Season 2
This week, Fred and Tom return to the Batcave to discuss Rocksteady Studios' critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham video game series, Together they discuss the history, highlights, and what could have been from the three main titles: Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Origins. So throw on your cowl and tune in today: Same Bat-time, same Bat-channel! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, Fred and Tom share some interesting nuggets about the topic of discussion for the week: Chicken nuggets. In their fourth annual blind-taste tournament, they search for the best chicken nuggets from five different fast food chains: Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, Burger King, KFC, and Wendy's. To help them debate "what is a chicken nugget" and decide the ultimate victor, they welcome back comedians Jasmine Gonzalez and Joe Francisco to rank all of their favorite nuggets from each these popular restaurant franchises. ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
This week, Fred and Tom crack a cold one (of soda, that is) to discuss the sweet-yet-carbonated topic of Coca-Cola products. Together they discuss all the different types of Coke, other beverage brands that Coke owns, the Cola Wars, and so much more. So tune in, open up a can of your favorite soft drink, and learn why Coca-Cola is "the real thing"! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
Happy Holidays to one and all! Here's a little something to cap off your fall. With no planned holiday episode leaving them in a pinch, Fred and Tom decided to talk about the Grinch! Discussing the books, movies, and so much more, these two hosts have much fun in store! So plug in your headphones, or pump your speaker to the max, because with this classic Seuss tale, you can just sit back and relax... ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
We're back! And what better way to celebrate a long-awaited return than by cracking a cold one in honor of this week’s episode on the classic sitcom, "Cheers". Together Fred and Tom pull up a barstool to discuss the history, highlights, and what could have been from hit television series about the Boston-based bar and its band of lovable losers, including Sam, Diane, Norm, Carla, Cliff, Woody, and of course, Dr. Frasier Crane. ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
***RELEASED FROM BEHIND THE PATREON PAYWALL*** In this episode, Fred and Tom show a little "gamesmanship" by talking about the best video games that they played in 2023. Together they discuss which games they loved overall on PS5, XBox, Switch and more! Haven't joined our Patreon yet? You can sign up today for just $1 per month! Become a member by following this link: https://www.patreon.com/showmethefranchise/membership ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
The podcast is not what it seems...on this week’s episode, Fred and Tom grab some damn fine coffee and head to the mysterious town of Twin Peaks. Together the try (mostly in vain) to dissect the series lore, while also discussing the history, highlights, and what could have been from David Lynch and Mark Frost's bizarre-yet-intriguing television series. ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
On this week’s episode, Fred and Tom make their runway debut by discussing the Tyra Banks-led reality show, “America’s Next Top Model”. Comedian Michael Kittelson joins them to help break down every look, cycle, and Tyra meltdown from the long-running series. Come listen to us do a little turn on the catwalk! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. You can email the podcast at: showmethefranchise@gmail.com Opening theme written and performed by Nick Spitza. Ending theme written and performed by Mike Schwantz.
On this week’s episode, Fred and Tom welcome back comedian Josh Randall to complete their “Metal Trilogy” by discussing the genre of Hair Metal. From Guns N’ Roses to Van Halen, they discuss all glamor, ballads, and bangers that made up the genre which helped define rock and roll in the 1980s. Rock on! ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. 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.
On this week’s episode, Fred and Tom celebrate the 25-year anniversary of the release of “The Phantom Menace” by discussing the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Joining them in a galaxy far, far away is Milwaukee-area comedian, Alan Guszkowski! Together they dive into the mind of George Lucas to discuss the history, highlights, and the many “what ifs” from the very beginnings of the Skywalker Saga. ******************************** Check out our Linktree to find all of our social links, and become a member of the new Patreon today. 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.