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Brent and Tony sit down with tax pro and IRS whisperer Ruben D. Valdes to talk real consequences, IRS traps, and how to avoid screwing yourself when money starts coming in.

Ruben specializes in defending people before the IRS and the U.S. Tax Court, and he breaks down everything from audits and levies to influencer tax write-offs, shady deductions, and how to survive an IRS horror story.

This episode is packed with blunt, real-world advice for business owners, creators, and anyone who doesn’t want to end up with their accounts frozen, their assets seized, or their name in a Department of Justice press release. If you think TurboTax is enough, think again.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome Ruben D. Valdes
00:42 What the IRS looks for in an audit
02:01 When the IRS skips legal steps and freezes your accounts
03:56 How not filing taxes becomes a criminal problem
05:30 Why offering a dollar to settle a $10M IRS debt can work
06:56 The risk of lying on your tax return
07:29 Are tax loopholes fair game?
08:45 Most of the IRS’s money comes from employment tax
09:51 Why bad bookkeeping ruins tax planning
12:46 How Amazon and big corps minimize taxes legally
14:24 Cost segregation and tax code strategies
15:26 OnlyFans, influencers, and cosmetic surgery write-offs
17:48 Chesty Love and bizarre tax court wins
19:41 S Corp advantages for creators and freelancers
21:09 The IRS wants your Instagram freebies taxed
24:49 IRS rules around travel, meals, and hotel stays
28:52 Lingerie, Victoria’s Secret, and business accounts
32:21 Cannabis business and all-cash messes
35:59 Instagram myths about tax write-offs
41:14 What real business deductions look like
43:47 When revenue levels trigger more IRS scrutiny
47:24 Why education matters more than just hiring a CPA
53:04 IRS’s Internal Revenue Manual and how it trains agents
56:55 When an audit reveals more problems than you realized
58:42 Who should hire Ruben and when
01:00:52 Protecting yourself from IRS agents and criminal referrals
01:01:24 Bare minimum tax tips for beginners
01:02:19 Ruben’s Latin Tax Academy and helping Latino entrepreneurs

Follow Ruben:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taxproruben
Facebook: https://facebook.com/taxproruben
Latin Tax Academy: https://latintaxacademy.com/

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Tony and Brent sit down with Clarissa Cardenas — better known as the Concert Queen — to unpack the wild ride that took her from sneaking into teen clubs at 15 to becoming Austin’s go-to voice for the music scene.Clarissa shares how her deep love of music evolved into a full-time gig, the lessons she learned surviving Fyre Festival (yes, that Fyre Festival), and what it really takes to party hard while staying grounded. This episode is a deep dive into authenticity, longevity, and the behind-the-scenes grind of curating Austin’s music culture. Whether you're into festivals, nightlife, or just chasing your passion — this one’s got stories, wisdom, and laughs for days. Key Topics Covered ● The making of the Concert Queen ● First club nights at 15 and early rave culture ● Why pacing is key to staying in the scene ● Fyre Festival: what really happened ● Navigating influencer culture without selling out ● Building a brand with trust and intention ● Sustainable partying and sober presence ● Authentic connections with artists and fans ● The future of Concert Queen and upcoming projects Chapters 00:01:10 – First impressions: Who is Clarissa Cardenas? 00:02:20 – Sneaking into teen clubs at 15: the nightlife origin story 00:03:30 – From rave kid to scene queen: pacing, passion, and endurance 00:05:00 – The Fyre Festival disaster: what went down and how she got out 00:10:45 – Building trust in the influencer world (without selling out) 00:14:50 – What makes a venue or brand worth promoting? 00:18:30 – Authenticity in nightlife and music culture 00:21:00 – Making and maintaining friendships as your identity evolves

Tony and Brent sit down with legendary author and relationship educator Alison Armstrong—creator of The Queen’s Code and Understanding Men—for a raw, hilarious, and deeply insightful conversation on how men and women relate (and often misrelate).

From emotional safety to appreciation, from how women unknowingly disempower men to the oxytocin-fueled rollercoaster of texting, this episode dives deep. It opens with a playful game of “What Would a Queen Do?” and closes with Alison sharing the life mission that’s fueled her work for over three decades.

Whether you're single, dating, married, or just trying to communicate better, Alison delivers one revelation after another—with humor, clarity, and a grounded wisdom that feels like talking to an old friend. Hands down, one of the most powerful episodes we’ve ever recorded.

Key Topics Covered

● Why men feel like they’re “always in trouble”

● How women unintentionally sabotage connection

● The truth about honesty, appreciation, and emotional safety

● Why men stop telling the truth (and how to fix it)

● Texting, oxytocin, and how chemistry becomes addictive

● The four qualities men look for in a life partner

● The hidden cost of women leading with anger

● Queen energy vs. control tactics

● How women can set men up to win—and why it matters

Chapters

00:01:00 – Game time: What Would a Queen Do?

