This week, Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze pull up their rocking chairs and dig into one of the South’s most beloved - and now most controversial - institutions: Cracker Barrel. From rocking chairs on the front porch to hashbrown casserole on Sunday mornings, the Barrel has always been a Southern staple. But lately? Well, let’s just say some of their recent brand changes have folks scratching their heads (and not because of the peg game).

Chris and Winston break down what’s happening inside those country stores, how the company is shifting its image, and whether the fried okra still tastes the same. Expect laughs, hot takes, and maybe even a few stories about their own Cracker Barrel memories. Grab a biscuit and join the conversation - this is one you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, hosts Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze dig into the world of college athletics and NIL. Winston shares details from a recent meeting he attended with The Volunteer Club—a Knoxville-based collective dedicated to supporting University of Tennessee student-athletes and fans through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. He breaks down what he learned about the current landscape of NIL, how it’s shaping the future of college sports, and what it really means for both players and programs. Chris and Winston also share their own perspectives on how NIL could impact traditions, recruiting, and the Southern culture around college athletics. Then they answer a question from a listener from Norway who is planning an upcoming road trip through the American South. 

If you’ve ever wondered how NIL is changing the game, this episode offers an inside look with plenty of laughs and Southern perspective along the way.

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze reveal the folks who’ve earned a spot on their Bitin’ Lists - their own personal roster of people who just plain drive ‘em crazy. Inspired by Tyler Childers’ new song “Bitin’ List,” they swap stories, vent a little, laugh a lot, and maybe even name names (bless their hearts). From petty annoyances to downright aggravations, nothing’s off the table - except maybe good manners.   Watch the video version on YouTube!   Got a question for The Gentlemen? Email: [email protected] or call the SG Hotline at (833) 623-3768, ext. 806.   Connect with us online:  Instagram: https://instagram.com/southerngentlemenpodcast  Facebook: https://facebook.com/southerngentlemenpod  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@southerngentlemenpod  Patreon: https://patreon.com/southerngentlemen

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, hosts Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze are back with a jam-packed show full of Southern charm, curious discoveries, and exciting announcements.

First up, they reveal the official list of retail partners now carrying the first ever Southern Gentlemen Camo Hat! Complete list below. Then they announce some brand-spankin'-new ways you can connect with the show, including - drumroll please - a toll free phone number. That’s right, we’ve gone full Southern Gentlemen Hotline.

Chris shares some stories from a recent family trip to the county fair — think fried food, long lines, and questionable rides — then Winston dives into his latest unexpected find while flipping an old house: sealed antique whiskey bottles. Yep, it's like something out of a dusty Southern time capsule.

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Alabama (Ashley Mercantile, Deep South Mercantile, Southern General) Georgia (Blue Ridge Cotton Company) Tennessee (Ted's Sporting Goods, The Male Room Brotique, White's Mercantile) Texas (Oxbow General Store, Tyler Kingston Mercantile)

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris and Winston crack open some Alabama-made strawberry sweet tea and catch up on a few current events with their usual mix of humor and hot takes. Chris reviews a new-fangled wallet he just purchased, then shares a life-changing moment he recently had at the barber shop - yes, really.

Plus, the fellas announce their very first Patreon-exclusive episode, now live at patreon.com/southerngentlemen. If you want even more Southern banter, behind-the-scenes goodness, and off-the-record stories… that’s where to find it.

Grab a glass and settle in - this one’s got the flavor.

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris is contemplating a bold new fashion choice that might just define his official “summer uniform,” and Winston has thoughts. Then the fellas dive into the main course: Chris introduces Winston (and you) to one of his new favorite voices in country music - Zach Top. He plays three songs and the guys break down what makes this fella so dang good. They wrap things up with a couple of questions from The Male Bag, where listeners ask everything from serious to silly.

Saddle up, it’s a good one.

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After a week off (thanks to Chris’ sickly immune system), the boys are back behind the mics for another round of Southern charm and questionable opinions. Chris and Winston catch up on life - including the curious case of tomato pie (which Winston just discovered is a real thing) and the homecoming of Huck & Birdie, Chris' two German Shepherd pups fresh outta doggy boot camp.

Then it’s time to talk TV. Specifically, the Netflix Original Series The Waterfront. Let’s just say… bless its heart. The Southern Gentlemen give it a fair shake before diving into a spoiler-filled, painfully honest review. You’ve been warned.

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Pull up a chair, pour something strong, and enjoy the ride.

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In this laugh-out-loud episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze dive headfirst into the wild world of Southern sayings - some charming, some confusing, and some downright bizarre. From "Eatin' onions and tellin' secrets" to "That dog won’t hunt," the fellas unpack dozens of oddball expressions, many of which they’d never even heard before (and they’re pretty dang Southern themselves). It’s a hilarious ride through the colorful language of the South—where folks don’t just talk, they paint pictures with their words.

Pull up a chair, pour a glass of sweet tea, and get ready to laugh till your stomach hurts. This one’s as Southern as grits and gravy.

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze tackle a heavy truth: the world feels angrier and more divided than ever. Folks are shouting, canceling, and clashing over everything—and it’s exhausting.

But what if Southern hospitality isn’t just for front porches and dinner tables? What if it’s a secret weapon for real change?

Chris and Winston dig into how we as Southern Gentlemen can bring kindness, respect, and calm into everyday interactions - whether it’s with your neighbor, your co-worker, or the stranger who just cut you off in traffic. They explore how to lead with grace without  compromising truth, and how standing firm in your principles doesn’t mean being a jerk about it.

Pull up a chair, pour something strong, and join the conversation about how to be a man of conviction and compassion in a world that desperately needs both.

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In this episode of the Southern Gentlemen Podcast, Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze dive into a curious case of déjà vu in the world of modern country music. Two hit songs—different artists, nearly identical sound. Is it inspiration, coincidence, or something more?

The guys break down the similarities between the tracks and use the moment to explore the formula for a "popular" country song today. They also get into the legal side of songwriting: what can you protect, what can’t you, and how the Nashville machine keeps churning out familiar-sounding hits.

If you’ve ever listened to a song and thought, “Wait a minute… haven’t I heard this before?”—this one’s for you.

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🎙️ Tune in, tap your boots, and let’s talk twang, trends, and tune theft.

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