02:10). Chef A-Bone whips up some homemade pretzels and Ben's family cookies make their rounds outside of the family. On the entertainment side of things, Severance wins two Emmys in categories that have nothing to do with the actual show.

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End of an Era

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys get an email from Andrew the Legend! He calls out Steve and Ben for not dressing down Anthony's Ritz peanut butter cracker sammy vs Girl Scouts Do-Si-Dos take. Spoilers: Anthony still defends his statement. Steve admits he enjoys water with cookies more than milk. Part two of Andrew's email sends the guys down memory lane with 90's and 00's music videos. How many Britney Spears videos can the gang confuse? Does Ben look like Creed? This week's Talking Snack features 4 Charles Prime Rib in the Village, and Chef A-Bone is pounding out Schnitzel in his home kitchen (00:34:16). MLB highlights key changes to the game coming next season and the guys share their thoughts on pitch clocks, shifts, and bigger bases (00:56:19). Will potential robo umps end the perfect game? Football season is upon us and Anthony's fantasy football team comes out with the W in week 1.

R.I.P. Queen Elizabeth

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The House That D Built

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Steve tells the guys about his night of comedy with the New York Mets. NYFRANK writes in with a few restaurant recommendations, and a little conspiracy theory Subway World Series prediction. Some big announcements on the entertainment side of things as well as a recap of House of the Dragon so far.

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Rahmein Mostafavi

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about stand-up comedy with Rahmein Mostafavi!

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Talking Dead

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Ben contacts Steve and Anthony on the other side. The guys get an in-depth email from Aya with all the best places to eat in NYC. Talking Snack features a new Girl Scout Cookie named the Raspberry Rally, Dunkin’ Donuts teams up with goldfish for a fall flavor mashup, and DoorDash tips are getting too high! On the entertainment side of things, Disney+ is raising their prices, Cobra Kai season 5 trailer dropped, and a full review of the series finale of Better Call Saul.

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Dungeons & Dragons

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys bring back a fan favorite segment. Anthony explains how to play Dungeons & Dragons, and the series finale of Better Call Saul.

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Yeah Jeets

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys pay tribute to the late Vin Scully. Thank you for everything you gave to the game of Baseball. Steve gets a terrible haircut, but makes up for it on the mulligan cut. We’ve got mail! Steve’s roommate writes in to vent about surveys and the size of CVS receipts. Brant asks the guys which NYC restaurants you have to go to when visiting the big Apple. Anthony breaks down his bachelor party weekend for brother Nick. Ben Let’s us know how he feels about the Atlanta Braves after getting spanked by the Mets. Steve tries to convince him to watch The Captain and they dive deep into the beef between Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez.

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Survey Says

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about Steve’s random text that turned into a visit to Volkswagen. Ben gets candid about candid. NYFRANK graces the inbox this week commenting on Steve and Anthony’s inability to not spoil movies in their game of Scene it? last week. Monkeypox ain’t nothing to fuck with, but Fat Boils is a band we’d go see. It turns out that tasting the rainbow is bad for your health. Skittle lawsuit happening over known toxin Titanium Dioxide being used in the candy. On the entertainment side of things the guys talk about the Hulu original series, The Bear (00:21:51). How many seasons is too many? The Walking Dead keeps going and going… Better Call Saul so far. Ben gives his thoughts on the Battle of the Blockbusters set up from last weeks episode (00:36:17). Jurassic Park vs. Ghostbusters - Which one did he like better?! Closing thoughts on MLB’s trade deadline and the Subway Series.

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Scene it?

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about Vince McMahon’s legal troubles and recent “resignation” from WWE. Steve knows what Victoria Secret is really hiding. Shark Week is here and they’re taking over our beaches! Jackass 2.0 episode was poopies. The guys play a game of Scene it? to get Ben to finally watch some of the biggest summer blockbusters of all time.

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Let's Be Frank

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about Little Debbie and all her creme pies. Ben almost ruins his pants, but is able to keep his streak alive and out of his underwear. What’s your go-to cocktail? Some alcohols have fallen from the top shelf and are fighting to stay relevant. Juan Soto turns down record contract for 440 million dollars over 15 years and Steve speculates his troubled past. Are sports contracts getting crazy? The guys crunch the numbers and agree that streamers are the problem. Let’s be Frank about hot dogs… our apologies for that one… Anthony declares Ball Park franks are the king of the grill! From milk challenges to Sprite challenges, the younger generations are still trying to chug stuff. Shout out Manhattan Special and Snapple Apple. Ben admits he’s taking pre-workout and the guys are worried it may lead to meth. Thankfully Ben’s trainer won’t let him Break Bad. Shout out Better Call Saul!

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The Boys... Are Back!

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are all back together again! Ben is fresh off his nuptials and Anthony and his wife are celebrating their 4th anniversary. Prince Street Pizza is back. Ben adds a couple more pasta shapes to last weeks list. Does anyone in your family call sauce gravy? Is elbow the best for mac and cheese? Steve blacks out. Ben recommends eating pasta from Misi in Brooklyn, but you won’t get in without an Aya. Where the app developers at?! Good Steer closes its doors after 70 years and the guys miss their shot to have one last cheese dream and a convo with their pal, Bob. Steve buys Super Mario Brothers on audio book dvd and the guys plan for the films 30th anniversary. Ben attends the jersey retirement ceremony for the legendary stache, Keith Hernandez at Citi Field. The central divisions should be converted to college ball. Mid-summer classic is getting close and that means the return of the fan favorite Home Run Derby! On the entertainment side of things the guys discuss Breaking Bad and the magnitude of that show and how it spun off another great show in Better Call Saul. If only The Walking Dead would take some notes… nobody wanted another TWD spin-off. Tales of the Walking Dead will premier August 14th. Steve can’t stop bringing everything back to Breaking Bad, but thankfully Anthony pulls Gustavo from that world to The Boys world and The Guys recap the last two episodes of season 3 and speculate the future of the show (45:50).

