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The corporate shell game just claimed another victim, and this time it’s hitting your wallet and your weekend plans. You thought that “free” Max subscription was a permanent part of your DashPass? Think again. The industry is quietly pulling the rug out from under you, proving once again that if you don’t own the media, you don’t own a damn thing.

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The Death of the “Forever” Bundle

Why Warner Bros. and DoorDash Split

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The mainstream “rock journalists” are playing nice, but we know the truth about the Louder Than Life 2026 lineup. Dave Mustaine and David Ellefson are finally sharing the same patch of dirt in Kentucky, and the tension is thick enough to choke a horse. While the PR machines spin “farewell tour” magic, the real story is the proximity of the man who fired his bassist over a webcam leak and the man who’s now anchoring Metal Church. Is this a coincidence, or is the industry mocking the fans with a standoff they know will never turn into a reunion?

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- The “Farewell” Charade: Why Mustaine is calling it quits now.

- The Metal Church Factor: Ellefson’s calculated return to the stage.

- Backstage Lockdown: How festivals manage feuding legends.

- F.A.F.O.: Decoding the message in Metal Church’s new track.

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“Have you seen the script? Do you know who’s going to play in that one yet? No. I’ll let you know later. “ Wait till you hear WHY they said it—it’s the definitive “Holy-Shit Moment” proof that the NFL is nothing but wrestling with pads.

Chris Akin and Erik Ferentinos dive into the latest documentaries, pulling back the curtain on the Sean Combs Reckoning docuseries and the insane behind-the-scenes story of Roar. They get into Eric’s new studio work for Steven Pearcy, Sin Crazy, and the possibility of double-duty touring. But the real heat is on the NFL after a major on-air gaffe exposes the dark secret of the league—is your Sunday football just scripted entertainment designed for gambling?

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Yo, metalheads! Erik is back from the Monsters of Rock Cruise with some absolutely wild stories from the high seas, but the vibe quickly gets heavy when he starts ripping apart the lies surrounding the modern space program. Hear him call total BS on the Space X “rescue” mission for those astronauts stuck for 9 months and drop his proof that the whole program is a sham—stuffed with searchable keywords like Monsters of Rock Cruise, Erik’s stories, Space X, astronauts, NASA, and space program lies. Are you ready to dive into this headbanging episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... and rip apart the LIES together?

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“I just got up and walked away. I was like, oh, is that what these guys do? They hang around the gym waiting to hook up with some sweaty dude in there?” Wait till you hear WHY they said it, after Erik Ferentinos catches a guy staring at him mid-leg press! 🤣 Holy hell, the world is wild, bro.

Chris Akin and Erik Ferentinos welcome the Chris Akin Presents crowd, only to have Erik completely hijack the whole conversation, starting with a 30-pound free turkey and hitting the gym! Eric discusses his disastrous, ticket-generating flower delivery gig for Mother’s Day, why the Aerosmith x Yungblood collaboration is manufactured celebrity garbage, and why AI will take paralegal jobs. But will Erik’s YouTube channel, Erik Ferentinos Unleashed, survive his birthday live show on Friday?

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Is the Poison/Bret Michaels band rivalry heating up? Bret Michaels Band guitarist Pete Evick spills the tea on his surprisingly intense online argument with Poison’s drummer, Rikki Rockett! You won’t believe what set them off. Chris and Erik get all the details straight from the source, and also dive into Erik’s newest music project and the buzz around the upcoming film, PREDATOR: BADLANDS. Tune in for the drama, the tunes, and the movies. Like this video, follow our channel, and check out Rumble Premium for commercial-free episodes! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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Is AI really coming for all your favorite online Influencers? Chris and Erik are breaking down how fast the online world is changing! We also get real talking about when you’d say “no thanks” to cancer treatment and why they’re both skipping the colonoscopy. Plus, a review of the new Femme Fatale song featuring Lorraine Lewis!

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What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever seen on Facebook Marketplace? Chris and Erik dive into some seriously crazy finds, the ongoing EBT craziness that’s happening, and their take on the new Netflix feature, Perfect Neighbor. It’s a wild ride this week, don’t miss it!

