Typing Up the Mountain | Carved in Stone | Episode 25

I Want Pizza, Steve! | Carved in Stone | Episode 29

On this episode of Carved in Stone, Shawn Chabam reveals his Mount Rushmore of pizza toppings! What toppings are your go-tos?Carved in Stone is where pop culture, sports, nostalgia, and quirky debates collide. Each episode, host Shawn Chabam builds a Mount Rushmore of a specific topic — ranking the top four icons, moments, or underdogs in a way that’s fun, opinionated, and sometimes hilariously unexpected. From classic rock bands to pro wrestling jobbers, legendary athletes to cult TV shows, coins, and princesses, nothing is off limits.Expect passionate discussions, deep-cut references, and the perfect mix of facts, humor, and strong opinions. Whether you love NFL history, 80s and 90s nostalgia, music legends, wrestling trivia, or weird “only on this channel” lists, Carved in Stone delivers unique rankings that will have you debating in the comments. Subscribe to the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnChabam?sub_confirmation=1

What Non-Soccer Fans NEED to Know About the World Cup | Carved in Stone | Episode 28.5

This .5 episode of Carved in Stone is for people watching the FIFA World Cup who are NOT soccer fans. If you’ve ever wondered things like why soccer players are always flopping, why one guy is laying behind the wall during a free kick, why stoppage time keeps going, what a handball is, why fans go insane during a 0-0 game, or why players celebrate every goal like they won the championship …this episode is for you. Host Shawn Chabam breaks down the weird, confusing, frustrating, hilarious, and chaotic parts of the World Cup that announcers usually assume everybody already understands. This is not a deep dive into group stage math, tournament structure, or advanced soccer strategy. It’s a beginner-friendly, funny guide to the little things casual viewers notice while watching international football for the first time. Topics include: * Fake injuries and flopping * Stoppage time and the soccer clock * Handball confusion * VAR and replay reviews * Penalty kicks and shootouts * Red cards and yellow cards * Free kicks and defensive walls * Soccer crowd chants and atmosphere * World Cup ticket prices * Why soccer games can be exciting even at 0-0 * Soccer rules casual fans don’t know Whether you call it soccer or football, the FIFA World Cup is one of the biggest sporting events in the world, and this episode is designed to help non-soccer fans enjoy the madness. Subscribe for more sports, nostalgia, pop culture, rankings, and Mount Rushmore-style discussions from Carved in Stone. Carved in Stone is not affiliated with FIFA, the World Cup, or any professional sports league or organization. Visual assets created by Canva and ChatGPT.

Athletes Who Divorced Philadelphia | Carved in Stone | Episode 28

In this episode of Carved in Stone, Shawn Chabam breaks down the Mount Rushmore of athletes who divorced the city of Philadelphia. From contract disputes and locker room drama to playoff collapses and fan backlash, this episode dives into some of the most controversial exits in Philly sports history.Each episode of Carved in Stone, host Shawn Chabam builds a Mount Rushmore of a specific topic — ranking the top four icons, moments, or underdogs in a way that’s fun, opinionated, and sometimes hilariously unexpected.If you enjoy Philadelphia sports history, sports controversy, NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, sports podcasts, Mount Rushmore rankings, and deep dives into unforgettable sports moments, this is your episode!Check out the full podcast at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwCP9q8sczd5eHcVcGUpenmz5ijHWfVmz.Subscribe to the Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnChabam?sub_confirmation=1 #PhiladelphiaPhillies #Phillies #Eagles #Flyers #Sixers PhiladelphiaSports #NFL #MLB #NHL #NBA #SportsPodcast #CarvedInStone

ROAD TRIP: The BEST U.S. License Plates | Carved in Stone | Episode 27

Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Join Shawn Chabam on this thrilling episode of Carved in Stone as he embarks on a cross-country road trip, diving deep into the fascinating world of license plates from all 50 states and Washington, D.C. He'll sift through them all to unveil the top four, crafting the ultimate Mount Rushmore of state license plates!Carved in Stone is where pop culture, sports, nostalgia, and quirky debates collide. Each episode, host Shawn Chabam builds a Mount Rushmore of a specific topic — ranking the top four icons, moments, or underdogs in a way that’s fun, opinionated, and sometimes hilariously unexpected. From classic rock bands to pro wrestling jobbers, legendary athletes to cult TV shows, coins, and princesses, nothing is off limits.Expect passionate discussions, deep-cut references, and the perfect mix of facts, humor, and strong opinions. Whether you love NFL history, 80s and 90s nostalgia, music legends, wrestling trivia, or weird “only on this channel” lists, Carved in Stone delivers unique rankings that will have you debating in the comments. Subscribe to the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnChabam?sub_confirmation=1

Flyers Postmortem 2026: Why I’m Not Mad | Carved in Stone | Episode 26.5

The Philadelphia Flyers’ 2025-26 season came to an end in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but Episode 26.5 of Carved in Stone is all about why Flyers fans should feel optimistic about the future. Shawn Chabam breaks down the emotional roller coaster of the Flyers’ playoff run, including the first-round Battle of Pennsylvania against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the emergence of Dan Vladar, the impact of Tyson Foerster’s return, Sean Couturier embracing a new role, and why Daniel Briere’s rebuild is finally paying off. Was this season the true beginning of the Flyers’ return to relevance? Is this young core built to contend for years to come? And why did this playoff run feel different from recent Philadelphia sports disappointments? Carved in Stone is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Philadelphia Flyers, the NHL, or any professional sports league or team. Images used in this video are from Wikimedia Commons unless otherwise specified in the photo attribution document. Each main episode of Carved in Stone, host Shawn Chabam builds a Mount Rushmore of a specific topic — ranking the top four icons, moments, or underdogs in a way that’s fun, opinionated, and sometimes hilariously unexpected.Check out the full podcast at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwCP9q8sczd5eHcVcGUpenmz5ijHWfVmz.Subscribe to the YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnChabam?sub_confirmation=1 Photo attribution: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xAiotCFH4evYi2FP2b1CTSuwNls25AyHMus_7voJrU4/edit?usp=sharing