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It Takes Two

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Ben is on his unofficial honeymoon and Steve and Anthony try to cope with his absence. 4th of July eats courtesy of the grill master, how many pasta shapes can there be, and Ben & Jerry’s new ice cream flavor has Steve rethinking his life up to this point. On the entertainment side of things the guys talk about Hulu’s new show, The Bear, And recap The Boys episode six.

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Summer Blockbuster

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys ask how long would you go with the same clothes on. Anthony gets geared up for softball, and Steve is suiting up like a hockey goalie to play baseball. It's getting to be that time of year when all the big movie studios offer up their Summer Blockbusters, but for Ben, he couldn't care less. The guys grill him on which ones he's scene and which ones he hasn't scene.

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Honestly, Nevermind

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys receive an email from the legend himself, Ryan! He answers Ben’s call to action and offers his opinions on Severance. Anthony enjoyed Father’s Day with a nice chopped cheese, but had another Halal of a problem when asking for “extra extra white sauce” resulting in a spite white. New Drake album drops and it’s Honestly, Nevermind. Steve wants to come up with a tik tok dance to celebrate the album, but has second thoughts after recent data breach. Ben try’s spicy dill ruffles and declares he’s a pickle guy. On the entertainment side of things the guys review the first five episodes of The Boys (00:33:21). Moon Knight, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Adam Sandler’s new movie, Hustle (00:51:28). Are you looking forward to the new GoT spinoff about Jon Snow?

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Severed

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys get an email from Chrissy Kind Regards that sparks some first date do's and don'ts. After a long convo that makes Steve's confidence in the dating pool plummet, the gang argues over the "hit" series from Apple+, Severance.

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Happy Pride

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys try to come up with Pride friendly slogans for all of your favorite brands. Talking Snack is back with strange eating habits part deux (00:16:11). On the entertainment side of things, Delorean Motor Company announces their new all-electric Alpha5 and the guys cast the reboot of Back to the Future (00:31:52). RIP Ray Liotta. Stranger Things is off to a great start in its final season. Better Call Saul finale and speculations for the final episodes. Steve gives Top Gun: Maverick three thumbs up! Happy Pride Month! Sonic the Hedgehog 2 review. True Detective is coming back for a fourth season with Jodi Foster.

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Sixty Nine

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys display just how mature they really are.

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My Jet Blue Hell

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys rant about people that get too comfortable on flights. Cousin Seanimal writes in to defend the NFL draft, and Steve and Anthony breakdown Ben’s signature. Plus all the upcoming tv shows and films the guys are getting excited about!

A very Happy 40th Birthday to Biscotti Pippen!!!

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PB&J and F

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 25 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are all back together! Steve survives Vegas and may be going back sooner than later with plans for and engagement. Shout out Peppermint Hippo! Katie emails the pod to confess a bird-like Cheez-it sandwich. Cousin Lenny writes in to weigh in on how he eats an Oreo and the guys are onboard. Zack from Vaulted Wallets chimes in on Baseball vs Football, and going grey vs going bald. Talking Snack is back and it’s bringing Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza (00:34:12). The Piazza Club at Citi Field blows Ben’s B’s off! Shout out Lago and Cafe Gelato inside of the Bellagio. Tom Brady gets 375 million reasons to hang it up from FOX. Pay Aaron Judge what he wants! Shoot your shot, Drew Smith! Mets fans have epic assist on twitter!

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Unofficially Grey Part 2

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 18 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys conclude their epic podcast partnership with Robbie and Ryan from the Going Grey Podcast. They Talk about all the best comedy movies and most quotable lines. UI gets a lesson in Who Asked You and offers up some of their own.

In Loving Memory of Bryan Walsh

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Steve Ciccone — Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys team up with the Going Grey Podcast. Cousin Robbie and Brother Ryan are hanging out and they’re digging through their inbox. Cousin Seanimal’s email causes a debate between Baseball and Football. A message from Ryan’s Dad sparks some conspiracy theories and the moon landing is debunked. Cousin Sal takes time out of traffic to write in to put Robbie on notice. Proud Mary blesses the pod! Aunt Kathy starts a family feud. If we’d only look to the cookie we could solve all the worlds problems…except for how Robbie eats an Oreo and Ryan orders his pizza.

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Chamber of Secrets

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 04 May 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys try to FORCE a Star Wars tribute. Brother Nick sends an in depth email that launches an all out 30 for 30 baseball discussion. This week’s Talking Snack is brought to us by the Delta club at Citi Field (00:17:16). Mets throw a sneaky combined no-hitter! Everything Everywhere All in Vegas. NFL Draft and CinemaCon wow audiences from first rounders going in the 20th to Olivia Wilde getting served on stage. Ben hated The Bubble, and Steve tries to defend classic comedy’s of the 90’s. Is Step Brothers the G.O.A.T.? The guys solve all the problems at Netflix. Secret time in the closet for bread butts and glizzy’s. Steve’s Uber driver gets creative with his HVAC system. The guys get a special guest on the line to talk about some of his recent controversies.

