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Czabe welcomes ANDY POLLIN to recap Week 16 in the NFL, starting with the wild zebra conference at the end of Lions v. Steelers. WFAN eliminates its iconic 20-20 tickers. The FanDuel Networks might go dark mid-NBA season. AI-written "game stories" are a complete and utter joke. Ed Cooley got suspended for throwing a water bottle. The Bears stun the Packers in a manner similar to the 2014 NFC Championship Game. The Commanders are running out of QB's. How come Burrow is playing (and balling) and Daniels is being placed in bubble wrap? Tom Brady is bitter. Worst Netflix NFL Christmas ever! MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe enjoys a Power Lunch at the Palm in Tysons Corner, VA with "Mr. X" and Steve Buckhantz. Sadly neither one of them saw the absurd sequence of kid glove calls Bron got at the end of the Suns/Lakers game. And he still should have been suspended for pushing a ref. But hey, the league has been co-opted by LeBron and his minions. Also Josh Hart gooses Jalen Brunson. Fair play on a funny prank, or out of bounds humor? What does Buckhantz do while sitting on the beach? Two minute warning, or two minute timeout? Replay still really sucks. Why the weather person always asks a question before tossing to break. MORE.....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe delivers a killer double-shot today, with guests SCOTT DOLPHIN from FM106 in Milwaukee plus PAUL CHARCHIAN. Dolph talks Bears v. Packers with Czabe, and reminisces about the two rivalry games they saw together. Caleb Williams unintentionally recreated the iconic Joe Montana to Clark TD pass, but even more rizz. The origin of the "Good Better Best" chant by Ben Johnson. Dolph sings "Bear Down." Charch meanwhile laments the fact that he doesn't own a $120,000 personal flying quadcopter. Czabe just says: "Ah, you'll shoot your eye out." (i.e. kill yourself!) Then Czabe peppers Charch with 20 NFL questions as we head to the home stretch. MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this conversation, Steve Czaban and Matt Mueller discuss the current state of the Green Bay Packers, focusing on injuries, fan sentiment, and the challenges ahead in their season. They also delve into the world of Christmas movies, exploring classic specials, modern films, and the overwhelming choices presented by streaming services. The discussion touches on the cultural significance of films like Home Alone and the appeal of dark Christmas movies, while also critiquing the formulaic nature of Hallmark productions. In this engaging conversation, Matt Mueller and Steve Czaban delve into the world of holiday movies, particularly focusing on the Hallmark movie phenomenon and its impact on Christmas entertainment. They critique various holiday classics, exploring themes of family dynamics and the evolution of Christmas specials over the years. The discussion highlights iconic moments from beloved films and animated specials, emphasizing the nostalgia and cultural significance of these works. Through humor and insightful commentary, they reflect on the changing landscape of holiday entertainment and the enduring appeal of certain films.Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BREAKING: Patrick Mahomes suffers season-ending torn ACL in devastating Week 15 loss to the Chargers. The injury eliminates Kansas City from playoff contention and marks a historic turning point for the NFL — for the first time since 1998, the playoffs will feature no Tom Brady, no Peyton Manning, and no Patrick Mahomes.Czabe and ANDY POLLIN break down the ruinous Week 15 results that crushed both the Chiefs and Packers' postseason hopes. Even though Green Bay remains mathematically alive, Kansas City's dynasty is officially dead. What does the NFL look like without its elite quarterback safety net?Plus: Shedeur Sanders goes ice cold in Chicago's brutal conditions. Philip Rivers (yes, Ol' Man Rivers) delivers a surprisingly solid performance. Sherrone Moore faces his first courtroom battle (with many more likely coming). Diego Pavia's embarrassing sideline meltdown. Fernando Mendoza - the lovable dork who might actually be an NFL-caliber QB. And the Army-Navy game delivers inspiration once again.Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe welcomes PAUL CHARCHIAN to the pod for his weekly chop-em-up. What does the Colts calling Philip Rivers off the couch "say" about the NFL? The boys have wildly different views. A sidetrip down what constitutes the "Hall of Fame." Czabe revisits a painful but iconic play that went against Charch's Vikings when he was a young boy. Travis Kelce was once a dork, and loved dating the sistas! Where's Taylor? Kata Mara, Miranda Lambert, and concert stereotypes you hate. MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe welcomes MATT MUELLER - a "man about film" along with ERIC GITTER to discuss the Netflix news and what it *might* mean to the future of movies (spoiler: the good guy dies. Shhhh...). They also get into what else, the college football playoffs, and the lying ass committee. My podcast guru CHRIS BROUSSARD (no, not that guy) joins us, and as a father with 2 sons who went to Notre Dame, he was ready to stuff me into a locker! Also Jalen Hurts has 2 TO's on one play. Justin Herbert is rude to a pretty girl. Why did Bad Beats skip the Raider game? MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe welcomes MR X to the pod, as they go through some of the idiotic decisions, brutally bad instant replay calls, laughable "concussion awareness protocol" in the NFL and more. Also Mr. X weighs in on the Selection Committee. Czabe points out how what they are trying to do is actually impossible. Also replay is the *cause* of so many of these stupid rules. The Raiders bad beat. Portnoy goes too far. Fire Kevin Stefanski. Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy snubbed. MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In one of the most improbable coaching feats in sports history, Curt Cignetti has lifted Indiana football to a level that defies belief. Czabe welcomes ANDY POLLIN and his IU grad JEREMY POLLIN to discuss the miracle witnessed on Saturday night. Also, the Field of 12 is set. There are problems all around. And now Notre Dame is throwing a hissy fit. Whatever. The Commanders get demolished in MInnesota, and Jayden Daniels is hurt again. What are we doing here? Plus Czabe reads a letter from a ghost of Redskins past, that he had buried in a box of memorabilia in the basement. MORE . . . Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Czabe welcomes STEVE BUCKHANTZ and CHRIS KNOCHE to the Palm in Tysons for a Power Lunch. They discuss issues like "how powerful really is" agent Jimmy Sexton? And is Nick Saban just the unlikable slimy prick you thought of him before all the winning? Or is Czabe too damn naive to even think otherwise? Knoche talks about the Players Era Invitational in Vegas. Buckhantz hopes his JMU Dukes somehow get a miracle berth in the CFP. Laying the sod over a kick. The Thunder's Doomsday Machine. Giannis looks ready to leave. MORE....Our Sponsors:* Check out CBDfx and use my code CZABE for a great deal: https://cbdfx.com* Check out FRE and use my code LISTEN20 for a great deal: https://frepouch.com* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/CZABE* Check out Infinite Epigenetics: https://infiniteepigenetics.com/CZABEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy