On this episode of Mixed Nuts, Phil Hirsch and Rich Marks are back with their signature no-holds-barred banter, tackling everything from Super Bowl fallout to state income tax madness—and somehow landing on mascot life and AI-generated hockey fantasies.

The guys break down the latest NFL headlines, debate sports media hot takes, and dive into the business side of professional athletics—because apparently winning a championship can still come with a tax bill bigger than the bonus. From Sam Darnold stats to Tom Brady trivia, nothing is off-limits.

Phil shares behind-the-scenes stories from his days as a hockey mascot (yes, really), talks Florida life, entertainment gigs, and the realities of being an independent contractor in states like California. The conversation shifts into the evolving economy, freelance work, IRS rules, and how digital payments are changing the game for small business owners.

Oh—and it wouldn’t be Mixed Nuts without some pop culture thrown in. The duo riff on classic Seinfeld moments, political satire, AI impressions, and voiceover tricks (including Pacino, Walken, and a surprisingly accurate French-Canadian accent).

It’s sports, comedy, current events, business talk, and just enough chaos to keep you guessing where the conversation will go next.

Grab a beverage, a handful of mixed nuts, and settle in. You have to be a little crazy to listen.

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