Chapter 1: The Legend

On the season one finale, Meghan details what followed the events of 50 Cent Beer Night and Big Joe weighs an offer from Baltimore officials to come out of hiding.

The legendary night has finally arrived as Meghan and Big Joe walk through the events of the infamous, disastrous 50 Cent Beer Night.

Meghan interviews several other members of the Upper Deckers, including their iconic broadcasting team and the man behind the most famous mascot in sports: Dookie. The Orioles are forced to reckon with the Upper D's growing popularity as one of their former stars finds success in Dundalk.

Big Joe, who has been missing ever since the events of 50 Cent Beer Night, gets in contact with Meghan. Joe describes his reputation as Baltimore's most-notorious heckler and the Upper Deckers reveal a Major League surprise that hits home for the Orioles. 

Big Joe Bandicoot set out on a mission to redeem Baltimore baseball. Instead, he created the most controversial team in Major League history, and curated the most chaotic night the spots world had ever seen: 50 Cent Beer Night. Then... he disappeared.Beneath the Headlines is sponsored by Single Carrot Theatre.

Feeling betrayed and ashamed of his beloved Orioles after years of poor performances, Dundalk resident Big Joe Bandicoot decided he had only one choice: establish the 31st Major League team to show the world what real Baltimore baseball is all about. His now infamous effort culminated in the 2021 incident known the world over: 50 Cent Beer Night. Investigative journalist Meghan Stanton leads listeners through Bandicoot’s journey and what led to the event that changed Baseball and Baltimore forever. This is a story of passion, revenge, fandom, and chaos. This is:Beneath the Headlines: 50 Cent Beer Night and the Legend of the Dundalk Upper Deckers.