00:07:00 – “Men are used to being in trouble”

00:12:30 – Why you can’t trust men to tell the truth

00:20:45 – Women’s fear vs. men’s fear

00:27:30 – Chemistry is addictive—but it can be created

00:34:00 – Understanding how men define winning

00:45:00 – How women unknowingly emasculate men

00:55:00 – The four most attractive qualities in a woman

01:03:00 – Queen mindset vs. common relationship traps

01:12:00 – Why appreciation has to match the currency

01:26:00 – A message to the younger generation

01:43:00 – What Alison does next—and how to work with her

Links & Resources

Website:

https://www.alisonarmstrong.com

Free Book: Making Sense of Men

Use code AlisonGift2025 at checkout:

https://www.alisonarmstrong.com/products/making-sense-of-men

YouTube Channel (66+ free videos including Chemistry & Connection series):

https://www.youtube.com/@AlisonArmstrongVideos

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thealisonarmstrong/

The Queen’s Code Audiobook & Journey:

https://www.alisonarmstrong.com

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Tony and Brent sit down with the team from Austin’s Center for Healing and Regenerative Medicine (CHARM) — Dr. David Harris, Dr. Kyle Allen, and Director of Ops/Biz Dev Carrie Kass — to break down how regenerative medicine is reshaping the future of injury recovery, chronic pain treatment, and aging.

With over 35,000 spine procedures and 125,000+ regenerative injections under his belt, Dr. Harris explains why surgery is often outdated, how your body can heal itself, and what PRP and stem cells actually do.

Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend warrior, or just trying to keep up with your kids (or grandkids), this one’s packed with info that could change the way you think about your health.

Key Topics Covered

What is Regenerative Medicine, Really?:

The CHARM team breaks down how your body can heal itself using tools like PRP (platelet-rich plasma), stem cells, and platelet lysate; no surgery, no implants, just your own biology doing the work.

PRP vs. Stem Cells: What’s the Difference?:

Learn when PRP is enough, when stem cells come into play, and how CHARM customizes treatment based on severity; not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Why Surgery Isn’t Always the Answer:

The docs explain how many joint and spine surgeries are outdated, risky, and often unnecessary. You’ll hear about cases where patients reversed chronic pain and avoided surgery entirely.

The Future of Healing:

We’re talking healing discs from the inside out, strengthening ligaments, even experimental treatments to improve fertility. This isn’t fringe, it’s where medicine is heading.

Real Stories, Real Recovery:

From a woman in a wheelchair walking down the aisle to athletes getting back on the field, CHARM shares transformative success stories that show what’s actually possible.

More CHARM:

● Website: https://www.charmaustin.com

● Instagram: @charmaustin

● Phone: 512-614-3300; Inquiries: Ask for Rosalie to get started with a consultation or telemedicine appointment.

Chapters:

00:00:00 Intro and welcome

00:02:52 How will regenerative health evolve in the next 5–10 years? 00:05:34 Why did you each get into this field? What’s your “why”?

00:10:00 What makes CHARM’s treatments different?

00:16:08 Can you treat tendonitis or inflammation, not just tears?

00:22:38 What does the treatment process look like for a new patient? 00:25:40 When would you recommend stem cells over PRP?

00:27:42 What is platelet lysate, and how is it different?

00:32:14 What’s next for regenerative medicine?

00:36:35 Why doesn’t insurance cover healing options?

00:42:01 Real stories: How regenerative medicine changed our lives

00:56:14 Most transformative patient cases (and why they matter)

01:03:14 What should someone do if they’re unsure about PRP or stem cells? 01:09:11 Where to learn more and how to book a visit at CHARM

