Flores & Friends Podcast

We’re back with the first episode of 2023 and the penultimate episode of the show. It is also an episode unlike any one prior to it:

In an unprecedented role reversal special guest host, Steven Vastola, welcomes show creator, Jon S. Flores, for an interview to discuss the run the podcast has had over these 7 years, its ending, and share a bit about his background as well as what’s next. He also asks Jon an extensive and hilarious assortment of submitted questions from mutual friends and former guests.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Cold open (0:00)

- Intro (1:14)

- Part 1: the Pod (2:35)

- Part 2: About Jon (14:05)

- Part 3: Fun Questions (51:07)

- Part 4: This-or-That (01:15:50)

- What’s Next (01:35:09)

Sources:

- Episode 50: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-50

- “Hurt” by Christina Aguilera: https://music.apple.com/us/song/hurt/402298950

Hello again World!

On this mini-episode I welcome by two of my best guests and even better friends, Steven and Anthony, to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 New Orleans Saints' and the LSU Fighting Tigers' football seasons along with other football topics one last time.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Intro (0:00)

- Preview of & predictions for the New Orleans Saints 2022-23 Season (3:16)

- Preview of & predictions for the LSU Fightin’ Tigers 2022-23 Season (25:48)

- Other NFL or College Football topics (46:31)

Sources:

- Episode 95: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-95

Hello again World!

I have the enormous privilege of welcoming my dear friend Chris Marshall, the owner and operator of “Sans Bar” which is a local sober bar in Austin, Texas. We chat about the origins of “Sans Bar”, its mission, the Sans Bar tour, the role alcohol plays in American culture, and the current Sobriety/Sober Curious movement.

We also have a non-spoilers and spoiler discussion on a film we both thoroughly enjoyed, Jordan Peele’s new film “Nope”.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Cold open (0:00)

- Intro (1:25)

- Quick catch-up (4:00)

- The Story and Journey of “Sans Bar” (6:37)

- More options, not less (22:10)

- The Sans Bar Tour (27:16)

- Alcohol Consumption in American Culture (33:53)

- The Sobriety and Sober Curious Movement (44:55)

- “NOPE” non-spoiler review (55:23)

o SPOILER REVIEW (1:05:25)

- Questionnaire (1:18:57)

Sources:

- Movers, Shakers, Changemakers - My speech: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/mini-episode-5

- Sans Bar’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sans_bar/

- Sans Bar Website: https://www.thesansbar.com/

- “How alcohol is becoming has-been for Gen Z”: https://www.citizen.co.za/lifestyle/health/3163287/how-alcohol-is-becoming-has-been-for-gen-z/

- The Woman Who Was Mauled By a 200-Pound Chimp | The Oprah Winfrey Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uj2fSt1OPJU

Hello again World!

In this not a full, mini episode I welcome back Ben to chat about the recent conclusion of the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series and our feelings overall on it.

We also review The Book of Boba Fett and the rest of the upcoming slate of Star Wars projects.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Intro (0:00)

- Special Acknowledgement & Shoutout up top (2:44)

- Obi-Wan Kenobi Spoiler Free discussion (4:15)

o SPOILER Discussion (19:18)

- The Book of Boba Fett [SPOILERS] and Other Upcoming Star Wars Projects (46:05)

Sources:

- Episode 37: "May the 4th Be With Us" feat. Ben A. Cassin: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-37

- Episode 70 (Part 1): "Film By Film: Star Wars" feat. Ben A. Cassin: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-70-part-1

- Episode 70 (Part 2): "Film By Film: Star Wars" feat. Ben A. Cassin: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-70-part-2

- Mini-Episode # 4: "The Rise (and Fall?) Of Skywalker" feat. Ben A. Cassin & Morgan Alonzo: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/mini-episode-4

- “Rey Star Wars” Meme: https://twitter.com/cevangelista413/status/1208897096218300417?lang=en

- Upcoming Star Wars Movies and TV Shows: https://www.gamesradar.com/upcoming-star-wars-movies/

Hello again World!

We’re back and we’re talking Football! No, not American Gridiron Football – the real, original Football a.k.a. Soccer or “The Beautiful Game”

There are no two better friends and returning guests to have on to discuss football with than Dalvin Junior and Ben A. Cassin. We discuss in depth our respective English Premier League Clubs (Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham) as well as the rest of the Premier League Clubs.

We also chat about the hilariously corrupt, but still much anticipated 2022 FIFA World Cup coming this fall and the teams we are excited to see along with whether the USMNT stand a chance.

