Episode 68 - Go Sports!

Episode 72 - Kids Today Wouldn’t Last One Day in the 90s

This Episode of Barggianos is all about one big question: Could kids today survive growing up in the 90s? Chuck and Matt take a hilarious trip back to the days of riding bikes until the street lights came on, drinking from garden hoses, calling friends on landlines, knocking on doors to see if someone could play, and surviving without Wi-Fi, Life360, Snapchat, or instant access to everything. They also get into how parenting has changed, why kids panic when the internet goes out, the wild world of floppy disks, old-school school memories, social media bullying, when kids should get phones, and why youth sports have gotten way too expensive and serious. If you grew up in the 80s, 90s, or early 2000s, this episode will hit you right in the nostalgia. If you’re a kid today… good luck surviving without a hotspot. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Vibes 01:25 Parenting in Modern Times 04:14 Childhood Adventures: Then and Now 07:59 The Impact of Technology on Kids 12:41 Socialization: Past vs Present 16:52 Generational Differences in Parenting 19:17 Floppy Disks and Technological Evolution 20:46 Nostalgic Tech and Gaming Memories 23:29 Parenting in the Digital Age 28:07 Social Media and Youth Relationships 30:27 Navigating Technology and Kids' Phones 34:21 Youth Sports: Changes and Challenges #Barggianos #Podcast #Episode72 #90sKids #90sNostalgia #KidsToday #GrowingUpInThe90s #90sChildhood #MillennialPodcast #GenX #ParentingToday #Life360 #OldSchoolParenting #YouthSports #Blockbuster #MTV #FloppyDisk #OregonTrail #RetroPodcast #comedypodcast    Like, Comment & Subscribe if you enjoy comedy, wild conversations, pop culture, AI discussions, movies, music, sports, and complete chaos. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Check out our Merch store: shop.barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music: CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

Episode 71 - Horse Racing's Dirty Secret

This week on Barggianos, Chuck and Matt invite special guest Joel from Louisville, KY to help explain horse racing and to reveal some of horse racing's dirtiest secrets. We talk Kentucky Derby drama, Bob Baffert’s return, Medina Spirit, Triple Crown controversy, jockeys starving themselves for race weight, and why Louisville locals might be tired of big business messing with Derby week. There’s gambling, bourbon, bad bets, good stories, and Chuck somehow winning money on a horse he absolutely knew nothing about. If you like horse racing, sports scandals, comedy podcasts, or just want to hear three guys pretend they’re experts — this one’s for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and maybe bet responsibly… or at least better than Chuck. Chapters: 00:00 - Horse Racing’s Dirty Secret 01:01 - Welcome to Barggianos 01:33 - Meet Joel from Louisville 03:50 - Mint Juleps Are Terrible 05:49 - Owning Two Hairs of a Racehorse 10:25 - Kentucky Derby Changes 20:50 - Derby Week Drama 25:53 - Bob Baffert Returns 28:18 - The Medina Spirit Scandal 35:38 - The Triple Crown Problem 36:08 - Why the Derby Winner Skipped the Preakness 43:17 - The Brutal Life of Jockeys 45:01 - What’s Next in Horse Racing 46:24 - Best Racetracks to Visit 51:20 - Final Thoughts Hashtags: #Barggianos #HorseRacing #HorseRacingsDirtySecret #KentuckyDerby #TripleCrown #BobBaffert #MedinaSpirit #ChurchillDowns #LouisvilleKY #HorseBetting #SportsPodcast #ComedyPodcast #Podcast #DerbyDrama 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music: CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

Episode 70 - I Thought This Only Happened To OLD PEOPLE...

Getting older hits different… especially when your body starts making weird decisions. On this episode of Barggianos, Chuck and Matt talk about stomach problems, acid reflux, doctor visits, running after 40, body aches, stretching routines, and the very real moment you realize you are not as young as you used to be. From “I can poop but not fart” to esophagus stretching jokes, this one goes exactly where you’d expect a Barggianos episode to go. The guys also talk about Mother’s Day, how the holiday has changed over time, whether Father’s Day gets the same treatment, teaching kids how to drive, Goodwill trips, winery days, gift-giving struggles, and even a little PBA bowling history with Darren Tang. Grab a drink, ring the bell, and hang out with Chuck and Matt for another funny, honest, and slightly uncomfortable episode of Barggianos. Chapters 00:00 – Cold open: stomach problems and getting old 00:45 – Welcome to Barggianos with Chuck and Matt 01:30 – Ring the bell: time for a drink 02:15 – Matt’s belly issue and GI doctor story 05:30 – Pooping, farting, Prilosec, and acid reflux 09:00 – Esophagus stretching jokes go off the rails 12:00 – Running, getting older, and body aches 16:30 – Treadmill vs. outdoor running 20:00 – Stretching routines and waking up stiff 24:00 – When did you realize you were getting old? 27:30 – Mother’s Day history and Ann Jarvis 31:00 – Did Mother’s Day turn into Wife’s Day? 36:00 – How holidays have changed over time 41:00 – Mother’s Day plans, malls, food trucks, and Five Below 47:00 – Squishies, fidget toys, and World Cup collectibles 52:00 – Matt’s Mother’s Day and winery talk 55:00 – Teaching your teenager how to drive 1:01:00 – Father’s Day expectations 1:07:00 – Gift-giving struggles and Secret Santa 1:12:00 – PBA bowling history: Darren Tang wins two-handed 1:15:00 – Final thoughts and Barggianos outro #Barggianos #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #GettingOld #MiddleAgeProblems #FunnyPodcast #DadLife #MotherDay #FatherDay #RunningAfter40 #HealthTalk #AcidReflux #PodcastEpisode #ChuckAndMatt #BarPodcast #YouTubePodcast #PBA #Bowling #DarrenTang #lifeafter40  Like, Comment & Subscribe  #BarggianosPodcast #AI #Hollywood #ArtificialIntelligence #Episode69 #Podcast #ValKilmer #Movies #Technology #AIInfluencers #Tesla #ComedyPodcast #FutureTech #Oscars #Entertainment #PopCulture #YouTubePodcast #WentzvilleDays #AIHollywood #funnypodcast  🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music: CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

Episode 69 - Is Hollywood Changing Positions on AI?