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Neon

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys send a special shout out to cousin Danimal and cousin Seanimal on their baby girl, Emily! Steve was too scared to bring a joint into a 420 festival at Bluepoint Brewery. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial needs Steve Harvey to be the judge. Three weeks in and we now know that Depp is a wild boy and Amber has done some crappy things in bed. Crazed fan on a Jet Blue flight with Mike Tyson experiences some turbulence after a light flurry from the champ. Bleacher creatures at Yankee Stadium get into it with Cleveland outfielders and shower them in beer. Talking Snack goes to Sushi by Boū in Times Square (00:24:10). A seventeen course Omakase at an intimate sushi bar in the heart of NYC. Ben LOVES Uni. What team has the worst fan base? Steve blacks out at PNC Park and may have been concussed. Sometimes the drinks go down too easy. Anthony likes being in abusive customer service situations. The crappier the service the better the product. How to hail a bartender and have an Uber cancel your ride. Shout out The Four Horseman restaurant in Brooklyn. Anthony was one of the 720,000+ viewers to watch The Batman on HBO Max. Ben’s top three most annoying voices. We’re all about F * R * I * E * N * D * S

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Up In Smoke

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys get too high to podcast.

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Straight Nath

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Anthony gets a gift from cousin Lenny! Recap of The Masters and Tiger Woods’ moral victory on the course after almost losing his leg in a car accident. All of Steve's notes disappear. The guys weigh in on Aaron Judge and the massive contract he turned down. Talking Snack features Ben carrying around a three foot garlic bread in his backpack, the new chicken sandwiches from Panera Bread, and Baseball Stadium eats. Who wants a World Champions Burger from Atlanta? (00:32:39). Ben asks Steve and Anthony to be groomsman at his wedding. On the entertainment side of things Steve gets his Netflix and Chill on (01:00:39).

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Boobies

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Anthony is back! Fresh off Parker’s first Birthday and wondering how he should dress for Jesus. Steve and Ben get challenged to a round of virtual golf at Birdies by Chrissy Kind Regards aka The $42,000 Man. Talking Snack gets cereal when Ant talks about Metamucil (00:26:41). On the entertainment side of things, Jerrod Carmichael comes out… with a new special (00:47:40).

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Everybody Hates Chris

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Robbie fills in for Anthony and the guys address the ankles in the room. Ben is full blown jogger mode thanks to cousin Robbie’s last visit. Happy belated Air Max Day! Steve “swooshes” in on a nice pair of kicks. Robbie eats his way from Smithtown to Williamsburg to Manhattan in this week’s Talking Snack (00:11:01). Shout Out Aji 53, Duck Yeah food truck, Robke’s Northport, Misi, Ugly Baby, Baby Luc’s, and Cafe Havana. On the Entertainment side of things the guys talk about the slap heard round the world. Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at the Oscars and that’s the second “cuck” performance Steve watched over the weekend. Deep Water is about Ana de Armas’ cuck husband played by Ben Afflek. Jackass Forever in our hearts and a great dose of nostalgia. RIP Taylor Hawkins.

Vaulted Wallets *PROMO CODE* UIPODCAST

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Expired

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Anthony’s mic won’t stay up and the guys have their first promo code from Vaulted Wallets. Steve apologizes to the Jewish community and Ben educates us on why daylight saving time affects them the most. Anthony runs into a Halal of a problem at one of his favorite food spots. Kim Kardashian says to get off your ass and work! Talking Snack highlights Steve’s corned beef from St. Patty’s Day, Ligayaeats’s elevated egg salad sammy, and Expiration Dates: Live or Die on the Best By (00:17:49). Arnold Schwarzenegger posts video to twitter speaking to the Russian people and Steve asks when Ivan Drago will weigh in. On the entertainment side of things Ben reviews Champaign Ill and Joker. Steve and Anthony realize they need to stop hyping things up too much. John Cena is the world's greatest drug dealer! Amazon buys MGM for 8.5 billion dollars (00:40:26). Ben and Anthony convince Steve to play Elden Ring for a future twitch stream.

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The Lenny Project

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the Lenny Saga continues with Anthony responding to another voicemail. Ben's anks are out in his new joggers and he's got his eyes set on stepping up his shoe game. Jordan's or Trainer 1's? Steve pleads the fifth on the worst game of Would You Rather ever. The guys talk about their favorite St. Patty's Day foods and Anthony is hot for honey in this week’s Talking Snack (00:23:42). On the entertainment side of things the guys talk about the first look at the Kenobi trailer, DC jumbles around all their release dates, and the review of The Adam Project on Netflix, (00:42:44).

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Th-Anks to The Batman

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week Cousin Robbie fills in for Anthony and Cousin Lenny sends a voicemail. Who you got in Podamania's Hell in the Cell? Anthony vs Lenny w/Ben as special guest referee!!! Shout out to all the Mom's out there! Andrew sends in his Top Ten Jahmz. Talking Snack turns into Talking BAC when Steve recants his thirsty Thursday night out in the city (00:19:00). Ben needs help from the guys on his wardrobe and thinks it may be time to start showing off his ankles. Whats your favorite pair of Joggers? Robbie hasn't worn jeans since 2011. On the entertainment side of things, Steve goes on a rant about how ridiculous the Fast and Furious movies are getting after watching F9: The Fast Saga (01:08:42). Ben and Robbie are team Cena. The After Party finale, Pam and Tommy finale, and a big shout out to Lily James! Our Flag Means Death is off to a great start on HBO Max, and Steve gives a SPOILER FREE review of The Batman.