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In this high-energy, uncensored episode, Tony and Brent sit down with content creator and chaos-sorceress Rebecca Ferrell. From selling security systems in gang-ridden neighborhoods to launching her own pop-up content houses, Rebecca walks us through the gritty, hilarious, and strategic path she took to build her personal brand from scratch. She talks growing up with drug-addicted parents, building a door-to-door sales empire, turning trauma into content, and why she’s over chasing male followers.They also break down the future of creator monetization, the raw truth about influencer culture, why old-school raves will never die, and how AI is quietly reshaping the business of content.No fluff. All real. Insane stories, sharp takes, and very questionable music genre hot takes.Key Topics CoveredRebecca’s BackgroundGrew up in a rough part of Corpus Christi with unstable home lifeLeft biomedical science after realizing she hated itPivoted from medical sales to door-to-door security salesDoor-to-Door Sales StoriesBecame first woman in her company to lead teams across multiple statesMemorable story: trying to sell security to a man with no furniture and a house full of papier-mâché clownsLaunching Her PodcastStarted during burnout from salesInitially focused on personal stories, now looking to rework it for more authenticityY’allternative HousePop-up content house bringing together creators from different nichesUses realtor partnerships to access luxury homes as venuesPlans to expand to Miami nextMonetization PlansCreating tiered brand packages for sponsorsWants to build a low-cost, high-return content service for brandsUsing ChatGPTDiscussed how ChatGPT is used for show notes, clip selection, and idea generationRebecca saw new ways to apply it to her own content planningSales PsychologyShared strategies from sales backgroundEmphasis on building trust before the pitchMusic & Rave CultureShared first EDM show experiences and early rave memoriesPlayed a round of “Fuck-Marry-Kill” with music genres (hip-hop, country, R&B, etc.)More Rebecca:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.tx/Y’allternative TV on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YallternativeTVY’allternative TV on Inst: https://www.instagram.com/yallternativetv/?hl=enY’allternative House on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/yallternative.house/?hl=enChapters:0:00 Welcome Rebecca01:05 Rebecca’s brutal childhood in Corpus Christi and how it shaped her drive04:45 Paper-mâché clowns, drug houses, and door-to-door chaos06:17 Quitting med sales to sell alarms in the hood — and crushing it10:50 Building Y’allternative House: How to launch a pop-up creator brand with zero budget13:55 The real game: turning content houses into brand partnerships17:20 Influencer economy secrets: how to pitch brands and monetize chaos21:34 EDM roots, Skrillex nostalgia, and blowing “ecstasy” in high schoolers’ faces28:15 Fuck-Marry-Kill: Music Genre Edition (and why Rebecca won’t marry a country guy)Sub and follow the podcastSpotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twofunguyspodcast⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/twofunguyspodcast⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twofunguyspodcast⁠Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Human Design expert Travis Day joins Tony and Brent for a mind-bending episode all about what it really means to be in alignment. 

From his Bumble-origin story to unlocking burnout, purpose, and universal patterns, Travis breaks down the four Human Design types, how they work, and what happens when you're out of sync with your natural self. The guys dive into energy, rest, resistance, manifestation, alien evolution theories, and why 2027 might just change everything. 

This episode is part deep inner work, part sci-fi future trip, and 100% fascinating.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Human Design Chart Generator: https://www.mybodygraph.com/
  

• The Telepathy Tapes Podcast: https://thetelepathytapes.com/
  

• Ra Uru Hu's Encounter with the Voice - The Origins of the Human Design System: https://youtu.be/QwEJRzPffxA?si=Z0eqQCYzqj8WM4Ir
  

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travis.day/
  

• Travis’ Website: https://www.neutrinoseas.com/
  

• Travis on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TravisDayHumanDesign
  

Chapters:00:00 Travis Day Joins the Show01:00 What Is Human Design, Really?03:40 The 4 Human Design Types07:20 Projectors and Burnout10:50 Trusting the Body Over the Mind16:00 Manifestors and the Power of Informing27:00 2027, Predictions, and New Species35:00 X-Men, Telepathy, and a New Hope

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We’re joined by the one and only Valentina Riabova (@val_tatboo)—tattoo artist, visual creative, and unapologetic truth-teller. Valentina doesn’t hold back as she shares the unconventional path that brought her from Russia’s hyper-critical art schools to opening her own tattoo studio, Sharp Objects, right here in Austin. But tattoos are just the start.We ecplore the ways her fascination with BDSM overlaps with tattooing, how power dynamics and trust play a role in both, and why navigating pain—both physical and emotional—can be a transformative experience. She also opens up about living with bipolar disorder, ADHD, and how finding balance is a constant, evolving process. This episode’s a wild, insightful ride blending art, kink, mental health, and what it means to live creatively without apology.Links & Resources Mentioned:Tattoo Studio: Sharp Objects Tattoo, located at South Congress & Saint Elmo, Austin, TXShibari Beginner Resource: Search "Single Column Tie" tutorials on YouTubeRecommended Book: Power exchange and leadership dynamics (title not specified—referenced by Valentina)More Valentina Riabova:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/val_tatboo/Chapters:00:18 Valentina’s first tattoo, why she removed it, and early doubts01:17 How working with different artists improved her skills02:01 Growing up under Russia’s harsh art critique culture04:13 The link between BDSM and her love for tattooing05:10 Tattooing as power exchange and consent07:58 Opening Sharp Objects in Austin and building her team12:15 How wellness and sobriety are reshaping tattoo culture14:13 What makes tattoos last and why artist skill matters most20:14 Discovering Shibari, rope basics, and bondage as art26:00 Sub-drop, aftercare, and the reality of emotional fallout34:22 Thriving under pressure and her ADHD-driven creativity36:03 Bipolar disorder, meds, and what led her to seek help41:02 Willpower myths, hedonism, and thoughts on altruism42:00 Reincarnation, simulation theory, and what comes nextSub and follow the podcastSpotify: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twofunguyspodcast⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/twofunguyspodcast⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@twofunguyspodcast⁠📢 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!

