Stagione 2
In this episode, Fred and Tom throw the ideal Mardi Gras party by picking all their favorite New Orleans-themed foods! They build a dream Cajun and Creole-style menu that includes appetizers, entrees, sides, drinks, desserts, and more! Like what you're hearing? Become a member of our Patreon today for just $2 per month by following this link. https://www.patreon.com/showmethefranchise/membership ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
In this episode, Fred and Tom take a sip from their own personal fountain of youth. Code named: Ecto Cooler. Together they discuss the Ghostbusters franchise, its tie-in merchandise that gave birth to the original Hi-C Ecto Cooler, and its evolution into the modern alcoholic beverage known as "Spekto Cooler" made by Eagle Park Brewing Co. Like what you're hearing? Become a member of our Patreon today for just $2 per month by following this link. https://www.patreon.com/showmethefranchise/membership ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, you’ve got a friend in both Fred and Tom while they discuss the franchise that spawned from the original computer-animated film, “Toy Story”! Together they go through the history of the movies, as well as highlight their favorite characters, share their wishes for future installments, and so much more! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, Fred and Tom try to make ”fetch” happen while they discuss the works of Tina Fey! They welcome back actor/comedian Jesse Skewes to help discuss all the highlights and history from Fey’s early days as a writer and performer with Saturday Night Live, all the way thorough her movies and TV series, including “Mean Girls”, “30 Rock”, “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”, and more! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
In this episode, Fred and Tom talk about summer blockbuster movies in the most epic summer way possible: Drafting the best of the best! Together they select the top summer films of all time from 5 major categories: Action/Adventure, Comedy, Horror/Thriller, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, and Wild Card. Like what you're hearing? Become a member of our Patreon today for just $2 per month by following this link. https://www.patreon.com/showmethefranchise/membership ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, Fred and Tom pour themselves a couple glasses of sherry while they muse over the popular TV show, "Frasier". They welcome back Mike Schwantz to help discuss all the highlights and history, dating back to Kelsey Grammer's first turn as Frasier Crane on "Cheers", and all the way through the 22 years that followed of him playing the character into the eponymously-named spinoff series. ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
On this week's episode, Fred and Tom pile up the orange chicken while they chat about the food court staple turned drive-thru fast food chain, Panda Express! Together they go through the history dating back to its origins as the sit-down chain, Panda Inn, and discuss nutritional facts, best bites, LTO possibilities, and more! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
On this week's episode, Fred and Tom gear up for an early Father's Day celebration by discussing dad-related topics with their improv comedy group, the Father Figures! They are joined by Joe Francisco, Scott Vollmer, and Tony Berg to talk about dad jokes, dad rock, dad meals, and even their favorite fictional dads! And if you're listening live with the podcast, you can catch them all on Saturday night, June 13th at the Interchange Theater! Find tickets and more information on the Interchange website: https://events.mketix.com/events/father-figures-featuring-palindrome-6-13-2026 ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
We're BACK! This week, Fred and Tom prepare for judgment day and the rise of the machines while they discuss AI...er, we mean...the Terminator franchise! They welcome back Peter Intile to help cover the sci-fi/action blockbusters by "time-traveling" back to James Cameron's first installment in 1984, and from there talk about all the highlights and what-could-have-beens through the sequels, theme park ride, TV shows, and more! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, Fred and Tom take a trip to Neverland and think happy thoughts while they discuss the timeless story that refuses to grow up: Peter Pan! They welcome in Milwaukee-area radio host and performer, Joel Dresang (@joeldresang), to help cover the long history of the story, spanning all the way back to J.M. Barrie's original play in 1904. From there, they talk about all the highlights and standout performances through the novels, Broadway musical, movie adaptations, prequels, sequels, and so much more! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links and contribute to our virtual tip jar. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchisepodcast@gmail.com Become a member of our Patreon by following this link. Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.