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The Book of Bob Feta

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys read all the emails sent in with your top ten songs. Queen is better than the Beatles according to Anthony. Special thanks to NYFrank, Cousin Seanimal, DJ SPEED, Cousin Lenny, Ryan, and Brian for sending in their lists. This weeks Talking Snack goes through Buzzfeed’s list of top gas station snacks (00:32:23). On the entertainment side of things the guys talk about Pam and Tommy on Hulu, the new Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie on Netflix, and review The Book of Boba Fett (00:45:32).

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Top Ten Uncuh Jahmz

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are hanging out with Cousin Robbie and listing their Top Ten Songs All-Time!

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Rock Bottom

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys have a SUPER Episode in store for you! One man's email is another man's Classy Corinthian. Talking Snack puts a bougie twist on a sloppy classic and Anthony shows his support for Dinnerly (00:19:25). The guys try to talk about the Big Game without getting into legal trouble and Ben has had enough of The Rock (00:43:21). Steve spills his coffee in his lap and needs a dude wipe. Shout out 1997! RIP Ivan Reitman and thanks for all the laughs.

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Ruh Rogan

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week marks a years worth of episodes and the guys celebrate by looking back on all the good times and good eats. Talking Snack goes over McDonald's menu hacks and Anthony says goodbye to Hello Fresh once and for all (00:34:03). Entertainment news is all about Joe Rogan and the recent controversies surrounding his popular podcast (00:47:39).

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Toasty

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys have a surprise guest! Sister Nikki is in the studio and asks which country's cuisine would make up the best breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert on a special edition of Talking Snack (00:18:42). On the entertainment side of things the guys review The Shrink Next Door and The After Party on Apple TV+ (01:03:53).

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Forgetful 50

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys forgot they turned 50! Ben brings some “illegal chips” for Steve and Anthony to try while blindfolded, but the smell is enough to cause concern in today’s Talking Snack (00:05:40). Hell must’ve frozen over or maybe cousin Seanimal made an impression, because Ben finally watched The Goonies and gives his hot take on the 80’s cult classic (00:26:15). The guys review Ghostbusters Afterlife, Hawkeye, Eternals, and Spider-Man: No Way Home (00:58:12).

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Pushin P

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys learn what "P" means. Anthony's Hello Fresh experience is not P, but celebrating his Birthday on the pod with Steve and Ben singing to him is P. Getting platinum on Skyrim is P. Forgetting Matt Stone and Trey Parker made Baseketball is not P. Talking Snack this week is very P (00:18:14). The guys try the new Flamin' Hot Cool Ranch Doritos thanks to James and Ashley and that's P. On today's news update the guys talk Tonga and unfortunately it's not P (00:42:16). Entertainment news is all about the Dexter finale (00:46:57) and the wrap up of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Parts 1 & 2 (01:02:40).

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The Pod Who Lived

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are back together in the studio after having to FaceTime the last two shows. Talking Snack features special guests, JBUGS Kitchen! The guys also try the new crispy chicken wings from Taco Bell, and Hello Fresh tests Anthony’s patience (00:09:23). Entertainment News kicks off remembering Bob Saget. RIP T’s & P’s. Super Bob Einstein Movie, how many singing competition shows is too many, and Beavis and Butthead is getting a revival (00:48:20). Steve finally watches the Harry Potter movies and shares his notes for the first six films (01:02:39).

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Inches or Ounces

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

New year same pod! This week the guys are still in quaran-steve, but they wont let a tiny pandemic get in the way of bringing you new episodes. RIP Betty White. Thank you for being a friend...of the pod. The first Talking Snack of 2022 is brought to us by Brant and his email listing his top chicken sandwiches. Super Chix has entered the chat (00:16:53). Entertainment News ponders the question, what if a new variant turns us all into mutants (00:44:33). What would your X-Men adjace powers be? The guys talk about the new season of Dexter and what the final episode might bring. Season 4 of Cobra Kai is finally here and Joe Gatto is leaving Impractical Jokers. Shout out Mike Notarile and his new show, The Cleaning Lady debuting on Fox!

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Quaran-Steve

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 29 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are quarantined because Steve gave everyone Omicron for Christmas. Disney and Marvel have No Way Home Super-Spreader event opening weekend! Big Thank You to all the countries joining the Unofficial Party last episode! Today's show is brought to you by FaceTime. Despite the ruined holiday plans the guys still have some Talking Snack worthy meals (00:16:01). Steve watches everything during quarantine and recaps Hawkeye, Dexter, Don't Look UP, and Matrix Resurrections (00:42:33). Today's show ends with a trip down memory lane and all the pods most memorable moments (01:18:46). We hope you have a happy, healthy, and safe New Years! Thanks so much for listening all year and we'll see you in 2022!

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Merry CHRISmas

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This week Steve's brother drops by with some holiday goodies!

