Ian and Dave opine on the wildly successful Disney + series THE MANDALORIAN then shift gears (see what we did there?) to review FORD V V FERRARI starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale. Ian also discusses his near-fart experience with a pregnant lady who nearly sat on him in the theater. PROGRAMMING NOTE: The Dudes offer a spoiler-free review of THE MANDALORIAN to open the show then close with a “post-credits scene” segment with spoilers at the end of the episode. Other Topics Discussed: What happened to Dave’s Miami Hurricanes? Holiday Streaming Suggestions Proposed NBA season/playoff changes Is the Florida State coaching search in trouble? Thanksgiving plans and food talk Ian reflects on the 2019 NASCAR finale at Homestead, Kyle Busch as the champ, and the future of the 48 Camaro after Jimmie Johnson’s retirement in 2020. Finally, Ian sings the praises of the Operation Christmas Child charity box program from Samaritan’s Purse and tells listeners how they can get involved. As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

Award-winning sci-fi/urban fantasy author John G. Hartness joins the program for a hilarious chat about his career in writing as well as the zany inspirations behind his many colorful characters like Quincy Harker or Bubba the Monster Hunter. John also discusses his role as a publisher with Falstaff Books and gives updates on an array of new projects that readers should know about. Other Topics Discussed with John: The new SALVAGE CONQUEST anthology featuring stories from John and Ian Tips for becoming a professional writer Indie Publishing vs. Small Press Publishing Saga Conference 2020 in Charlotte, NC (Falstaff’s writer development conference) Professional Wrestling Other Topics Covered with the Dudes: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker final trailer El Camino review The Martin Scorsese “comic book movies aren’t real films” controversy Terminator: Dark Fate World Series Talk The pathetic state of Miami and Florida State football Visit John’s website to learn more about his books or follow him on Amazon. For more on the other authors at Falstaff, visit falstaffbooks.com. As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

In their second “Hot Take” edition of the show, the Dudes give their thoughts on the wildly successful film, “Joker,” starring Joaquim Phoenix. As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

EWWW YEEAAHHH!!! On the heels of the biggest week in recent pro wrestling memory, the Dudes welcome WrestlingInc.com president Raj Giri to the program to talk all things WWE, All Elite Wrestling, and the new “war” that seems primed to take the wrestling world by storm. Other Topics Discussed: George Lucas hates the new “Star Wars” trilogy Netflix unveils full trailers for “The Irishman” and “El Camino” “Smallville” stars Tom Welling and Eric Durance officially sign on for the CW’s “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover event this fall As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

The Dudes were down a man this episode as Dave was suspiciously absent following his Canes’ loss to the Tar Heels in Chapel Hill last weekend. Filling in instead is award-winning author and UNC alum Chris Kennedy! Topics Covered with Chris Chris’s career in the Navy and others before turning to writing Chris’s choice of sci-fi as a genre and his many successes since The rise of Chris Kennedy Publishing (CKP) The genesis and Evolution of “The Four Horsemen Universe.” What’s up next for the 4HU and other CKP properties like the “Fallen World” and “Salvage Title” universes? Chris’s philosophies for time management as an author and publisher CKP’s use of anthologies and shared universes to break out new authors Dude Mail Topics Chris weighs n on CASPers and rainbow-mutant stuffed animals Baseball talk with Scott and Chris Chris opines on UNC football after a 2-0 start under Mack Brown 2.0 White Flag Topics with Scott and Ian Florida State football is headed for a cliff vs Virginia Other CFB thoughts “Joker” takes top honors at the Venice Film Festival Kevin Harvick roars into NASCAR’s playoffs after winning Indy Bubba Wallace rides high after a third-place finish in the Brickyard 400 As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

The Dudes opine on last weekend’s Disney D23 Expo — Star Wars, in particular — then switch gears to sports with talk of Saturday’s Florida/Miami matchup and the forthcoming college football season. Geek Topics Star Wars: The Mandalorian on Disney + The now confirmed Obi Wan Kenobi series, starring Ewan McGregor (also on Disney +) Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Rebels Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker D23 sizzle reel The future of Spider-Man in the MCU after the Marvel/Sony split El Camino (the Breaking Bad movie) coming to Netflix Scott defends his man card and love of The Good Place, while Dave makes jokes and Ian sings the Cheers theme. Dude Topics Miami falls in Week Zero to Florida The Blades legacy lives at the U Feliepe Franks is a moron Can Georgia climb the mountain vs. Alabama? LSU, Texas A&M? Big years for Hurts/Oklahoma, Harbaugh/Michigan What is Florida State in 2019? Ian’s disdain for CFB neutral site games PRODUCER’S NOTE: This episode was recorded on August 27. As such, some of the details surrounding the FSU/Boise State game have changed due to Hurricane Dorian. That game will now be played at Noon Eastern Time in Tallahassee on August 31 with television coverage on ESPN NEWS. As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

The Dudes ring in the 2019 college football season in style… with none other than ESPN Senior Writer and NYT Bestselling Author Mark Schlabach riding shotgun! The guys also field your Dude Mail questions then close the show with thoughts on CFB opening weekend, sci-fi reads, and more in our White Flag segment. Thanks again to Mark for coming on board. We hope you enjoy this very special episode!!! Topics discussed with Mark: The state of College Football entering 2019 Extensive SEC and ACC talk (Can anyone challenge Clemson, Bama, Georgia?) The state of the Florida/Georgia rivalry under Smart and Mullen Extensive Florida State talk (the impact of Briles/Clements, offensive line woes, changing the culture, the importance of the Boise State game) What is Ohio State with Justin Fields and no Urban? Make or break time for Harbaugh and Michigan Hurts/Riley: A match made in Sooner Country? The evolution of the fan experience in sport; battling attendance issues in CFB Mark’s new book, “Inseparable: How Family and Sacrifice Forged a Path to the NFL” Dude Mail Topics: “Another Life” on Netflix Winners and Losers after the MLB Trade Deadline Listener Joel hammers Ian for drinking domestic beer White Flag Topics: The “other” football (Premier League Soccer) Florida vs. Miami predictions NASCAR’s Bristol Night race Ian’s summer reading picks As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe.

In this episode, the Dudes dissect several stories from San Diego Comic Con 2019 including the first “Top Gun: Maverick” teaser, the upcoming “Crisis on Infinite Earth’s CW crossover event, and the first full-length trailer for “Star Trek: Picard.” The Dudes also weigh in on each of the Marvel Phase 4 projects via a supersized edition of The Two-Minute Drill. Other topics discussed: The Great “Soccer vs. Football” debate Star Wars goes “Zorro the Gay Blade” with red Stih Trooper Terminator: Dark Fate (who cares?) Ian’s love of domestic beer Dave’s first trip to St. Louis A sneak peek of the upcoming college football preview show As always, 5-star reviews of the show are much appreciated on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you subscribe. If you can’t leave five stars, lie and do it anyway!!!

In this their first “Hot Take” edition of the show, the Dudes weigh in on the reported casting and subsequent reaction to British actress Leshana Lynch as the next “007” in Bond 25. Lynch is best known to moviegoers as U.S. Air Force pilot Maria Rambeau from 2019’s Captain Marvel.

Ian is back from LibertyCon with a first class head cold and thoughts on Marvel’s latest blockbuster, Spider-Man: Far From Home. The Dudes also break down the highs and lows of Stranger Things: Season 3 (no spoilers) then delve into the rising youth movement that is sweeping through sports broadcasting with the likes of Tony Romo and Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dude Mail Topics (questions from listeners): Captain Marvel The rise of All Elite Wrestling Grilling tips