This week on the Barggianos Podcast, Chuck and Matt dive headfirst into one of the wildest conversations happening right now:  Is AI about to completely change Hollywood forever? From AI-generated actors and digital resurrections of celebrities like Val Kilmer to AI influencers, robot relationships, Tesla personalities, and even whether people should put “AI death clauses” in their wills… this episode goes OFF THE RAILS in the best possible way.  We also discuss: * The controversial new AI-powered Val Kilmer movie trailer * Whether AI actors should be allowed to win Oscars * If movies, actors, and directors could become obsolete * AI concerts featuring deceased musicians * The future of AI relationships & robot companions * How fast AI is evolving compared to the internet * Why Hollywood is panicking right now * Wentzville Days updates & upcoming guests * And of course… plenty of Episode 69 jokes 😅 Grab a drink every time the bell rings 🍻 and join us for one of the funniest and most thought-provoking episodes yet. Chapters 00:00 – AI Is Taking Over Hollywood 01:05 – Welcome to Episode 69  03:10 – Would You Want AI To Replace You After Death? 06:40 – The AI Val Kilmer Movie Controversy 11:45 – Should AI Actors Win Oscars? 15:20 – Can AI Replace Directors & Hollywood? 20:05 – The Rise of AI Influencers 24:10 – Electric Cars vs AI Evolution 27:30 – AI Could Cure Cancer?! 31:15 – AI Death Clauses & Digital Souls 35:40 – Falling In Love With AI Robots 41:00 – Tesla AI Personalities Get Weird  45:15 – Taylor Swift Protecting Her Voice With AI Trademarks 49:20 – AI Music & Virtual Concerts 53:30 – Tupac Holograms & Ozzy AI Concerts 57:10 – “Will Smith Eating Spaghetti” AI Evolution 1:00:40 – Wentzville Days & Local Band Shoutouts 1:05:15 – Kentucky Derby Recap 1:08:20 – Barggianos Out   Like, Comment & Subscribe if you enjoy comedy, wild conversations, pop culture, AI discussions, movies, music, sports, and complete chaos. #BarggianosPodcast #AI #Hollywood #ArtificialIntelligence #Episode69 #Podcast #ValKilmer #Movies #Technology #AIInfluencers #Tesla #ComedyPodcast #FutureTech #Oscars #Entertainment #PopCulture #YouTubePodcast #WentzvilleDays #AIHollywood #funnypodcast  🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music: CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW

Episode 68 - Go Sports!

In this episode, Chuck and Matt are diving deep into the weirdest moments of the 2026 NFL Draft, from #1 picks staying home for Mom to the Heisman runner-up going undrafted. Plus, we’re doing some quality control on the brand-new Barggianos merch (wait until you see the size of Matt’s head), discussing the fine line between pushing your kids in sports and letting them be kids and why Las Vegas needs to bring back the "all-inclusive" glory days. Grab a cold one, hit that subscribe button, and join the conversation! SUPPORT THE SHOW (MERCH STORE): Get your classic foam trucker hat as seen in this episode, and more: 👉 https://shop.barggianos.com ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The NFL Expert & "The Glass" Incident 01:30 - Beer of the Day: Friendship Brewing Co. 02:45 - New Merch Drop: The Hat Size Challenge 06:15 - NFL Draft Weirdness: Why Mendoza Stayed Home 08:10 - The Pavia Mystery: Heisman Runner-Up Undrafted 09:40 - Drafting from Zimbabwe: Can You Play Without Experience? 11:30 - Proud Dad Moment: Chuck’s Son is a Kicking Machine 13:10 - Is Las Vegas Pricing Itself Out? 16:45 - The Truth About Resort Fees & The $6 Water 21:20 - Club Sports & Parenting: Dealing with Rejection 25:30 - 30 Years of Friendship: The Tight-Knit Group 29:00 - The Bottle Cap Challenge (New Elevated Target!) 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Barggianos Listen on Spotify/Apple Podcasts #NFLDraft2026 #NFLNews #LasVegas #BarggianosPodcast #SportsPodcast #FootballTalk #VegasTravel #YouthSports #NFLDraftPicks #CraftBeer #Parenting #mockdraft  Visit us at Barggianos.com Contact us @ Barggianos@gmail.com Book Us On Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/barggianos Please like, Share and Subscribe. We are out on all major podcast sites including Apple Podcast and Spotify so pull up a seat at the bar and join us! Listen & Watch: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/barggianos/id1799622257 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0650hIJLA80dHxXRGAfm6K YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Barggianos?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Podcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6c4961c6-efc6-4fc7-aa30-fa680fd827f1/barggianos Copyright code for licensed music: CODE: 6YDZH6LIG5EZB2YW