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Jelly of the Month Club

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are dealing with the fallout over their Top Ten Christmas Movies. Ben's fiancèe, Aya joins the party! Your emails and comments on which holiday flicks are your favorite and why they should've made the cut. Holiday shots take on a new meaning in Anthony's neck of the woods. Aya brings her shopping list from day one to Talking Snack: Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Honey Bunches of Oats, Popeyes Chicken Sandwich, McDonald's Hash Browns, Dark Twix, Milky Way, and Kit Kat (00:35:04). Steve tryna flex his Hallmark Keepsake ornaments on them Ho - Ho - Ho's... annnnnnd our episode note writer was just fired. The guys go through all the hardest gifts to get for Christmas over the last 30 years (00:57:55). New Dexter season is prettyyyyyyyy good (01:15:34).

Big Happy Birthday to Cousin Seanimal!

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Dear Dwanta

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

It’s getting closer to Christmas and the guys want to know, what’s in your crypto wallet? Ben has a relaxing weekend of nothing, Anthony gets his Christmas Tree, and Steve contemplates getting a pickup truck. The guys welcome the age of tools and underwear as presents. Why you need merino wool socks and the right way to throw out a garbage can. In this week’s Talking Snack the guys get a meal mail from Katie and rank the Dwanta Claus ice cream pack from Salt & Straw (00:16:57). The Boardy Barn is still for sale!!! The guys list their Top Ten Christmas Movies (00:42:03). Let them know how you feel about their choices and what should/shouldn't be on the list. The Unofficial review of The Beatles Get Back documentary by Peter Jackson (01:05:35).

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Westside Story

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are back after taking some time off for Thanksgiving. Anthony and family travel out west, Ben gets engaged, and Steve had a good old fashioned cold. RIP Virgil Abloh, HBD Vin Scully and the big 94! Ant recaps his time in Reno and Lake Tahoe and reconsiders his thoughts about The Coast We Do Not Speak Of. Talking Snack is kicking off December with some meal mails, Anthony’s westside bites, Steve’s DoorDash guy, Ben at Madre’s and rankings of Jeni’s Holiday Ice Cream pack (00:14:50). Staples Center is changing its name and getting in on the Crypto Craze while Lebron is throwing bows and ejecting fans. Steve watches all the new movies and gives you some reviews for No Time to Die, King Richard, and Home Sweet Home Alone on this week’s Entertainment News (01:07:09). Jurassic World is a Christmas movie!

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Victor Dandridge: Hardest Working Man in Comics

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

It's Thanksgiving Eve and the guys are giving you an extra helping of all your favorites! Victor Dandridge joins us to talk about his many contributions in the Comic Book industry. Listen in on how he started, where he found his inspiration, and how after 11 years of being the Hardest Working Man in Comics he carved out his own path! It wouldn’t be a Turkey Day feast if we weren’t Talking Snack. Find out some of the staples you have to try if you’re ever in Ohio and don’t forget about Jeni’s Ice Cream (01:10:30).

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This Is 40

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:30:00 -0500

This week the guys officially celebrate 40! Anthony confesses his love for California and mourns the Chipotle he lost in the tornado. Cousin Seanimal writes in with a PB&J pro tip. Ben and Steve make a quick stop at Los Tacos No. 1 before Andrew Santino’s show for this week’s Talking Snack (00:12:36). The guys talk about all the Disney+ Day announcements (00:32:18).

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I'm Sorry

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0500

This week the guys have a lot to apologize for in a new segment called I'm Sorry. In a special edition of Talking Snack, Steve reminisces about snacks of yesteryear, Ben calls the owner of The Good Steer for some answers, Anthony dreams up some fast food mashups, and F - Marry - Kill (00:12:00). In Entertainment News the guys talk about Facebook becoming Meta, Astroworld Festival, David Chase confirms ending of Sopranos, and why you need to start watching CHAMPAIGN ILL on YouTube (00:52:52).

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It's Not Christmas

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 05:30:00 -0500

This week its Steve's thirty seven... THIRTY SIXTH Birthday!!! Too bad he's so old he cant remember how many its been so far. Either way, Ben and Anthony surprise him with an awesome gift!

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All Hallows' Steve

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 08:30:00 -0500

This week the guys go Trick-or-Treating around the world thanks to a special delivery from Katie. How do you like your filet mignon cooked? Congrats cousin Seanimal and his wife Dani on their baby girl announcement! Ben reads an epic email from our friend Ryan that responds to Katie’s fall email from last week. Steve reads cousin Christina’s notes on burgers she thinks should have been on her list and it turns out that Ben has very similar taste. Talking Snack featuring candy from all over the globe (00:24:01). Did Katie trick us or treat us? The guys talk about past Halloween experiences as they eat all the international candy. Is a cheese quesadilla better than a grilled cheese? Entertainment News (00:47:55). RIP to Gunther from Friends. Tragic loss on the set of Rust a few days ago when Alec Baldwin accidentally fired a live gun killing Cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins and seriously injuring Director, Joel Souza. Investigation is still ongoing. Uncharted trailer, Vid Diesel takes family very seriously, and we have the Halloween Kills review! The guys talk about some of their favorite scary movies. The Nightmare on Elm Street house is up for sale, but you only have until midnight on Halloween to make an offer on this killer house!

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The American Cheese Dream

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:15:00 -0500

This week the guys list their Top Ten Burgers! Steve airs his grievances with DoorDash and Chubs. Delivery app orders are second class citizens in these restaurants. Ashley drops us a line wondering why the Ice Cream Sandwich didn’t make last weeks sangwich list. Ben breaks down the many emails of Katie. Talking Snack this week ranks the best burgers the guys have had so far (00:12:44). Did they mention yours? Find out who’s number one makes Ben question their taste buds. Entertainment News (00:54:51). The Shrink Next door coming soon to Apple+, Squid Game is the best show ever at launch for Netflix, Ben has some good pulls from Ted Lasso season 1, and DC FanDome debuts all the trailers for their upcoming projects. Steve talks about his new part-time gig at the New York Comedy Club.

