The Mount Rushmore Show

Football is back, and so are we. The 2025 NFL season has officially kicked off, and to celebrate, we’re turning up the heat with one of our favorite traditions: carving out a Mount Rushmore of the boldest predictions for the year ahead.

From surprise playoff teams to unexpected busts, shocking coach firings to breakout stars, the NFL is a breeding ground for hot takes. Analysts and fans alike throw out wild predictions every September — some turn into pure genius, while others crash and burn by Week 3. That’s the fun of it.

On this week’s episode of The Mount Rushmore Show, we’re taking all that preseason energy, speculation, and hype, and chiseling it down to our four boldest calls for 2025. These aren’t your safe, middle-of-the-road predictions. These are the kind of takes that will get you arguing with your buddies, texting your group chat, and maybe even bookmarking receipts to pull back up in December.

If you love the NFL, bold predictions, and a little chaos with your football talk, this is the episode for you.

This week on The Mount Rushmore Show, we kick things off with our predictions for the upcoming NFL season—sharing what we expect from our favorite teams before shifting gears to the legends of the past.

We’re joined by our first-ever guest, Nick Ocasio, host of the First & 30 Podcast, who brings his expertise and Cowboys perspective to the table. Mike lays out his all-time Miami Dolphins Mount Rushmore, Nick breaks down his all-time Dallas Cowboys greats, and Joe delivers his all-time Washington Redskins icons.

From preseason hopes to franchise-defining players, we cover it all—combining present-day outlooks with the stories, highlights, and legacies of the greatest names in football history.

In this episode of The Mount Rushmore Show, we break down the Mount Rushmore of Sports Documentaries, inspired by the brand-new Netflix series America’s Team on the Jerry Jones-era Dallas Cowboys. I share my review of the first six episodes and why it feels like the Cowboys’ version of The Last Dance.

We explore why sports documentaries captivate us as a culture, how they’ve evolved from early films to ESPN’s 30 for 30 era and today’s streaming hits, and the criteria for making our Mount Rushmore.

Finally, we look ahead at what’s next for sports documentaries, including the highly anticipated The Heart of Black Mamba. Then stay tuned at the end for a trailer before the release of the upcoming sports documentary produced by Mike Mintz himself, The Kid in the Cowtown, about one of the biggest boxing matches that took place in one of the unlikeliest of places.

In this episode of The Mount Rushmore Show, we break down the Mount Rushmore of Sports Documentaries, inspired by the brand-new Netflix series America’s Team on the Jerry Jones-era Dallas Cowboys. I share my review of the first six episodes and why it feels like the Cowboys’ version of The Last Dance.

We explore why sports documentaries captivate us as a culture, how they’ve evolved from early films to ESPN’s 30 for 30 era and today’s streaming hits, and the criteria for making our Mount Rushmore.

Finally, we look ahead at what’s next for sports documentaries, including the highly anticipated The Heart of Black Mamba. Then stay tuned at the end for a trailer before the release of the upcoming sports documentary produced by Mike Mintz himself, The Kid in the Cowtown, about one of the biggest boxing matches that took place in one of the unlikeliest of places.

Sequels get a bad rap — cash grabs, recycled jokes, and failed attempts to recapture the magic of the original. But every now and then, the follow-up not only works…it becomes legendary.

This week, we build our Mount Rushmore of Movie Sequels, breaking down why these four films nailed it where so many others fail. Plus, an honorable mention to a movie which many call one of the greatest films of all time — though it’s a bit too slow for my personal rewatch list.

We’ll dive into why these follow-ups worked, how they stacked up against their originals, and what the future holds for Hollywood’s nostalgia machine.

Mount Rushmore of Wrestlers (In Honor of Hulk Hogan)

This week, we honor the late Hulk Hogan — a controversial figure but a true titan of wrestling history — by building our Mount Rushmore of wrestlers. We kick things off with a look at Hogan’s legacy, then rewind through the evolution of wrestling: from the territorial days and Vince McMahon’s empire to the Monday Night Wars and beyond.

We talk kayfabe, culture, and the Netflix docuseries WWE: Unreal, then dive into our personal picks for the Mount Rushmore of wrestlers

Expect big moments, big finishers, and even bigger personalities.

Who’s on your wrestling Mount Rushmore?

With the release of Happy Gilmore 2, it’s time to celebrate one of comedy’s most iconic figures — Adam Sandler. From oversized basketball shorts to Oscar-worthy performances, Sandler has carved out a unique place in Hollywood history.

In this episode, we:

• Break down Sandler’s career timeline from SNL to Netflix king
• Reflect on his cultural legacy as the most relatable movie star
• Review Happy Gilmore 2 and discuss its impact on streaming vs. theaters
• Build our definitive Mount Rushmore of Adam Sandler films

Plus: Behind-the-scenes fun facts, what each film did for his career, and why Sandler deserves his flowers now more than ever.

Whether you’re a diehard fan or just here for the Bob Barker jokes — this one’s for you.

Listen now and stream Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix after.

With Manny Pacquiao making headlines at age 46 for his upcoming comeback fight, we’re diving deep into boxing’s greatest question: Who truly belongs on the pound-for-pound Mount Rushmore?

In this episode, we explore:

• The origins of boxing’s weight classes and why pound-for-pound rankings matter
• The unique fighting styles across divisions
• What makes a boxer truly great regardless of size
• And our four legendary picks

Plus, we preview what to expect from Pacquiao’s return to the ring against Mario Barrios and whether another legendary chapter is about to be written.

Drop your Mount Rushmore picks in the comments and follow for more sports debates every week.

This week on The Mount Rushmore Show, we’re firing up the grill and diving into the Mount Rushmore of Cookout Foods — just in time for the 4th of July and the return of The Bear Season 4. We break down how the cookout became the American summer tradition it is today, from its post-WWII suburban roots to modern-day backyard feasts.

Then, we reveal our picks for the top four iconic cookout foods. Some traditional, some unique, and some regional only.

We talk tradition, flavor, regional flair, and why some dishes earn a permanent seat at the picnic table.

Whether you’re a grill master or just here for the sides, you’ll want to tune in. Just don’t show up with store-bought potato salad… we’re judging.

Let us know who had the best mount rushmore and the 4 heads you are carving on your plate.

With the release of the highly anticipated F1 movie and a candid new interview that shows Brad Pitt at ease with life and legacy, we’re taking a moment to celebrate one of Hollywood’s most versatile and enduring stars. From charming leads to offbeat character roles to serious dramatic turns, Brad Pitt has done it all—and done it his way.

In this episode, we kick things off with why Brad Pitt, why now, touching on his personal passion for racing, his recent media appearances, and how America’s growing obsession with Formula 1 makes this the perfect cultural moment. Then, we dive into what makes Pitt’s movie stardom unique—he’s part Tom Cruise, part Daniel Day-Lewis, and fully himself.

We break down each role, the legacy of the film, and where Pitt was in his career at the time. Finally, we close with admiration for a man who seems to be aging like a fine Napa Valley red—still compelling, still ambitious, and still one of the greatest movie stars of our time.

Tune in and let us know which Pitt performance makes your Mount Rushmore.