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Chris and Eric start the show with a look back at some of the weird stuff they acquired during their divorces, including a bizarre musket lamp and ridiculous framed art. This leads them into an extended riff on collectible items, telemarketing scams like the Highlander coin collection, and ‘of the month’ clubs for everything from plates to film. The guys then transition to discussing old TV shows like Columbo and Twilight Zone, reflecting on how much the world has changed, especially regarding how crimes are solved and the general ‘70s aesthetic. Finally, they dive deep into the messy truth about the music business, discussing Steven Pearcy‘s generosity on tour, why paying to open for bands like Texas Hippie Coalition and Tesla is often a losing game, and the new, internet-focused approach to building a music career.

02:16 - The Crazy 70s Lamp and Ex-Wife’s Stuff

03:26 - Buying Used Stuff After Divorce: The Goodwill Microwave Story

04:53 - The Ugly Musket Lamp and Embarrassing Bathroom Art

07:11 - Susan’s Bad Online Purchases and the Mini Cat Litter Pan

08:21 - Ex-Wife Took All the Photos

08:52 - Highlander Commemorative Coins & VHS Tapes Scam

11:47 - The Gone with the Wind Plates of the Month Club

15:36 - The Film of the Month Club

17:12 - Highlander Coin Collection Resale Value and Scam Shipping Fees

20:26 - Columbo and Things That Have Gone by the Wayside

21:50 - Columbo: One Part MacGyver, One Part Law and Order

23:58 - Columbo’s Cigar and How He Got the Killer to Snap

25:35 - Columbo’s Heap of Shit Car and the Pantyhose Robbers

27:52 - The End of the Good Old Days for Bad Guys: DNA and the O.J. Trial

31:25 - Twilight Zone and the Changing World Aesthetic

32:15 - Hating the 70s Aesthetic and Goodwill Prices

35:43 - The Problem with Standing Desks

37:34 - Chris Akin Presents Viewership Bump with Stevie Rachelle

39:11 - The Steven Pearcy Filter: When to Say Sludgy Things

42:17 - Eric’s Longevity and Plans for AMA Videos on Touring

45:09 - The Old School Idea of Buying onto Tours is Over

47:26 - The Texas Hippie Coalition Tour Buy-On Cost Breakdown

50:47 - Bands Paying to Tour: Wayne Static and the Losing Game

52:48 - Bands Paying to Tour: Plush and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra

53:43 - Marketing a Band in the New Era: Vlogs and Regional Shows

57:23 - The Band That Paid $50,000 to Tour with Tesla and Broke Up

58:27 - Selling Merch at Bars vs. Big Shows

59:44 - Advice: Give Away Music, Don’t Try to Sell It at Big Shows

01:01:20 - Headliners Demanding Merch Price Minimums

01:01:40 - Steven Pearcy’s Generosity with Merch Booth Space

01:04:10 - Steven Pearcy Solo Shows and Eric’s New Record Demos

01:07:01 - Does Paying to Tour Actually Steal Fans?

01:09:55 - Vision and Creative Photos: Don’t Cut Off the Palm Trees

01:13:43 - The Vertical Phone Video Problem

01:14:30 - Canva’s Magic Fill and AI Image Expansion

01:17:16 - Mark Ruffalo as Columbo AI Image is Perfect

01:21:49 - Is Another Columbo Reboot Possible?

01:22:37 - Modern Reboots Steal Names But Change Characters (Sherlock, Matlock)

01:25:32 - Netflix’s Annoying Race and Sex Changes in Reboots

01:27:07 - The ‘Just One of the Guys’ Boob Reveal

01:29:15 - The Casting Couch and Hollywood Payola

01:31:50 - Harvey Weinstein’s Horrifying Genitalia Deformity Revealed

01:37:43 - Why Are Courtroom Artists So Bad?

01:40:07 - Eric’s YouTube Monetization Update

01:42:32 - Fright Bite Halloween Movie Announcement Tease

01:44:23 - Chris’s Tech Struggles and 13-Year-Old Experts

01:46:17 - YouTube Strategy: Talking about Hot Button Issues (Lost Prophets)

01:48:33 - Watching TV in the 70s: The Same Old Canned Laughter on M*A*S*H

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Wait, did one of the guys get a call to sing for Poison?! 📞 Stevie Rachelle spills on shutting down the toxic Metal Sludge message board, the drama with Matt Starr, and that wild rumor about Ace Frehley‘s health. We’re talking real money, fake names, and how musicians navigate pay, passion, and paying the bills.

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