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Comic Conned

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0500

This week the guys recap their trip to New York Comic Con! Ben notices his hat looks a little different in the cartoon version of our shows artwork and begins to investigate further. It turns out award-winning, Manchester-born artist, Luke McGarry took some liberties with the Liverpool FC logo. Cheeky banter? Or a Comic Con!!! You be the judge. Shout out Victor from Vantage Inhouse Productions! Anthony buys The Story of Jesus from Scott Kraynak and His/Hers Loki and Sylvie prints from the very talented, Brianna Garcia. Where were all the costumes?! Shout out to the Boba Fett/Boba Tea cosplay! Steve got all the EWAFs he wanted from Jason Edmiston's booth thanks to Ben. Shout out Jason Parnell and his amazing work! This week on Talking Snack the guys are joined by cousin Seanimal so they can properly bash Steve for not ranking his sandwiches and omitting the G.O.A.T. Breakfast sammy from his list (00:22:50). Shouts to the Little Freak from Comfortland! HBO isn't the only ones making declarations as Ben has named himself a Mondo Hunk in this weeks Entertainment News (00:57:45). Ant announces Funko Pop giveaway so stay tuned on Instagram for details. Congrats to Tyson Fury! The Gypsy King! Ted Lasso season finale review (01:02:39). The guys wrap up the show with what they've been watching and may even have some recommendations. Shout out Dave Chappelle's new comedy special "The Closer."

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Player 034

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 08:45:00 -0500

This week the guys start by thanking Sebastian Maniscalco for sharing their video on Instagram and go over preparations for New York Comic Con. Steve considers taking molly to be more sociable at the convention, but recalls a story about a friends experience and decides it's probably not the best idea. Fan feedback is in from last week and Steve Cellino & Barnes puts together a compelling case for his defense of Anya Taylor Joy and the Emmys. Mark Hoppus is cancer free!!! The guys reminisce about seeing Blink-182 in concert. Shout out Steve's creative writing paper. Spooky season is here and the Conjuring house is up for sale. Do you believe in ghosts? Cakesters are back and bringing Nutter Butter with them, Ben has Sushi by Bou, and we debate what goes best with Ranch dressing on this week's Talking Snack (00:19:51). Shout out shop Zeal CBD dot com! Entertainment News (00:47:28). James Gunn heading back to DC after Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and Holiday special. Scarlet settles lawsuit with Disney and Tower of Terror project is back on. Rocky IV is getting a directors cut from Sly Stallone and Curb Your Enthusiasm is coming back at the end of October. Seinfeld is on Netflix! Steve reviews The Many Saints of Newark. BIG SHOUT OUT to Anthony's dad for running in and saving four people from a burning house while off-duty. You are a HERO, Sir! Squid Game series review ***MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD*** (00:57:30). Ted Lasso recap starts at (01:21:34). Ben's predictions come to fruition. Shout out Benstradamus! John Stewart is back on Apple+ and we're all here for it! Spoilers, the Yankees lost the Wild Card game 6-2. Better luck next season!

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Rainbow Road

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 08:30:00 -0500

This week the guys welcome in the Fall season and Ben dusts off his Patagonia gear! New York Comic Con is next week and the guys have some costume prospects thanks to, Aya. Talking Snack is full of all your favorite fall flavors (00:04:36). The guys look at a map of each states most searched pumpkin favorites. Shout out Pumpkin Spike Cheesecake Enchiladas! Ben knows his fifty states! Anthony is ready for Hockey and Steve's allegiance is up for grabs. SoFi Stadium is amazing! Shout Out Justin Tucker's right leg making a 66 yard field goal and breaking an NFL all-time record while simultaneously breaking the Lions spirit. Entertainment news this week (00:32:20). Netflix Tudum event shows off trailers for all it's upcoming shows. Ben is hyped on new binge-worthy Korean original, Squid Game. Since it's premier on September 17th, the K-drama has risen to the top ten spot in at least 66 countries. The series depicts a deadly, Battle Royale-style game, where 456 people, all facing massive debts, gamble their lives on a life changing payout. Speaking of payouts... Marvel and Ditko estate are potentially going to court over copyrights for some key characters. Super Mario Bros. voice cast announced and the guys are pumped for Sebastian Maniscalco! Ted Lasso recap, Connor McGregor throws out horrible first pitch, and Eminem opens up Mom's Spaghetti restaurant.

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Sandwich Confidential

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 08:15:00 -0500

This week the guys have Chef Justin Werner on the line to talk about Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain. A Talking Snack of party hero proportions finds our guys reading all your emails, and ranking their top ten sandwiches of all time (00:43:30). Special SHOUT OUT to all the peeps that took the time to tell us what their favorite sandwiches are. We appreciate you and your appetites! Entertainment news and Emmy winners (01:18:49).