It’s a jam packed, fun episode full of laughs but just as much shit-talking and commiserating.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Intro (0:00)

- How We Became Supporters of Our Clubs (4:27)

- The Clubs (and Players) We Hate THE MOST (17:27)

- Reviewing the 2021-22 Premier League Season (22:36)

- Our Takes on Our Individual Clubs’ Seasons

o Dalvin – Chelsea F.C. (32:13)

o Ben – Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (38:16)

o Players Ben & Dalvin feel deserve more shine (43:16)

o Me – Arsenal (46:30)

- Breaking Down The 2022 FIFA World Cup (54:45)

o U.S. Men’s Nation Soccer Team’s Chances (1:10:22)

- Kendrick Lamar’s “Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers”

Hello again World,

This mini-episode is a recording of a humorous conversation Rachel and I had prior to our latest episode from last week.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Hello again World,

We’re back again (again)!! We truly appreciate everyone who listens and has stuck with us for all these years, especially as we wind down to our final episode.

On this episode I am joined by one of my best friends and returning guest, Rachel Vastola, to discuss the journey, logistics, and experience of her recent nuptials. We also discuss & review the new film, Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness – with full SPOILERS! (You’ve all been warned!)

Stay tuned for a special mini-episode coming soon also featuring Rachel!

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Intro (0:00)

- Rachel’s 30th Birthday & thoughts on Social Media (3:57)

- What We’re Watching (24:19)

- Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness *SPOILER* Review (32:34)

- The over 2 & ½ Year Saga of Rachel & Steven’s Wedding (52:32)

Sources:

- Episode 91: https://soundcloud.com/floresandfriends/episode-91

Hello again World,

We’re back with our first episode of the 2022! I am joined once again by Steven and Anthony for the last ride of our trio known as “Flastolakins”.

We discuss and give our thoughts on this past NFL Season, everything to do with the Saints, LSU’s new head coach Brian Kelly, the NBA season so far, our respective basketball teams, and which teams we expect to see in the NBA Finals.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Intro (0:00)

- Our thoughts on the 2021-2022 NFL Season (7:40)

o Tom Brady retires (20:31)

o NFL Playoffs & Super Bowl LVI (26:24)

o The next steps for Aaron Rodgers & Russell Wilson (40:30)

o Looking forward to next season (45:12)

- The Saints’ Season (47:15)

- Welcome to the Famuhly, Brain Kelly (1:08:47)

- Reviewing the NBA season so far (1:18:54)

o Anthony talks about the Celtics (1:25:32)

o I talk about my Bulls (1:30:09)

o Steven talks about the Pelicans (1:35:00)

o James Harden-Ben Simmons Trade (1:42:31)

o Our Finals picks (1:48:19)

o NBA MVP (1:57:05)

o The Lakers (1:59:35)

Hello again World,

We’re back from our un-official, extended hiatus! In this jam-packed episode I welcome back my brother from another mother, Justin, to catch-up and discuss several topics including LSU, The Saints, and multiple films we saw over the past few months.

Our main topic is Marvel Studios’ newest blockbuster film “ETERNALS”. We review the remarkably divisive film and its place in the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!

Time Codes:

- Extended Cold Open (0:00)

- Catching up after the hiatus (6:10)

- Us in 1994 & in 2004 (21:21)

- LSU & Saints losses over the weekend (27:49)

- “The Harder They Fall” review (37:50) [Spoiler-free]

- “The Suicide Squad” review (46:41) [Spoiler-free]

- “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” Review & the future of the MCU (51:06) [*SPOILERS*]

- “Dune (or is it Dune?)” Review & Denis Villeneuve’s films (1:09:42) [*SPOILERS*]

- Marvel Studios “ETERNALS” Review (1:24:57) [Spoiler-free]

o *SPOILERS* review of "ETERNALS" (1:57:42)

- Looking forward to Hawkeye & Spider-man: No Way Home (2:38:08)

Sources:

- Superhuman Samurai Syber-Squad: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superhuman_Samurai_Syber-Squad

Hello again World,

On this week’s episode I welcome my friend, Nancy Baeza, to the show for a long overdue guest appearance. We chat about her move from Austin to Chicago, her experience as a student at the University of Texas at Austin, the Longhorns Football prolonged underachieving, and lastly the Longhorns joining the SEC in 2025 (or sooner?

Have feedback? You can contact us via twitter (@fafpodcast) OR the podcast’s email: [email protected]. ALSO, if you really, really dig the show, please subscribe, and share.

Enjoy!