In light of the current environment the guys host their first ever book club in review of Charles Yu’s Interior Chinatown. The brother’s digest the book together highlighting pertinent key elements of the Model Minority Myth, representation and the grouping of all Asians together in America. Through their lenses they share their own experiences and understandings to better read and unpack the book, as well as talk more broadly on the stereotypes confining Asian Americans presently. Despite the strides of Asian Americans before them, the brothers have an important discussion on how Charles’ book goes beyond just filling an entertainment void in your book lineup.

Everything is virtual or digitized these days and the NBA is no exception. In the latest form of tradable digital assets the NBA has introduced Top Shot, an exchange of collectible moments of everyone’s favorite players. As the trading card game has boomed over last few years collectors and fans alike are trying to cash in on the scarcity and nostalgia of memorabilia, in whatever form that might take. It’s like a certain uncle used to say everyone needs to collect something and even if just for the fun it will be interesting to see when (and how far) this thing takes off.

Everyone’s got an opinion and they all stink, except for ours. Takes these days are best served hot, and that’s just how we like ‘em. There’s a whole lot of overrated stuff out there making too much mumbo jumbo, we’re looking at you plain Asian food catered to gwailous, and the brothers are here to debate it all. Whether you like fries in your burritos or still think baseball is America’s past time, odds are you’ll be at odds with some of the grievances these brothers have to air. Who’s to say?

As Dewey Cox once said, “it’s a variety show, some singing, some dancing and comedy too.” This week on the pod the guys have likely the tallest guest the show has and will have on, Nolan (aka Foley). A long time friend of the pod the guys discuss Nolan’s passion for music, both singing and producing, and learn a bit about his journey along the way. Music will forever be a part of culture and Nolan’s been able to see up close what it is to go for it in the industry. No pod is complete without a little nostalgia and the guys talk about sneaker culture (particularly Nike basketball) and notable names in the industry that Foley has grown up listening to and has also met. 

A lot of good times at the J. You’ve been there, Nick and Kyle have lived there, and Trevor was there even before that. It’s a crusty shit hole of a house, but it was their house. But to the surprise of no one that’s not where the story actually starts. It actually starts in a elementary class room where the girls out numbered the boys which would prove to be a theme from their Catholic school days to those glorious Davis springs. Ride your bike over, bring a case of Natty’s and make sure to take a shower before this episode.

You’re new in town and you find yourself waking up on a certain guy’s couch weekend after weekend and drinking coffee in the early hours of the morning. You might just have found one of those friends that you’re always going to have a good time with. This week on the pod the brothers have a certain Uncle Omar on to discuss all things Sunset, grocery and of course they can’t forget the master-gators. This trio of lads has certainly had their fair share of memorable times and as Omar says, those Santa Rosa boys are just about it. Oh and one last thing, don’t forget to support your local liquor store.

This week on the pod the guys have long time listener first time guest, Big Jimmy R, on to discuss all things shenanigans. A long time friend of the pod some might say he got his start thanks to the lessons a certain father of the podcast taught the young hooper back in grade school, who’s to say. The guys and James share fond memories of a certain club that shall not be named and that storyline cannot be brought up without mention of the perpetual ask of gas station ice cream sandwiches. Everyone loves a good origin story especially these brothers.

Sometimes things just don’t work out the way we want them to, and much to the dismay of Rockets fans everywhere the guys welcome James Harden to Brooklyn. This isn’t your typical episode. Yeah sure there’s banter about the NBA trade of the year, but there’s also a lot of talk about which NYC designer will be the first to nab a collab with the Beard or what food and culture scene the Harden will find himself. Either way the chances of Trev running into James Harden on a stroll through New York’s most happening borough are better than ever. There’s a whole lot of speculating, but perhaps no better speculation then what Brooklyn’s new big three orders at a diner (and yes you’re entitled to 2 go to orders, hungover or not).

After a much needed holiday hiatus the boys are back on the pod talking about goals and resolutions for 2021. In case you were wondering 2020 wasn’t the greatest of years but controlling the things you can control and finding ways to explore the world from your apartment were key to sanity. Ringing in the new year the guys discuss a handful of resolutions and probably do more bantering than goal setting. Nick is going to run a marathon and that Trevor guy, well he’s going to “laugh” more (and love and live, in that order). As for the 3rd brother who shall not be named he has 51 weeks to figure it out on a mustache. Despite being a disappointing year for most, 2020 brought us Our Mom’s Favorite Podcast and for that we’re thankful.

The brothers preview the upcoming NBA season and give hot takes, bold predictions, and an analysis on what's to come. They breakdown both conferences including the favorite picks in both and who might be fighting for a spot at the bottom of the West. Also in the lineup for this episode are predictions for the major awards and cases for and against their picks. It's going to be an interesting season with familiar faces in new places combined with the lingering effects of COVID in the mix that has the potential to curb any teams' chances.