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Since We've Been Gone

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 08:45:00 -0500

This week the guys get back together after taking some time off for the Labor Day weekend. Here's a recap of what we missed: Kanye West releases Donda, Drake releases Certified Lover Boy, internet goes wild with emoji album cover. Happy Belated Birthday to Michael Keaton, RIP Michael K. Williams, and RIP Norm Macdonald. Thank you for all the laughs, Norm! Steve signs up for two year pro membership to Linktree and avoids litigation with Ben over domain name. We got our first hater in our Instagram comment section!!! Talking Snack (00:15:16). Pumpkin Spice season is upon us and Ben likes a good Pumpkin Spiced Latte. The guys talk about the controversial top 99 snacks of all time list as well as the top 15 sandwiches. Entertainment news (00:38:00). Steve and Anthony review the Bob Ross documentary on Netflix. What We Do in the Shadows is in its third season, but Ben is still in Mets mode. We love a good Gerrit Cole interview. Killer coke in Hollywood! New trailer for The Matrix Resurrections is here! Spider-Man 2 trailer is epic and gives us a look at Venom. With its release date in 2023, Steve has time to procure a PS5. Watch Only Murders in the Building on Hulu. The Boys season three has wrapped production. Hawkeye trailer gives us our Christmas themed Marvel show to get us through the holiday season. Shout out Ted Lasso! Despite the awful finale, the guys are excited about the new Dexter season. SURPRISE MOTHA F#CKA! RIP Doakes! Shout out Bo Burnham with his three Emmy wins! Steve leaves us with a little TikTok inspired song.

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Paqui Takes Ronkonkoma

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 08:30:00 -0500

This week the guys have brother James and Chrissy Kind Regards in the studio after their attempts at the one chip challenge. They talk us through their experience and what the gut slasher is all about. Once the pain subsides the guys compare Uber scores and Anthony talks his way out of a big cleaning bill.

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Nah We Tweakin

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 08:45:00 -0500

This week the guys finally stop celebrating Ben's Birthday and let him know just how long they knew about his surprise party. Shout out Aya for setting it all up! Ben contemplates seeing a chiropractor and Steve breaks down his experiences with them. What do you do if your doctor doesn't look healthy? This week's Talking Snack dives into the food and drinks from Beer Authority NYC and NYFranks Birthday dinner at Insignia Steakhouse (00:09:56). Ben orders his first martini extra dirty with blue cheese olives. Notes to himself: Order martini differently next time... Steve drinks more than he has in the past few years and expresses his appreciation for everybody. Lots of love going around on the rooftops of New York City. If the Soppressata is sweating like Anthony after CrossFit don't eat it! Shout out Phil, the Boops Champion! The guys have a message for the wait staff at Beer Authority. Fortunately the countless mistakes in orders results in a spare grilled chicken club wrap that Steve happily devours. Best $40 wrap in town! Blunders aside, the food at Beer Authority was on point! Would you rather eat a bad chicken wing or bad mozzarella stick? Bad wing or bad calamari? Insignia adds an "Asian Zing" to their calamari. Brussel sprouts, grilled asparagus, and creamed spinach OH MY! Black truffle lobster mac and cheese was a little underwhelming, but the porter house for three did not disappoint. Watch out for flying samurai swords! Anthony dreams about the multiple thousand dollar katana blade in his amazon cart in hopes he can one day meet Randy Jackson. Now it's time for some news (00:36:00). The baby from Nirvana's Nevermind album sues the band for ruining his life... GFY! Steve explains the "Nah He Tweakin" phenomena and then apologizes for wasting everyone's time. Netflix announces season five of Cobra Kai ahead of season 4 premier coming this December. The Walking Dead premiers and Negan leaves Maggie hanging. WHAT IF...? is off to a good start! Steve and Anthony break down the Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley fight (00:52:01).

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Only Fans and Traffic Cams

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 09:30:00 -0500

This week the guys celebrate NYFrank's Birthday! Steve has a special message for the New York City Department of Finance School Zone Camera Unit. Ben echoes that same sentiment towards Paqui, and the NY Mets offense. Talking Snack has the meats (00:07:12). A couple of brave souls have claimed two out of the three remaining Paqui One Chips. Who will be the third? Ben has a dinner party and puts his guest through the spice gauntlet. UK releases limited edition M&M's crunchy peanut butter and doesn't share with the rest of the world. Anthony gives us the new menu updates at Taco Bell. Weekly News (00:23:13). Hurricane Henri was promised a nice island in the atlantic, but had to settle for Rhode Island instead. Long Island is thankful. Only Fans bans sexually explicit content after making billions in hopes to "legitimize" their platform. RIP Only Fans... Steve owes a Christmas card to PornHub this year. Tesla unveils new robot and Will Smith is concerned about similar plot lines in i,ROBOT. Steve is only concerned with them being 5'8" and 150 pounds making todays body standards that much more impossible. Executive Producer, Mike Richards steps down as new host for Jeopardy amidst backlash and allegations. Mayim Bialik steps in as temporary host, but we're still hoping for LeVar Burton. Shout out Reading Rainbow! Entertainment News (00:39:39). Kid Cudi is looking for a PBR! Serious inquiries only. Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer discussion (00:59:11). CM Punk returns to Pro Wrestling (01:11:20).

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One Chip Challenge

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 08:45:00 -0500

This week the guys had too much confidence and tried the Paqui One Chip Challenge. Fortunately for the listeners, Talking Snack gives you a glimpse of just how intense this tiny little tortilla chip is. EAT AT YOUR OWN RISK! Anthony has a nice little weekend in the mountains, Ben is still celebrating his birthday and Steve gets rinsed at the car wash. Idris Elba announced as voice of Knuckles in the new Sonic the Hedgehog movie, Home Alone is getting a reboot nobody asked for and Steve and Anthony wonder What If...? they watched Captain Carter.