If you thought our last episode with King Khary was fire, just wait until you hear this one. No interviews, no interruptions—just pure vibes. This week, we’re handing over the decks to the one and only King Khary for a full live DJ set, recorded right in our studio.

 Whether you need a fresh mix for your next party, a soundtrack for your workout, or just something to vibe to, this set is about to take you on a ride.

If you missed our conversation with King Khary back in Episode 26, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Hu5XZfoNmk. But today? It’s all about the music. Turn up the volume, press play, and let’s go!

More King Khary:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khing.kary

Watch his interview on Episode 26: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Hu5XZfoNmk

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Brent and Tony sit down with the one and only Della Temple, a comedian, carnivore diet advocate, and social media firebrand. Della takes us on a journey through her battle with an undiagnosed autoimmune disease that left her nearly incapacitated, her struggles with traditional medicine, and the radical dietary change that saved her life.

From eating raw beef and bone marrow to her controversial takes on politics, social media, and stand-up comedy, Della holds nothing back. The conversation dives deep into the world of nutrition, the impact of seed oils, and why the carnivore diet might be the answer for those suffering from chronic illness.

The episode also touches on her past as a comedian in LA, the culture shock of transitioning from a liberal mindset to conservative values, and the backlash she receives online. And if that wasn’t enough, we get an inside look at her fascinating family history—including her father’s past as a bank robber and his transformation into a respected figure.

• Dr. Shawn Baker Podcast: https://www.revero.com

• Mikhaila Peterson’s TEDx Talk: https://www.mikhailapeterson.com

• Paul Saladino’s Research on Seed Oils: https://www.carnivoremd.com

• Force of Nature Meats: https://forceofnature.com

• Seed Oil Scout (App for finding seed oil-free restaurants): https://www.seedoilscout.com

• Book: Burning Bar by Della’s Father: https://a.co/d/gw18Vdn

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dellaDream

• X (Twitter): https://www.instagram.com/dellaDream

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@delladream

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@delladream_

Chapters:

Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction & The Raw Beef Diet

00:05:00 Della’s Health Decline & Autoimmune Struggles

00:12:00 Discovering the Carnivore Diet & Immediate Healing

00:20:00 The Role of Seed Oils & Inflammation in Disease

00:30:00 Della’s Transition from Liberal to Conservative Views

00:40:00 Censorship, Social Media Hate, & Building an Audience

00:50:00 Her Father’s Wild Past: Bank Robberies & Mafia Ties

01:00:00 Della on Stand-Up Comedy & Why She Stopped

01:10:00 The Dangers of Gender Ideology & Child Transitions

01:20:00 The Future of Social Media & X as the Next Frontier

01:30:00 Final Thoughts & Where to Follow Della

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In this chaotic, hilarious, and music-fueled episode, the Two Fun Guys welcome MC Lunchbox (@mclunchbox). A freestyle wizard, sound engineer, and comedic mastermind, Lunchbox takes us through his insane musical origins, his time hustling on Warped Tour, his work at the Comedy Mothership, and his dream of getting a Taco Bell purple card (unlimited tacos, baby!).

Expect freestyles, roast battle stories, DIY music tips, and an impromptu Wendy’s jingle that somehow made it onto WWE. If you love unfiltered comedy, rap battles, and unpredictable energy, this episode is for you.

Why You Should Listen

✅ Unfiltered chaos & freestyle magic

✅ Wild stories from Warped Tour & the comedy scene

✅ Hilarious jingle pitches for fast food brands

✅ Behind-the-scenes of Roast Battles & sound effects wizardry

✅ A deep dive into psychedelics & the mystical journey of MC Lunchbox

Links and Socials

• 🎵 MC Lunchbox on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/5PkeFl3vBBjB3QfWZ19O6w
  

• 🎤 Roast Battles at Creek & The Cave https://creekandcave.com
  

• 🎭 Comedy Mothership Info https://comedymothership.com
  

• 🌮 Tweet Taco Bell to Give Him a Purple Card https://twitter.com/tacobell

  
  

Chapters:00:00 Intro Freestyle & MC Lunchbox Arrives00:05 Washing Machine Music Inspiration00:14 Rapping in Secret as a Teen00:25 Warped Tour Hustle & Sneaking In00:38 Roast Battles & Sound Effects00:52 Big Old Beefy Boy Song Goes Viral01:05 Jingles & Fast Food Dreams01:20 Making Beats with His Own Body01:30 Psychedelics & DMT Trips01:45 Austin’s Comedy Scene Explosion02:00 Sasquatch Spirit Guide & Final Freestyle

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