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Here's Johnny

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 08:30:00 -0500

This week the guys celebrate Ben's last episode before he turns 35 with a Lego Seinfeld set! Will the back nine to forty be better than the front nine? On today's Talking Snack cousin Seanimal sends the gang a children's meal from Red Lobster complete with an order of Cheddar Bay Biscuits (00:09:38). Anthony brings Atomic Pickles to the party. Jeni's ice cream has even more great flavors the guys want to try. Oreo has a new limited edition Salted Caramel Brownie that is out of bounds! NYC food festival bringing New York's most iconic foods to Manhattan this October if Covid allows it. Steve is holding off on upgrading to Delta+ until next years release. Steve is scared of the algorithm a.k.a. Ali G. The guys review The Suicide Squad (00:36:03). HBO Max is trying their hand at podcasting with a new Batman show! Matt Stone and Trey Parker sign mega deal for $900 million dollars giving us 6 more seasons of South Park and 14 more movies! Shout Out Zeal CBD! The Olympics are over and team USA finished on top of the medal count and total golds! Murica!

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Episode 25!

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0500

This week the guys take a trip to Buffalo Wild Wings to try their new chicken sandwiches, and review the Jeni's Ice Cream care package in an Extra Large Talking Snack (00:03:28). Longtime listener and first time caller, Seanimal is on the air! They talk about the Red Lobster cheddar biscuits, Jeni's Draft, classy pontoons, and the Mets (00:32:04). Steve botches the intro to the entertainment news (00:57:18). Scarlett Johansson files lawsuit against Disney. Jungle Cruise brings box office back. Taika Waititi's animated Flash Gordon project now being developed for live-action. Suicide Squad comes out this Friday on HBO Max. Woodstock 99 documentary is worth the watch. The guys answer emails (01:04:50).

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Smorgasburg

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0500

This week the guys talk about all the good eats at Smorgasburg in an extended Talking Snack (00:01:59). Shout out Zeal CBD! What's your G.O.A.T donut? In this week's Entertainment News the guys discuss the finale of WandaVision and Loki lining up curtesy of a fan made video linking up both scenes (00:29:37). Ant Man and The Wasp: Quantumania starts filming! Pokemon live action tv series in development at Netflix. Jordan Peele's new movie, "NOPE" releases poster tease. Speaking of nope, Anthony has a close encounter of the Vivint kind (00:38:22). Reddit community helps the guys figure out what exactly set off the ring camera in a hilarious string of comments. Cleveland Indians debut their new name for next season. Now pitching for the Cleveland Guardians, Ricky "Wild Thing" Vaughn! The Olympics in Japan cost a cool 25 billion dollars! Bully Joel is on the loose and tearing up the town.

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Billturbed

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0500

This week the guys are joined by longtime friend, Billy Walter! You don't want to miss this crazy conversation propelled by craft beers. Ben & Jerry's is a food group on today's Talking Snack (00:08:09). Who is Billy's man crush? Ben watches Money in the Bank and talks about the WWF and WWE settlement. Shout out to Leticia Bufoni on winning gold at the X Games becoming the winningest woman in the sport, and Gui Khury for being the first skater to land a 1080 during competition becoming the youngest gold medalist ever at the games at 12 years old. Tony Hawk also competed in the Vert Best Trick contest almost snagging gold after coming out of an 18 year retirement at 53 years young! Shouts to all the good music that came from the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater games. What skate shoes did you have when you were younger? The guys reminisce over their X Games adjace activities and Ant goes chest first into his handlebars. Bill pleads his case for Cy Young in the softball beer leagues. Ben inducts himself into the Long Island Beer Pong Hall of Fame. Loki season Finale review (00:43:43). Black Widow review (01:06:22). Netflix gets into gaming and the guys talk video games during the pandemic. Shout out Twisted Metal 2! Billy is quite Billturbed with previous episodes and gives the guys his notes (01:34:24).

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McGregor and Cheese

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:45:00 -0500

This week the guys apologize for being sports heavy and Anthony speculates the future of Draft Kings. Talking Snack highlights the best Mac and Cheese, Ben's new found passion in the Kitchen and potential UI cook-off down the road (00:05:39). Results are in and the winner of the Hot Sauce Challenge is... KATIE aka The Scarlet Pepper! Big congrats to her for making it through the gauntlet seemingly unscathed. GFY - American Airlines. Ben has a new man crush on Shohei Ohtani and doesn't care who knows it. Anthony is all in on Chris Hemsworth and Steve goes with America's Ass. Who's your man crush? Italy wins the Euro Cup and England was not happy about it (00:34:49). Pete Alonso discriminates against anything hit in the Home Run Derby under 500 feet and puts on an absolute clinic as he defends his crown (00:41:23). Connor McGregor sustains freak injury that ends UFC 264 early. The guys review episodes 4 and 5 of Loki (01:06:28).

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Chef Justin Werner

Steve Ciccone — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0500

This week the guys sit down with longtime friend, Chopped Champion, and award winning Chef, Justin Werner. You wont want to miss this special episode filled with delicious morsels of knowledge nuggets.

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Bonus Episode: Hot Sauce Challenge with Katie

Steve Ciccone — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 10:15:00 -0500

In this special bonus episode the guys call Katie to talk about the Hot Sauce Challenge and everything that was going on that the cameras didn't see. Make sure you check out our YouTube page for the full video and leave your vote for who you think won it all in the comments.